What are the responsibilities and job description for the Solutions Architect position at Astrion?
Be the Difference
Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, and Huntsville, AL with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.
Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Solutions Architect.
JOB DETAILS
LOCATION: Remote
JOB STATUS: FT
TRAVEL: Up to 25%
JOB SUMMARY
The Solutions Architect will support the development of innovative and competitive technical solutions for new and existing business opportunities. Reporting to the VP, Solutions Architect, this individual will play an essential role in Astrion's growth within the government contracting space, focusing on translating technical requirements into tailored, winning solutions.
As a recognized expert within the company, the Solutions Architect will design, research, and develop highly advanced applications that may result in new product or business opportunities for Astrion. This individual will also contribute to efforts to capture new business through technical work and capability briefings.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in solution architecture, with extensive experience in analyzing customer needs, collaborating with technical teams, and supporting proposal efforts. This position requires a demonstrated ability to develop technical solutions that align with customer requirements and organizational goals, with an emphasis on execution and collaboration.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop Tailored Solutions: Collaborate with internal technical teams, capture personnel, and proposal staff to develop solutions that align with customer needs and Astrion's technical capabilities. Support the development of compliant and compelling technical proposals.
- Contribute to the Capability Catalog: Assist in maintaining and refining Astrion's capability catalog by documenting current technical competencies and identifying areas for expansion. Collaborate with the MARCOM team to develop marketing materials, such as capability sheets, for external distribution.
- Design and Research Advanced Applications: Leverage technical expertise to design and develop advanced applications and solutions that drive innovation and align with Astrion's strategic goals. Propose concepts that may lead to new product or business opportunities.
- Support Strategic Solutioning: Work closely with the VP, Solutions Architect to identify and position emerging technologies and capabilities that align with market
- demands and organizational goals. Contribute to efforts that ensure Astrion remains competitive in the federal contracting space.
- Build Collaborative Relationships: Foster relationships with subject matter experts, technical teams, and key stakeholders to support solution development. Quickly establish rapport and credibility with team members to ensure effective collaboration.
- Capture Support and Capability Briefings: Play a key role in technical work and capability briefings to support business development efforts. Collaborate with capture teams to align technical solutions with customer priorities.
- Market Awareness: Stay informed on current trends, emerging technologies, and competitor activities within the government contracting and defense sectors. Leverage this knowledge to contribute to solution strategies.
- Organizational Skills: Effectively manage multiple tasks, including solution development efforts, capability documentation, and market research, while ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
- Experience: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) with 12-15 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 10-13 years of experience in solution architecture or related technical roles within the federal government sector. Experience in the defense sector is a plus.
- Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of federal sector technologies, mission requirements, and emerging trends, with the ability to translate technical capabilities into effective solutions.
- Collaboration Skills: Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team, collaborating with technical experts, capture personnel, and proposal staff.
- Analytical Thinking: Proven ability to analyze customer needs, identify gaps, and develop tailored solutions that align with organizational strengths and goals.
- Communication Skills: Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts clearly and concisely.
- Security Clearance: Active security clearance (or the ability to obtain one) is preferred.
What We Offer
- Competitive salaries
- Continuing education assistance
- Professional development allotment
- Multiple healthcare benefits packages
- 401K with employer matching
- Flex time off (FTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule
Who We Are
At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to "Be the Difference". This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish and our company continuously evolves.
We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.
Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!
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