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Job Title: IT Strategy Specialist (Edgewing)

Location: Reading area. The role could be contracted to any BAE Systems site (preferably Frimley) but on commencement will immediately be assigned to our Edgewing JV in the Reading area. A financial support package may be available to enable this assignment if required, dependent on certain criteria being met. Due to the nature of this assignment, we envisage there will be a need for mostly on site working, however, flexible working arrangements may be possible – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this role.

Salary: £54,808+ (DOE)

Who we are:

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow, shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space, there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Job Description:

As an IT Strategy Specialist, you’ll play a key role in shaping and evolving Edgewing’s digital information strategy. Working within the Tech Strategy & Enterprise Architecture team, you’ll help assess emerging technologies, provide strategic insight and support the development of digital capabilities aligned to business priorities.

You’ll collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to support strategic planning, governance activities and long-term technology direction.

Core duties:

• Support the development and continuous improvement of the digital information strategy
• Assess emerging technologies and provide recommendations to support future digital capability
• Work with business and technology stakeholders to support strategic initiatives and alignment
• Apply enterprise architecture principles and technology analysis to support decision -making
• Contribute to governance activities and strategic planning across the technology landscape

Essential Skills:

• Experience within technology strategy, enterprise architecture, digital transformation or business analysis environments
• Experience applying enterprise architecture principles , ideally using frameworks such as TOGAF
• Ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly
• Analytical skills with the ability to evaluate technology trends and strategic impacts

The Edgewing Team:

By joining Edgewing, you will have a unique opportunity to help shape the company from the ground up — setting the foundations for generations to come, influencing how we work, and helping us build something world-class together. At Edgewing, we’re united by a shared purpose to drive what’s next in defence – uniting UK, Italian, and Japanese expertise to shape the future of global defence. With trust at the heart of everything we do, we empower our people to dare to go beyond, bring their best as one, and leave a mark that matters on a truly global mission, making a lasting impact through work that truly matters.

Why BAE Systems?

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work, this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family, support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive:

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role , to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Closing Date: 2nd July 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role . Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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