IS​/IT Architect & Lead

Aquila Air Traffic Management Services specialises in transforming military and air surveillance requirements into integrated air traffic management and defense solutions. Supporting customers in the UK and globally, Aquila provides 24/7 services to ensure safe air, sea, and land aircraft operations. Aquila offers comprehensive solutions from system design to training and ongoing support. As the technical authority on UK military air traffic management, the company plays a crucial role in delivering consulting, safety solutions, and navigating infrastructure challenges.

Aquila operates regional engineering support hubs and maintains a 24‑hour incident management capability for rapid response and operational continuity.

Location:

Whiteley, Hampshire |

Contract:

Fixed Term (24 months)

• Lead the technical evaluation and selection of a best‑in‑class COTS FSM platform, partnering with our Transformation Project Lead.
• Design the end‑to‑end enterprise architecture and integrations—making the service management tool the central hub for service data.
• Translate business needs into robust technical requirements and solution designs.
• Act as the primary technical interface with our chosen solution partner.

• Significant experience in IT/IS, including 5+ years in Solution/Enterprise Architecture; strong knowledge of APIs/middleware, cloud (Azure/AWS), networks, and cybersecurity.
• Proven track record selecting and integrating FSM solutions within regulated environments; deep service delivery/process expertise.
• Credible leadership, stakeholder management, and communication—able to energise cross‑functional teams through change.

Applicants must be able to obtain UK Security Clearance.

If you’re ready to lead change and deliver results, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and help shape the future of our operations. Please direct any Cover Letter & CVs to recruitment@aquila‑