Director Enterprise Architecture & Analytics

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Enterprise Architecture Strategy and Governance Define and evolve the target enterprise architecture vision and multiyear roadmap across business applications, data platforms, and analytics and AI capabilities Establish and lead formal architecture governance with authority over major technology investments, platform selections, integration approaches, data standards, and exceptions Develop enterprise architecture frameworks, principles, standards, and guidelines that drive consistency, reduce technical debt, and enable scalability Evaluate major technology decisions, documenting tradeoffs in cost, risk, speed, and maintainability to inform executive decisions Conduct architecture assessments to identify consolidation, modernization, and simplification opportunities that reduce complexity and improve efficiency Monitor industry trends in cloud, AI, advanced analytics, and modern integration patterns to identify strategic opportunities Present architecture initiatives, progress, and strategic recommendations to executive leadership and board stakeholders with clarity Core Business Systems and Operational Architecture Define and maintain target state architecture for major business applications including ERP, PLM, MES, and adjacent operational systems Guide integration and interoperability across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, finance, and delivery Partner with functional leaders to translate operational requirements into architectural solutions Lead application portfolio rationalization to eliminate duplicates, redundant capabilities, and one-off solutions that add complexity Establish integration standards, patterns, and middleware strategies that reduce brittle point to point connections and improve reliability Lead architecture planning for major system implementations, upgrades, and replacements, ensuring alignment with enterprise standards Evaluate vendor solutions against architectural standards and business requirements and provide objective assessments and recommendations Enterprise Data and Analytics Architecture Define the enterprise data strategy, treating data as a strategic asset with clear ownership, quality expectations, governance, and standards Lead data architecture design including data warehouses, data lakes, master data management, and data integration infrastructure Establish data governance frameworks for stewardship, quality metrics, data lineage, and access policies to ensure trusted, accessible data Define analytics platform architecture and strategy including BI tools, self-service analytics, advanced analytics, and AI model deployment environments Identify, prioritize, and architect AI and machine learning use cases that deliver measurable business value Set standards for data pipelines, ETL processes, analytics tools, and AI implementations that ensure scalability, consistency, and maintainability Ensure data and analytics capabilities enable faster operational decisions and actionable insights for business leaders Partner with BI and data science teams to translate analytical requirements into architectures that balance performance, cost, security, and usability Integration and Interoperability Leadership Establish enterprise integration architecture standards for how systems exchange data, invoke services, and maintain data consistency Standardize integration patterns such as APIs, event driven architectures, messaging middleware, and batch exchanges to improve reliability Reduce brittle point to point integrations by implementing scalable integration platforms that centralize connectivity and simplify dependencies Oversee integration architecture for cross system business processes, ensuring end to end data flow integrity Define data exchange standards including formats, protocols, error handling, and monitoring requirements Improve reliability and observability with monitoring, alerting, and logging that enable proactive detection and resolution of integration issues Security and Compliance Architecture Design enterprise architecture with security and regulatory compliance as core principles, ensuring architectural decisions support obligations Partner with cybersecurity leadership to align architecture with ITAR constraints, NIST SP 800 171 controls, and CMMC requirements Embed security by design into standards, platform selections, and integration patterns to protect CUI and FCI Ensure architectural decisions support necessary security controls including access management, encryption, network segmentation, audit logging, and incident detection Maintain architectural documentation for audits, including system boundaries, data flow diagrams, integration architectures, and technology inventories Evaluate emerging threats and regulatory changes, assess architectural impacts, and implement required adjustments Technology Leadership and Team Development Provide strategic leadership for the enterprise architecture function, fostering innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement Lead, mentor, and develop enterprise, solution, and data architects and other technical professionals, providing guidance and career development Build strong relationships with executive leadership, business units, IT leaders, and vendors to drive architectural alignment Ensure clear communication between IT and business units on architectural initiatives, technology strategies, and organizational impacts Champion enterprise architecture awareness and best practices, educating stakeholders on the value of architectural discipline and standardization Manage architecture budgets and resources to ensure cost effective use of people, tools, and consulting services Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor to executive leadership on technology strategy, architectural tradeoffs, and business transformation

SKILLS • EXPERIENCE • EDUCATION: Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, information systems, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience At least twelve years of enterprise IT experience, including five or more years in senior architecture leadership roles on major programs with business applications, data platforms, and analytics Proven experience leading enterprise architecture in manufacturing or complex operational environments, including core systems such as ERP, PLM, or MES Extensive experience building, governing, and evolving enterprise data architectures, data governance, and analytics platforms that enable data driven decision making Demonstrated expertise in architectural governance, including standards, architecture review boards, platform decisions, and managing exceptions Hands on experience driving technology standardization across multiple teams, vendors, and business units, with sound judgment on when exceptions are warranted Strong technical knowledge across business applications, data platforms, integration technologies, cloud computing, analytics tools, and modern software development practices Proven ability to partner with business leaders to understand operational needs and translate them into architectures that deliver measurable value Experience in regulated industries with understanding of compliance requirements, security architecture, and governance; aerospace and defense strongly preferred Exceptional executive communication skills with the ability to explain complex architectural concepts, cost and risk tradeoffs, and strategic recommendations to non-technical leaders Strong collaboration and influencing skills with a track record of building consensus, driving change, and leading without direct authority Strategic thinking that balances long term architectural vision with pragmatic incremental delivery and short-term business pressures Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex landscapes, identify simplification opportunities, and create actionable transformation roadmaps Experience managing architecture teams, developing talent, and building high performing technical organizations Proven project leadership capabilities on large initiatives with multiple workstreams, vendors, and stakeholders Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in computer science, information technology, business administration, or related field Professional architecture certifications such as TOGAF, Zachman, or cloud architecture certifications (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) Experience in aerospace, defense, or government contracting with knowledge of Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements, FAR, DFARS, and ITAR Deep understanding of CMMC and NIST SP 800 171 frameworks as they apply to enterprise architecture and information system design Experience leading digital transformation or modernization programs involving legacy replacement and cloud migration Knowledge of AI and machine learning architectures, model deployment platforms, and responsible AI governance Familiarity with modern software development practices including DevOps, agile, CI or CD, and API first design Experience with manufacturing systems and standards including AS9100, MRP, APS, or QMS Background in organizational change management, stakeholder engagement, and communication strategies that drive adoption of architectural standards Active involvement in professional architecture associations or industry communities