About this role
Salary: £43,000 - 83,000 per year
Requirements: Significant experience working in or alongside National Security, Intelligence, Defence, or advanced Cyber missionsDemonstrable ability to lead capability development integrating people, process, and technologyExpertise in systems integration, operational workflow design, and organisation/process transformationStrong background in leading multi-disciplinary teams in complex, sensitive environmentsExperience in major capability transformation programmes in Defence, Intelligence, or GovernmentFamiliarity with national security processes, governance frameworks, and high-assurance operationsWillingness to learn, with no fixed background or education requirement provided you can show the required level of experienceWillingness to go through DV Clearance Responsibilities: Shape, develop, and integrate mission-critical capabilities for Cyber and National Security customersAct as a trusted advisor, driving innovation, orchestrating complex delivery, and building high performing teamsIdentify, shape, and qualify new business opportunities within National Security and Defence organisationsLead early customer engagements and develop strategies aligned with long-term sector growthProvide technical direction for bids and business development activitiesEnsure proposed solutions are feasible, innovative, compliant, and mission-alignedWork closely with engineering, data, cyber, AI/ML, and systems integration teams to shape end-to-end solutionsTranslate complex mission needs into robust technical architecture, capability concepts, and delivery approachesTechnically lead major bids from capture through proposal submission and contract negotiationLead the design and evolution of end-to-end capabilities combining people, processes, systems, and technologyProvide leadership across all areas and shape and oversee the delivery of complex capability programmes Technologies: AIArchitectSecuritySupport More:
We are QinetiQ, and we are creating the future through cutting-edge defence technology and ground-breaking innovation to empower and protect lives. This Principal Senior Technical Architect – National Security role is based at either our Farnborough or Malvern site, with hybrid working available and frequent customer travel required. At Farnborough, we work from a state-of-the-art facility featuring high-energy laser technologies, a unique 5m pressurised wind tunnel simulation capability, and major research and development projects. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a matched contribution pension scheme with life assurance, generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase extra days, health cash plan, private medical insurance, dental insurance, an employee discount portal, volunteering opportunities, and a diverse and inclusive workplace culture where collaboration and different perspectives are valued.
last updated 36 week of 2026