Systems Architect

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Systems Architect to join our innovative systems R&D group. You will be part of our Uncrewed Platforms division, dedicated to designing, creating, and building autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs) and uncrewed surface vessels (USVs).

As a Systems Architect you will have the primary goal of defining the systems architecture of our solutions across the Uncrewed Platforms product range. You will contribute to driving activities related to the design of our autonomous maritime systems and ensuring that relevant systems architecting principles, practices, and technologies are utilized throughout our products lifecycles. The role will involve being deeply integrated into all aspects of solutions development from specification and design through to development, delivery, and operations.

Defining and maintaining the total system architecture of the solution

Contribute to the high-level breakdown of the system, defining the system interactions and interfaces, and the technologies and resources to be used in the design

Understanding the requirements - identifying the stakeholders, helping to analyze the requirements and extracting those of architectural significance

Formulating the design by defining and modelling systems architecture to ensure it meets the various functional and operational requirements, balancing the goals and constraints on the solution

Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that defined systems and sub-systems are properly integrated and aligned with the overarching system architecture

Implementing and overseeing system engineering processes and methodologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness

Relevant bachelors or masters degree in engineering, computer science, or equivalent

Proven experience with model-based systems engineering, preferably in the context of uncrewed or autonomous systems

Strong knowledge of systems architecting and engineering principles, practices, and technologies

Experience with relevant technologies or domains

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Act on your own initiative, make things happen, and accept responsibility for the results

Communicate in English in a clear, precise, and structured way

Use a methodical and systematic approach, plan ahead, define clear priorities, and allocate resources effectively

Co-operate well with others, share knowledge, experience, information, and support others in the pursuit of team goals

Contribute to a positive work environment

At KONGSBERG, we believe that diversity fuels innovation. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet every requirement. Your unique perspective is valuable to us. Your skills, attitude and perspective could be exactly what we are looking for!

Competitive compensation and excellent employee benefits

Good development opportunities in an exciting and international work environment

Flexible work hours and holiday arrangements that include the possibility of hybrid working arrangements

An inspiring work environment, with the possibility to work with meaningful and exciting solutions for the future

Horten (HIP - Horten Industry Park) or Oslo (Lysaker)

**Contact:**Jason McFarlane, Systems Architecture & Engineering Manager, +47 46 66 26 06

KONGSBERG protects people and critical infrastructure from deep sea to space.

We deliver advanced ocean and space technologies from autonomous marine systems to satellites and data services supporting sustainability, climate monitoring, infrastructure protection, and security. KONGSBERG also develop innovative technologies for defence, security, and surveillance markets, combining military and civilian expertise. Our defence and security solutions span missiles, weapon stations, air defence, command and control, and digital towers.

Today, we have more than 7,500 employees in about 20 countries. The company is listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange and the Norwegian government controls about 50.01 percent of the shares.

The Discovery division develops technologies for sustainable ocean resource management, climate monitoring, critical infrastructure protection, and national security. Its technology platforms and solutions support offshore operations, fisheries, ocean research, maritime operations, sea-based energy production, and naval defence. Products include sonars, underwater communication equipment, satellites, surveillance and positioning systems, and autonomous vehicles. Customers span offshore, fisheries, marine research, maritime, energy, surveillance, defence, and naval sectors.