Enterprise Architect – Aerospace & Defense
Middletown, DE - USA
Job Summary
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
1. Enterprise Architecture Strategy (A&D Context) Define enterprise architecture vision aligned with defense programs product lifecycle and mission readiness Develop long-term architecture roadmaps supporting: o Digital thread / digital twin initiatives o Engineering-to-manufacturing integration o Sustainment and lifecycle management Aligning IT strategy with program-based funding models and contract structures
2. Digital Engineering & Product Lifecycle Integration Architect end-to-end integration across: o PLM (e.g. Siemens Teamcenter Dassault 3DX Apriso PTC Windchill) o ERP (e.g. SAP S/4HANA) o MES and shop-floor systems (e.g. iBase-t Solumina) o Integration platforms (e.g. eQ) Enable Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and digital thread continuity Support configuration management BOM integrity and traceability
3. Manufacturing & MRO Architecture Design architecture supporting: o Smart factory / Industry 4.0 initiatives including connected assets and test labs o Predictive maintenance and condition-based monitoring o MRO platforms and field service systems Integrate IoT edge computing and telemetry from aircraft/defense systems
4. Security Compliance & Regulatory Alignment Ensure compliance with: o ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations) o CMMC o NIST 800-53 o DoDAF o Implement Zero Trust architectures and secure data segregation o Support classified and unclassified environment separation
5. Architecture Governance Establish governance aligned with defense program lifecycle gates Lead architecture review boards for major programs and proposals Ensure reuse of platforms and reduction of program-specific silos 6. Program & Capture Support Identify new business opportunities Support bid and proposal (capture) activities with architecture inputs Define technical baselines for new defense contracts Collaborate with program managers on cost schedule and risk
7. Data & Integration Architecture Define enterprise data strategy for: o Engineering data o Manufacturing and quality data o Sustainment and operational data Implement API-led and event-driven integration across legacy and modern systems Enable secure data sharing across partners suppliers and government entities
Required Qualifications
Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering Computer Science Information Systems or related field Experience
20 years in IT or engineering systems within Aerospace & Defense
7 years in Enterprise or Solution Architecture roles
Experience supporting defense programs OEMs or Tier 1 suppliers
Experience in executing Smart Factory initiatives
Core Competencies A&D Domain Expertise
Product lifecycle management (PLM)
Engineering design and simulation environments
Manufacturing execution and quality systems
MRO and sustainment operations Architecture Frameworks
TOGAF
DoDAF / MODAF (preferred)
SAFe for large-scale program execution Technical Expertise
Cloud environments (including GovCloud / classified cloud)
Digital thread & digital twin architectures
IoT / edge computing in aerospace systems
High-performance computing (HPC) for simulation workloads
Cybersecurity in regulated environments Leadership & Stakeholder Management
Experience working with o Program managers o Chief engineers o Government stakeholders (DoD primes) o Strong ability to operate in matrixed program-driven environments Preferred Certifications
TOGAF Certification
Cloud Architect (AWS/Azure GovCloud)
CISSP
SAFe Agilist Key Deliverables
Enterprise architecture aligned to defense programs
Digital thread / digital twin architecture blueprints
Secure data exchange frameworks
Program-aligned technology roadmaps
Architecture input for RFPs and contract bids Success Metrics (KPIs)
Program execution efficiency (cost schedule adherence)
Reduction in engineering/manufacturing rework
Digital thread adoption across lifecycle
Compliance audit success (ITAR CMMC)
Improved fleet readiness and sustainment efficiency
Unique Aspects of This Role in A&D
Operates within highly regulated security-sensitive environments
Balances program-specific customization vs enterprise standardization
Supports long lifecycle systems (2040 years)
Integrates engineering rigor with enterprise IT strategy
Compensation at DXC is influenced by an array of factors including but not limited to the experience job-related knowledge skills competencies as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. A reasonable estimate of the current compensation range for this position is $137900 - $256100.Full-time hires are eligible to participate in the DXC benefit program. DXC offers a comprehensive flexible and competitive benefits program which includes but is not limited to health dental and vision insurance coverage; employee wellness; life and disability insurance; a retirement savings plan paid holidays paid time off.
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About Company
Created by the merger of CSC and the Enterprise Services business of Hewlett Packard Enterprise, DXC Technology boasts a long and proud history of innovation, service and value. In 1959, computer analysts Roy Nutt and Fletcher Jones pooled $100 to form CSC, providing computer manufac ... View more