Mission Technologies, a division of HII · 5 hours ago
Senior Solution Architect (Engineer Systems Architect 4) - 26563
Fairfax, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$136K/yr - $195K/yr
9+ years expMission Technologies, a division of HII, is focused on delivering advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. The Senior Solution Architect will lead the design and development of innovative solutions for U.S. defense and federal customer requirements, ensuring solutions are technically sound and aligned with mission outcomes.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead requirement analysis and decomposition for complex federal opportunities
Translate customer mission needs into actionable technical and management architectures
Develop solution concepts, trade-off analyses, and recommend approaches
Align solutions with capture strategies, win themes, and discriminators
Collaborate with proposal managers to ensure compliance and compelling narratives
Support oral presentations, demonstrations, and customer engagements
Develop the technical vision for a proposal solution
Define architectures across domains (e.g., C5ISR, cyber, AI/ML, EW, unmanned systems)
Ensure solutions meet open architecture, cybersecurity, and interoperability standards
Perform gap analysis and recommend subcontractor and vendor options to fill gaps
Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies
Review and validate solution designs from other team members
Partner with business development, capture management, operations (e.g., engineering, program management), and subcontractors to integrate capabilities
Represent the company in customer and industry forums
Qualification
Required
9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience
9+ years of experience in solution architecture, systems engineering, or technical leadership within defense or federal contracting
Proven track record of developing winning solutions for large federal proposals
Deep knowledge of DoD acquisition processes, requirements analysis, and compliance standards
Strong communication skills — able to translate technical solutions into compelling business narratives
Experience with risk management, cost estimation, and lifecycle sustainment planning
Active DoD TOP SECRET security clearance
Preferred
Master's degree in Engineering, Systems Architecture, or Business Administration
Experience with advanced technologies such as AI/ML, cyber operations, electronic warfare, or unmanned systems
Prior involvement in Army, Navy, Air Force, or Space Force modernization programs
Familiarity with open systems architecture and modular design approaches
Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance
Benefits
Best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
Wellness resources
Employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
Financial planning tools
Life insurance
Employee discounts
Paid holidays and paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships
Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions
Company
Mission Technologies, a division of HII
HII’s Mission Technologies division develops integrated solutions that enable today’s connected, all-domain force.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Marc Sosa
Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer
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