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# Learning Solutions Architect

- **Company:** Datasource
- **Location:** Manchester, UK
- **Salary:** £55,000.0 - £65,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Elearning, SC Clearance
- **Published:** July 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.datasourcerecruitment.co.uk/jobs/learning-solutions-architect/

## About the Role

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, · 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

## Description

· 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.


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