ASC is Australia’s submarine company. We built the Royal Australian Navy’s Collins Class submarines, sustain them, and are now delivering their Life of Type Extension to increase the boats’ service lives. We have also been selected by the Australian Government to sustain and jointly build the nation’s nuclear-powered submarines – the largest and most complex industrial undertaking in Australia’s history.

Our work is interesting and meaningful, contributing directly to Australia’s national security. We offer rewarding roles that provide the opportunity to grow your career, and the flexibility to balance life and work. A career at ASC is like no other, delivering a deeper purpose we can all be proud of.

About the Opportunity

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for designing innovative technology solutions? Join ASC’s IT Architecture team as a Solution Architect and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our digital transformation. This is your chance to influence enterprise-wide systems and deliver impactful solutions that align with ASC’s strategic goals.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate a cohesive technical architecture vision aligned with ASC’s strategic objectives.
• Guide solution design across multiple programs and projects, ensuring alignment with business needs.
• Evaluate architectural alternatives and converge on best-fit solutions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into actionable designs.
• Provide leadership and technical direction to ensure consistency in solution delivery.
• Support the evolution of ASC’s enterprise architecture through feedback and innovation.
• Contribute to the success of the Digital Transformation Project and Non-Standard Requests.

About you 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years in ICT solution development (applications, integrations, middleware).
• 3+ years as a Solution Architect, integrating diverse technology platforms.
• Strong ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Skilled in systems design, integration, and data migration.
• Demonstrated ability to lead sustainable process and behavioural change.
• Highly autonomous, collaborative, and effective at influencing and negotiating.

Eligibility

This role requires a current National Police Clearance and an Australian Defence Security Clearance to a Baseline level. Your eligibility for this role is dependent on you obtaining and maintaining such clearance.

Whilst ASC will accept all applications for this role, as this role requires an ability to access protected US defence technology, applicants holding nationality of certain foreign countries will not be eligible.

To check your eligibility please visit the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website.

Benefits

• Unique and challenging work with a deeper purpose.
• Flexibility over how, when and where you work for the best work/life balance.
• Up to 10 days additional leave every year so you can rest and recharge.
• Generous parental leave so you can give your family the focus it deserves.
• Subsidised childcare to ease the financial pressure on your family.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives so you can perform at your best at work.
• Professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• A diverse and supportive environment where you can thrive.
• Discounts and exclusive offers from leading Australian brands to help you save.

About ASC

Established in 1985, ASC’s 2500-plus staff offer a depth of submarine design, project management, supply chain, construction and engineering experience and expertise that is unparalleled in Australia’s defence industry. The company’s work on Australia’s nuclear-powered submarine build and the Collins Class Life of Type Extension takes place in Osborne, South Australia, with sustainment shared across Osborne and Henderson, Western Australia. ASC also plays a leading role in training Royal Australian Navy submariners.

Apply today for a career with a deeper purpose.