Systems and Solutions Architect

Our client is a leading global provider of communication and information systems for control centres tasked with safety-critical operations. The company develops and distributes advanced control centre solutions across two core sectors: Air Traffic Management (including civil and military air traffic control as well as air defence) and Public Safety & Transport (supporting police, fire and rescue services, emergency medical response, maritime, and railway operations).

We are currently seeking a Systems and Solutions Architect to join a dynamic, collaborative team leading the advancement of digital tower technologies. This role will play a key part in delivering cutting-edge digital aerodrome services as part of the major upgrades at Canberra and Western Sydney Airports.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architect and design scalable remote digital tower solutions, integrating visualisation, voice communication, flight data, weather, lighting, and sensor systems
• Define the system blueprint using Frequentis' MosaiX integration platform and Integrated Controller Working Position (iCWP )
• Collaborate with software, hardware, and UI/UX teams to ensure seamless interoperability
• Lead detailed requirements gathering and interface specifications with Air Navigation Service Providers (ANSPs)
• Support the delivery lifecycle, system configuration, testing, certification, and commissioning, for Canberra and Western Sydney remote tower deployments
• Provide technical guidance, supporting approvals and alignment with Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) regulations
• Mentor junior engineers and liaise with stakeholders

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Tertiary qualifications in IT, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent
• Proven experience in systems architecture, preferably in air traffic management, defence, or aerospace
• Knowledge of ATC systems (tower control, flight data, voice comms, radar), flight data handling (e.g. smartSTRIPS) and sensor integration (cameras, IR, ADS B)
• Familiarity with microservices/cloud-native architectures
• Experience guiding systems through safety certification
• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving
• Proven leadership in technical teams and direct collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a highly collaborative team driving innovation at the cutting edge of aviation technology.