Autonomy Solution Architect

Autonomy Solution Architect Location: Hampshire (Hybrid / Flexible base with travel to coastal trial sites)Position Type: Full-Time, PermanentSecurity Clearance: Must be eligible for UK Eyes Only Security Clearance (SC)Contract type: Permanent Ideally - Outside IR35 Contract Considered Position Summary Are you a lead systems authority ready to direct the technical vision for complex, software-defined uncrewed surface vessels? We are seeking a Autonomy Solution Architect to drive the complete Autonomy Solution for a state-of-the-art maritime autonomy ecosystem. In this high-visibility leadership capacity, you will serve as the technical authority across modular software architectures, remote command nodes, robust communication pipelines, and intelligent mission payloads. This role bridges the gap between client operational demands and real-world execution. You will oversee the evolution of open, high-assurance autonomy platforms, translating high-level mission profiles into verifiable, safe, and resilient deployment packages that excel in harsh marine environments. Key Responsibilities Architecture and Governance: Establish and maintain the multi-layered technical blueprint spanning embedded vessel services, onshore remote operations infrastructure, telemetry standards, and payload integration contracts. Safety and Control Logic: Formulate state-management protocols, fail-passive behaviors, remote-to-autonomous authority handoffs, and degraded operational modes to guarantee ..... full job details .....