Capgemini Engineering

Chief Architect

Capgemini Engineering

Abingdon, GB; Bristol, GB; Bath, GB; London, GB (Hybrid)

Job Type Permanent
Experience Experienced Professionals
Posted 1 month ago
Hybrid Experienced Professionals Level

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help innovative companies unleash their potential. Our digital and software technology experts provide R&D and engineering services across all industries.

Our Offer

  • Opportunity to work at the forefront of engineering innovation within aerospace and defence.
  • Shape and deliver high-impact, large-scale engineering solutions.
  • Leadership role with influence across clients, delivery teams, and strategic growth initiatives.
  • Work on cutting-edge digital and sustainable transformation programmes.
  • Collaborative, global environment with access to diverse expertise and capabilities.
  • Strong career progression and professional development opportunities.
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Your role

  • Lead the development and delivery of world-class engineering solutions at platform or major system level for a key aerospace and defence client.
  • Provide strategic architectural leadership, assess client needs, and drive digital and sustainable transformation across their value chain.
  • Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and CxOs, supporting sales, discovery, and early-stage engagements.
  • Shape and win new business by developing technical proposals, influencing requirements, and executing capture strategies for £5m+ opportunities.
  • Support delivery teams to ensure successful execution, resolving issues and driving programmes back on track where required.

Your profile

  • Proven experience as a senior technical leader or engineering architect within aerospace and defence at platform or system level.
  • Strong background in digital transformation, engineering architecture, and complex multidisciplinary solution design.
  • Ability to influence senior stakeholders and build long-term client relationships in a consultative environment.
  • Experience supporting business development activities, including sales engagement, bid leadership, and opportunity growth.
  • Inspirational and collaborative leadership in a matrix environment, with accountability for individual and team success.

What you'll love about working here

  • Hybrid working.
  • Open access to digital learning platforms.
  • Active employee networks promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) status and inclusive recruitment practices.

Need to know

All roles require a level of security clearance. This role requires SC clearance.

Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner with 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. The company delivers services and solutions across strategy, design, engineering, AI, cloud, and data.

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