Solution Architect

Title: Solution Architect
The Company
Kellogg Brown and Root (KBR) is a leading Defence and Government professional services provider. KBR Australia has been engaged in working with Defence and Defence Industry for over 20 years and has core competencies in program and project management, engineering, asset management, integrated logistics support, procurement and training solutions, and provides in-depth expertise to a wide range of projects within the Defence sector.
The Role
The Solution Architect – C4ISREW is responsible for the development of solutions pertaining to Command, Control, Communications, Computers (C4), Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR), and Electromagnetic Warfare (EW). KBR clients have an increasing requirement to deliver complex C4ISREW solutions for land, maritime, air and space domains. The Solution Architect will be responsible for understanding how complex information and data requirements can be translated into a solution that provides situational awareness, and leads to decision making superiority and successful operational outcomes for the customer.
The Solution Architect will work closely with the leadership within the Mission IT and Security Solutions reporting directly to the Senior Program Manager of Space, Cyber and Information Solutions to ensure that customers’ technical requirements are understood by KBR. The Solution Architect will collaborate with members of proposal teams formed to respond to C4ISREW proposal requests. The Solution Architect is expected to drive the solution in support of KBR growth opportunities and ensure that these solutions account for risk to KBR and the ability to deliver successful outcomes for customers.
The role requires a high degree of autonomy and a collaborative approach to working in a team to develop solutions that will ultimately promote growth and capability development in the Mission IT and Security Solutions line of business.
To be successful in this role, you will be able to:
Developing C4ISREW solutions in response to Defence requests for proposals
Facilitating and participating in solution workshops
Attending and contributing to proposal team meetings and workshops
Communicating solution designs, features and benefits
Liaising with delivery teams to determine solution execution and implementation approaches, risks and mitigations
Assessing the customer C4ISREW landscape and developing solutions that improve, enhance and/or optimize current capability
Provide updates to stakeholders on solution/product development processes, costs and budgets
Continually research current and emerging technologies
Assess the business impact of technical choices when making recommendations
Required Qualifications, Experience and Knowledge:
Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science or similar qualifications
Eligible for Eligible for International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) clearance
Eligible to obtain and maintain a Security Clearance, NV1 or greater.
Experience working within government C4ISREW products, services and programs.
Experience working in defence/defence industry.
Proven work experience as a Solution Architect or similar role
Strong organizational and leadership skills.
Highly effective communication skills.
Desirable:
Previous project management experience is advantageous
In-depth understanding of coding languages,
Sound knowledge of various operating systems and databases
KBR’s commitment to Zero Harm means that we are dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of our staff and the communities we operate in. For this reason, we encourage staff to get vaccinated when possible and to inform us of their vaccination status.
Benefits of KBR
KBR is committed to supporting the professional development of staff at every stage of their career through in-house training, performance rewards and structured career paths. We offer a competitive package of lifestyle benefits that include family-friendly work hours. KBR is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an inclusive and diverse work environment. We encourage candidates of all abilities to apply.
If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now!
KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.
As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, a security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.
Additional benefits may include:
Annual salary review
Professional development opportunities
Income protection
Salary packaging and Novated leases
Life/Health insurance discounts
End of trip facilities (some sites)
Employee stock purchase plans
Paid parental leave
Paid reservist leave
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