Job Title: Lead Technical Architect - Model-Based Enterprise
Location: East Hartford, CT (Onsite)
Work Authorization: U.S. Citizens and Green Card Holders only (due to export control and data compliance requirements)
Position Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Technical Architect with expertise in Model-Based Design (MBD) to join our team supporting a Model-Based Enterprise (MBE) initiative. This role requires hands-on experience architecting enterprise-level systems in an Agile environment, with strong domain knowledge in model-based systems engineering, data integration, and digital thread concepts.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in systems engineering, technical architecture, and experience with CAMEO, NX, PLM, and Teamcenter tools, and will play a key role in driving the digital transformation of enterprise product development and lifecycle management.
Mandatory Skills Matrix:
- Systems Engineering
- Agile Methodology
- Technical Architecture
- Model-Based Design (MBD)
- Tools: CAMEO, NX, PLM, Teamcenter
Key Responsibilities:
1. Requirements Gathering
- Collaborate with stakeholders to elicit technical and functional requirements.
- Translate business goals into system architecture specifications and blueprints.
2. Solution Design
- Architect scalable, secure, and maintainable frameworks for data connectivity and storage.
- Define workflows for data processing, transformation, and validation.
- Identify and define integration points with enterprise systems (PLM, Teamcenter, etc.).
- Develop comprehensive documentation including architecture and workflow diagrams.
3. Technology Evaluation & Selection
- Assess current technology landscape and identify areas of improvement.
- Recommend and justify technology choices aligned with compliance and business needs.
- Ensure proposed solutions align with enterprise IT standards and architecture.
4. Development & Testing
- Support development teams in implementing the architectural framework.
- Assist in building and validating data ingestion pipelines, system integrations, and related components.
5. Documentation & Training
- Produce detailed architecture documentation, user guides, and technical manuals.
- Conduct training sessions for technical teams and end-users to ensure adoption and long-term usability.
6. Deployment & Support
- Lead deployment planning and coordinate rollout activities.
- Provide post-deployment support, troubleshooting, and performance optimization.
Deliverables:
- Requirements Specification Document
- Solution Architecture Design Document
- Technology Evaluation Report
- Implementation Plan
- Data Ingestion & Integration Components
- Test Plans & Reports
- End-User and Technical Documentation
- Deployment and Support Plan
Required Qualifications:
- U.S. Citizenship or Green Card Holder (must-have due to export control restrictions)
- Proven experience in technical architecture, systems engineering, or related roles
- Deep understanding of Model-Based Design (MBD) and Digital Thread concepts
- Proficiency in MBD tools such as CAMEO, NX, PLM, and Teamcenter
- Strong documentation, communication, and collaboration skills
- Experience with secure, scalable system design and enterprise integrations
Preferred Qualifications:
- Background in aerospace, defense, or regulated manufacturing industries
- Familiarity with export control regulations and compliance frameworks
- Experience with APIs, ETL pipelines, and enterprise data frameworks