Manager, Strategy and Architecture

Manager Strategy and Architecture

Job Location: This role is based in Adelaide/Melbourne/Sydney

We offer a range of hybrid working arrangements

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description:

The Manager, Strategy & Architecture is responsible for leading the development and execution of Enterprise Services technology strategy, architecture, and innovation to support the organisation’s strategic objectives. The role provides leadership of the Architecture function within a federated architecture operating model, ensuring enterprise platforms, technology services, and investments are aligned to business priorities, enterprise standards, and long-term organisational outcomes.

As a trusted advisor to business and technology leaders, the role drives enterprise architectural direction, governance, and capability uplift across Enterprise Services, enabling secure, resilient, and future-ready technology services. The Manager, Strategy & Architecture fosters a high-performing and collaborative architecture community and balances business outcomes, technology risk, operational excellence, and innovation to deliver sustainable value across the enterprise.

Core Duties:

• Shape and drive the Enterprise Services technology strategy and roadmap, aligning technology investments with business priorities and long-term organisational goals.
• Lead the Enterprise Services architecture practice and provide strategic direction within a federated architecture environment.
• Partner with senior business and technology leaders to define future capabilities and enable organisational outcomes.
• Act as a trusted advisor on technology opportunities, investment priorities, emerging trends, and innovation.
• Lead architecture across multiple domains to deliver integrated business and technology outcomes.
• Drive major transformation initiatives through strategic planning, solution direction, and modernisation programs.
• Champion simplification, modernisation, and the reduction of technical debt across the Enterprise Services portfolio.
• Explore and leverage emerging technologies to improve business performance, operational efficiency, resilience, and customer outcomes.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing architecture team while fostering a collaborative and innovative culture.
• Build and strengthen architecture capability to support current and future organisational needs.

About You

You will bring:

• Proven experience developing and delivering enterprise technology strategies, roadmaps, and architecture that enable business outcomes.
• Extensive enterprise architecture expertise across business, information, application, technology, and security domains.
• Strong commercial and business acumen, with the ability to align technology investments to value, growth, and organisational priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to influence, collaborate, and build trusted relationships with senior executives and stakeholders.
• Experience leading large-scale transformation, modernisation, and technology enablement initiatives.
• A proven track record of identifying and leveraging emerging technologies and innovation to deliver tangible business benefits.
• Strong people leadership capability, with experience building, coaching, and developing high-performing teams and communities of practice.
• Excellent communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex technology concepts into clear business outcomes.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of navigating complex enterprise challenges.
• Relevant Information Technology qualification and/or architecture certification (preferred).
• Eligibility to hold and maintain an NV1 Defence security clearance.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

We support our veteran community through VetNet Australia, along with initiatives such as Reserve Service Leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program, and partner-supported programs.

We welcome applications from all candidates and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180 and recipients of the Benchmarcx Top Employer for Candidate Experience Excellence 2026. As members of the Circle Back Initiative, we commit to responding to every applicant.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our recruitment team to discuss the support you may need. You can also connect with us via Careers and Employment.

Security statement

Please note, as a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain one. Further information regarding security clearances. (Remove for non-ITAR role) International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining