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The Role
Designs and delivers enterprise supply chain and procurement application architectures across SaaS and hybrid platforms. The role leads solution design, integrations, implementation, governance, security, compliance, analytics, and continuous improvement. It partners with business leaders, IT teams, delivery groups, cybersecurity stakeholders, and vendors to create architecture standards, roadmaps, documentation, and risk assessments. The architect will work with platforms such as Ivalua, Resilinc, and Concur and apply API, messaging, data, AI, and enterprise architecture expertise.
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Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking a highly motivated Supply Chain & Procurement Solutions Architect to lead the design, integration, and delivery of application solutions. The role blends enterprise architecture expertise with deep knowledge of Supply Chain, Procurement, Accounts Payable, and Travel & Expense platforms, ensuring solutions align with BAE's strategic objectives, security standards, and data-driven initiatives. As a Solutions Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing innovative solutions to drive business growth.
Responsibilities for this role include:
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $136000 - $231200
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
BAE Systems is seeking a highly motivated Supply Chain & Procurement Solutions Architect to lead the design, integration, and delivery of application solutions. The role blends enterprise architecture expertise with deep knowledge of Supply Chain, Procurement, Accounts Payable, and Travel & Expense platforms, ensuring solutions align with BAE's strategic objectives, security standards, and data-driven initiatives. As a Solutions Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing innovative solutions to drive business growth.
Responsibilities for this role include:
- Solution Design & Architecture - Create detailed designs and specifications for SaaS and hybrid-based Procurement & Supply Chain solutions and ensure alignment with BAE's Enterprise Architecture frameworks (TOGAF/UAF), Integration strategy, and AI/data strategy.
- Implementation & Delivery - Partner with cross-functional delivery teams to configure and implement platforms (e.g., Ivalua, Resilinc, Concur) and design end-to-end integrations using APIs, JSON, XML, and event-driven messaging.
- Governance & Standards - Develop and maintain enterprise-level architectural principles, patterns, and standards specific to supply chain & procurement ecosystems; author and manage architecture artifacts (diagrams, decision records, documentation) in Visio, Cameo/MagicDraw, or equivalent EA tools.
- Stakeholder Collaboration - Act as the technical liaison for supply chain & procurement business leaders, IT partners, and external SaaS vendors; conduct presentations and workshops to communicate solution roadmaps, risk assessments, and compliance implications.
- Security & Compliance - Embed security controls and compliance requirements (CMMC, NIST, DoDI, GDPR) into solution designs; coordinate with the cybersecurity team for threat modelling and risk mitigation of supply chain & procurement data.
- Continuous Improvement - Evaluate emerging supply chain & procurement technologies (AI future state) and recommend adoption pathways; maintain a backlog of architectural enhancements and communicate status via the architecture team's communication site.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline; or the equivalent experience
- Experience: Minimum 10 + years designing and delivering enterprise-wide application solutions, with at least 5 years focused on supply chain, procurement, AP, and Travel & Expense technology.
- Supply Chain & Procurement Systems Knowledge: Proficiency with major procurement & supply chain portfolio products (Ivalua, Resilinc, Concur).
- Integrations Expertise: Strong skills in API design, REST/SOAP, JSON, XML, and enterprise messaging (e.g., Pub/Sub Architecture, API Gateway, webMethods) for seamless integration of supply chain & procurement applications.
- Analytics & Reporting: Experience designing and delivering analytics and reporting solutions for supply chain & procurement data, using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or comparable platforms to produce actionable insights and dashboards.
- Modeling & Diagramming: Proficiency with Visio, SysML, BPMN, or equivalent diagramming techniques.
- Agile Methodologies: Experience with Agile delivery, ServiceNow, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Architecture Frameworks: Working knowledge of The Open Group Architecture Framework (TOGAF).
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written presentation abilities; capable of translating complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Supply Chain & Procurement Digital Transformation: Experience leading digital and AI transformation initiatives, including AI-driven implementations.
- Certifications: TOGAF, UAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure certifications.
- Industry Knowledge: Understanding of supply chain & procurement data ontology, taxonomy, and data analytics frameworks.
- Project Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams through full solution lifecycles.
- Security & Compliance: Working knowledge of CMMC, NIST 800-53, DoDI 8510.01, and related data-privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA).
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Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $136000 - $231200
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is a defense, aerospace, and security company headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, with more than 40,000 employees worldwide. We serve, supply, and protect those who protect us. As one of the most geographically diverse international defense companies, we deliver a full range of products and services spanning air, land, maritime, space, and cyber, including advanced electronics, intelligence solutions, and dedicated customer support.
Our culture is performance-driven and values-led, built on curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. Purpose isn't a tagline here. It's what drives us. We're developing breakthrough technologies that defend national security and make a lasting impact on our communities and our planet. When you join BAE Systems, you're not just building a career. You're contributing to a mission that truly matters.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience
- 10+ years designing and delivering enterprise-wide application solutions
- At least 5 years focused on supply chain, procurement, accounts payable, and Travel & Expense technology
- Proficiency with Ivalua, Resilinc, and Concur or comparable supply chain and procurement platforms
- Strong API design and integration skills, including REST/SOAP, JSON, XML, and enterprise messaging
- Experience designing analytics and reporting solutions using Power BI, Tableau, or comparable platforms
- Proficiency with Visio, SysML, BPMN, or equivalent diagramming techniques
- Experience with Agile delivery, ServiceNow, and CI/CD pipelines
- Working knowledge of TOGAF
- Excellent verbal and written presentation abilities, including communication of complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
- Experience leading digital and AI transformation initiatives
- TOGAF, UAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, or Oracle Cloud Infrastructure certification
- Understanding of supply chain and procurement data ontology, taxonomy, and analytics frameworks
- Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams through full solution lifecycles
- Working knowledge of CMMC, NIST 800-53, DoDI 8510.01, GDPR, CCPA, and related compliance requirements
BAE Systems, Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits stand out with a 401(k) savings plan and company matching, emphasizing long-term financial security. This area is consistently positioned as one of the stronger components of the package.
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Parental & Family Support — Family programs are notably broad, including paid parental leave, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, dependent‑care accounts, and child‑ and elder‑care resources. In the U.S., up to 10 subsidized days of backup care per year further support caregivers.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage spans medical, dental, and vision options alongside HSAs/FSAs, mental‑health support, and an Employee Assistance Program. The breadth of offerings provides solid baseline protection across common healthcare needs.
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The Company
What We Do
Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do. As a leading aerospace, defense, and security company, we work together to deliver a full range of products and services for air, land, space, and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. It's where purpose connects.
Why Work With Us
We believe your career should be filled with innovation and discovery. And that's exactly what you'll find at BAE Systems. As you work to develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills and expand knowledge. On a sharp and collaborative team, you will be challenged – and supported – at every turn.
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