Solutions Architect

Summary

The job is for a Solutions Architect V at EXPANSIA, a service-disabled, veteran-owned small business. The role involves leading technical solution development, collaborating with other teams, and participating in pre-sales qualification. The position is full-time/permanent, remote within the US, and offers competitive compensation, benefits, and learning opportunities.

Requirements

• Clearance: Eligible to obtain a Secret Clearance
• Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor's (or equivalent) with 10 - 12 years of experience or a Master's with 8 - 10 years of experience. An Associates with 12 - 15 years of experience or a PhD with 6 - 7 years of experience also qualify
• KEY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSA): Experience developing technology differentiated solutions on winning proposals, Experience leading cross functional groups in the development of new/novel solutions, Experience in multiple phases of the business lifecycle such as qualification, capture / proposal, transition and implementation, Experience working with internal and/or external engineering review boards or full Agile process ceremonies, Ability to communicate complex technical solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders, Demonstrated knowledge of software solutions and implementations, Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, primarily Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

Responsibilities

• Plan and design new technical solutions
• Develop innovative technology solutions for key customers and capture activities
• Provide expertise and leadership in all aspects of engineering discipline including software architectures, systems engineering processes, and cost estimates
• Work with customer stakeholders across the enterprise to identify opportunities for innovations
• Gather requirements and analyze customers' needs to determine best functional and cross-functional solutions
• Identify and support facilitation of efficient and cost-effective solutions and analyze system specifications to meet customer requirements
• Perform market research and cost planning to establish total cost of ownership and return on investment
• Create detailed engineering and go to market plans that account for all phases of implementation
• Both develop and support change management processes and facilitate engineering review and change control boards
• Perform feasibility analysis, market analysis efforts, and develop comparison matrices to determine most effective solutions to meet requirements
• Assess and develop resource plans and schedules
• Lead a team of cross functional technical resources and business and product specialists
• Support operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all program functions
• Identify and forward to your leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area
• Ensure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer's satisfaction
• Within your program, build productive and positive professional relationships with clients
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with C4ISR systems, Space systems, Digital material management or related DoD / IC systems, Software certifications (various agile certifications, cloud, or other), Has hands-on software operations and engineering experience, ITIL v4 certification, PMP Certification

Benefits

Competitive compensation, benefits, and learning and development opportunities, Health and wellness programs, Income protection, Paid leave, Retirement and savings