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Ready for your next challenge as a Vehicle Architect in the Defense Industry?

ALTEN is partnering with a leading company in the defense sector in Gothenburg to find a Vehicle Architect specializing in armored vehicles. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team on-site and play a key role in the development of next-generation armored vehicles.

What do we offer?

• A challenging and varied role in a global, innovative environment
• The opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and industry-leading experts
• A collaborative culture that values knowledge-sharing and professional growth
• Competitive benefits and career development opportunities

About the role

As a Vehicle Architect, you will act as the technical bridge between the company and its suppliers, ensuring that the requirements for armored vehicles are met with precision and innovation. You will lead the roadmap development for a dedicated range of products, overseeing the product range from sale strategy to aftermarket strategy. Your role will also involve mentoring junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning, and confidently navigating the wider network to drive value creation.

Job / Skills

This position requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, with a proven track record in armored vehicle development. You will apply advanced knowledge to shape technical definitions and support the broader team in achieving their goals.

Your main responsibilities

• Lead the technical development and roadmap for armored vehicle products
• Act as the primary interface with suppliers to ensure alignment with project requirements
• Oversee the product range, including sale strategy, manufacturing, platform strategy, and aftermarket considerations
• Support and mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing and growth
• Collaborate across the organization to articulate and deliver value within your area of expertise

Your profile

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Vehicle Architect with:

• Education: Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Vehicle Engineering, or a related field
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in vehicle architecture, with a focus on armored vehicles
• Technical Skills: Strong background in mechanical architecture and system integration
• Industry Knowledge: Proven experience in the defense industry, particularly with armored vehicles
• Soft Skills: Ability to mentor peers, work collaboratively, and communicate effectively across teams
• Language: Fluent in English; Swedish or other European languages are a plus

About ALTEN

ALTEN is one of Europe’s largest technology and IT consulting companies with over 57,000 employees in nearly 30 countries. Our engineers carry out complex and highly technical projects throughout the value chain of the most prestigious companies in all sectors, such as Automotive, Defense, Energy & Environment, Industry, Public services & Government and Life Sciences. In Sweden, we are about 1300 committed employees with 9 offices in 9 cities - from Lund in the south to Skellefteå in the north.

For the sixth year in a row, ALTEN has been named one of Sweden's most attractive employers by Karriärföretagen, an award for employers that offer unique career and development opportunities.

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