Solutions Architect III

Start Date: Immediate JHNA, CTSi, and EXPANSIA have come together to form a Defense Technology platform named Aether Aerospace focused on delivering high-impact technologies, technology-enabled services and advanced manufacturing solutions to the U.S. Department of Defense and related national security customers. Backed by Falfurrias Management Partners, the platform brings together deep domain expertise across Army, Navy, and Air Force and Space Force programs, digital engineering, systems integration, and specialized manufacturing capabilities. The combined organization operates as a multi-entity aerospace and defense technology and tech-enabled services and manufacturing enterprise positioned for scalable growth, operational excellence, and long-term value creation OVERVIEW Full-time/Permanent Employee Location: Remote, preferred Boston, MA or Dayton, OH As Chief Architect, you will provide technical leadership across complex U.S. Air Force programs, guiding the integration of systems engineering, software delivery, cloud platforms, and digital engineering capabilities. You will establish the architectural vision, principles, standards, and technical roadmaps needed to connect mission needs with executable program solutions. Working across Government, contractor, and mission-partner organizations, you will shape architectures that support capability development from concept and requirements through design, integration, test, deployment, sustainment, and modernization. You will promote disciplined systems engineering, model-based approaches, modular open systems, secure software factories, and reusable digital infrastructure while balancing mission effectiveness, affordability, schedule, cybersecurity, interoperability, and technical risk. You will serve as a senior technical authority, align diverse engineering teams, resolve cross-domain architectural issues, and communicate complex technical decisions to program leadership, customers, and stakeholders. RESPONSIBILTIES Support business process design related to relevant applications and perform system impact analysis based on business requirements Lead a sub-team of designers and specification writers to support system implementation efforts Develop test architectures and technology validation strategies to enhance system efficiency Foster collaboration with technical teams, ensuring seamless integration and adherence to architecture standards Contribute to the development and evolution of architecture standards, guidelines, reference architectures, and technology roadmaps Lead or participate in technical Centers of Competence (CoE) to drive innovation and knowledge-sharing initiatives Support pre-sales qualification efforts as a technical expert when needed Work closely with project managers and program managers to execute the technical content defined in the Statement of Work Create project status reports and track/manage project issues and risks effectively Provide technical support to operational strategies aligned within your program and initiatives that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and ensure quality across all program functions Ensure 100% of planned hours are worked and recorded Identify and forward to your leadership any opportunities that could lead to growth within your work area Participate in growth efforts as requested Ensure all contractual deliverables are met/exceeded to the customer's satisfaction Complete personal PDP and attend Company Meetings (with camera on) Within your program, build productive and positive professional relationships with clients Execute all contract requirements as assigned in accordance with the contract-specific LCAT and requirements Perform other related duties as assigned KEY QUALIFICATIONS Clearance: Active TS/SCI Education and Years of Experience: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 5 - 7 years of experience, or a Master's with 3 - 5 years of experience Strong understanding of technical principles, system integration, and enterprise architecture design Experience leading technical teams and supporting large-scale system implementations Proficiency in test architecture development and technology validation strategies Ability to work under general direction and develop solutions to complex technical problems independently PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Experience with cloud computing, enterprise architecture frameworks, and system modernization efforts Strong knowledge of software development methodologies and best practices Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally and contribute to architecture roadmaps and guidelines Experience with pre-sales qualification, business development, and client engagement Excellent communication and documentation skills to facilitate collaboration across technical and business teams Aether Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.