We are working with a high-growth, engineering-led organisation developing advanced command and control (C2) and autonomous mission systems for defence and security applications in the GCC.

As part of continued expansion, they are looking to appoint a C2 Autonomous Systems Architect to lead the design and integration of next-generation systems that connect autonomous platforms, sensors, and decision-making tools into a unified operational capability.

The role

A senior, hands-on position focused on the architecture and integration of C2 systems that enable and control autonomous platforms across land and joint environments.

You will play a key role in shaping how uncrewed systems, sensors, and data flows are orchestrated through a central command layer, ensuring systems are operationally effective, scalable, and aligned to real-world mission needs.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the architecture and design of C2 systems supporting autonomous and semi-autonomous operations
• Define how autonomous platforms (UAS, UGV) integrate into the wider command and control ecosystem
• Translate mission and operational requirements into scalable system architectures and control frameworks
• Design and manage data flows, interfaces, and interoperability between sensors, platforms, and command layers
• Support the integration of ISR feeds, communications systems, and autonomous assets into a unified operational picture
• Contribute to real-time decision support, tasking, and control mechanisms for autonomous systems
• Work closely with software, AI, and communications teams to ensure end-to-end system performance
• Support system testing, validation, and deployment in operational environments
• Engage with end-users to ensure solutions are intuitive, effective, and mission-ready

What we’re looking for

• Strong experience in C2 systems architecture and integration
• Experience working with or integrating autonomous systems (UAS, UGV, or similar) into mission environments
• Deep understanding of how data, control, and decision-making layers interact in operational systems
• Ability to translate operational concepts into technical architectures
• Experience defining interfaces, data models, and system integration frameworks
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, particularly with defence or government end-users
• Comfortable operating in fast-paced, R&D-driven environments

Technical exposure

• Command & Control (C2 ) architectures
• Autonomous systems integration (UAS, UGV, uncrewed platforms)
• ISR systems and sensor fusion (EO/IR, radar, data feeds)
• Data integration, middleware, and API-driven architectures
• Tactical communications and networking
• Edge computing and real-time data processing

Desirable

• Experience with AI/ML-driven decision support or autonomy frameworks
• Understanding of system engineering lifecycles (V-model, MBSE)
• Experience integrating multi-domain autonomous systems
• Exposure to defence programmes in the UAE or wider GCC