Introduction




Company cultures & job summary



Our client is looking for an experienced Training Solution Architect with a strong grasp of the Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT) to join their Engineering function in Hampshire.



You'll act as the technical lead for training-related change requests, owning the process from initial triage right through to solution approval. If you have a background in training design within complex defence programmes, this one's worth a look.



You will have one direct report under you so leadership experience is also key for this role.




Working Patterns and location - Hybrid - 3 days on site per week




Key responsibilities



• Act as the engineering point of contact for all training-related change requests.



• Triage and scope incoming requests to determine whether training design activity is needed.



• Produce technical training solution proposals including design approach, resource estimates, and project plans.



• Work with programme teams to develop clarification questions and shape solution direction.



• Coordinate inputs from SMEs, training designers, media specialists, and other engineering disciplines.



• Provide technical oversight during delivery to ensure outputs align with the approved solution and DSAT principles.



• Maintain governance records covering assumptions, decisions, and constraints throughout the change process.



• Engage with stakeholders and governance forums to provide engineering updates and recommendations.




Skills & experience



• Proven experience applying the Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT) in a complex programme environment.



• Solid background in Training Design - specifically DSAT Element 2.



• Experience producing scoping reports and defining training solutions within change programmes.



• Ability to work with stakeholders to clarify requirements and shape coherent training solutions.



• Experience integrating inputs from multiple stakeholders into a single, well-structured proposal.



• Confident presenting technical recommendations to senior stakeholders and governance forums.



• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to produce clear technical documentation.




The client would also like to see some of the below, but this is not essential:



• Knowledge of DSAT Elements 1 (Analysis) and/or 3 (Delivery), with awareness of Element 4 (Assurance).



• Experience overseeing or supporting subcontracted training analysis or development activity.



• Exposure to digital learning or media development environments.



• Background in Instructional Systems Design, Human Performance Technology, Adult Education, or Human Factors.



• Strategic or systems-level thinking




Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.




Part-time opportunities/flexible working is available to suit individual needs.




RECOMMEND A FRIEND: If you have professional friends/colleagues who would be interested in one of our roles and our excellent levels of service too, we'd like to recognise your recommendations with a 'thank you' of our own. For every friend you refer who then starts a role through Datasource either Contract or Permanent, we will send you £200 of Love to Shop Gift Vouchers & gift your friend £100 in Love to Shop Gift Vouchers as well!



You will be required to hold a minimum of SC Clearance. If you do not hold an active SC Clearance, please familiarise yourself with the vetting process before applying.



(c) Copyright Datasource Computer Employment Limited 2026.