System Design Authority - Atlassian Competency Centre

As the System Design Authority for the Atlassian Competency Centre, you'll work closely across business functions and the Shared Delivery Unit (SDU) to ensure the Air Sector has a business-driven IM&T technical strategy and architecture that maximises value from IM&T investments while effectively managing risk.

Acting under delegation from the Air Chief Digital Architect, you'll provide technical authority and oversight for the Atlassian Competency Centre's activities and technical team. You'll also serve as the subject matter expert for Atlassian solutions across Air Sector projects, providing architectural guidance and supporting the design of scalable, secure and effective solutions and infrastructure.

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.

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 welcome applications from all suitably qualified people, who are BAE Systems employees and have been in their current role for 12 months or longer.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 24th September 2026