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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Solutions Architect - **Company:** Beyond New Horizons, LLC - **Location:** Tullahoma, TN, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $152,000 - $202,000 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Business Analytics Applications, Computing Platforms, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Configuration Management, Cyber Security, Databases, Computer Engineering, Network Interface Controllers, HP Thin Clients, Identity and Access Management, Local Area Networks, NetApp Applications, Data ONTAP (Server Appliance), OpenShift, Proprietary Software, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, OPC Unified Architecture, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Test Data, VMware Horizon View, Web Platforms, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Deployment Automation, Operational Systems, Data Management, Splunk, Vmware - **Published:** November 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/sr-solutions-architect-tullahoma-tn--5f368aa4-e31c-4579-ad40-92374b18c2fa ## About the Role Software Development, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Leadership, System Architecture, Analysis Skills, Architectural Services, Test Data, Systems Engineering, Air Force, Enterprise Architecture, * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline with a minimum of 12 years of experience in enterprise systems architecture, platform engineering, or distributed IT infrastructure Or Master's degree in the specified STEM disciplines with a minimum of 10 years of experience in systems architecture; Or Ph.D. in the specified STEM disciplines with a minimum of 8 years of experience in systems architecture. * Professional experience designing and deploying enterprise container platforms (specifically Kubernetes or Red Hat OpenShift) AND enterprise storage environments (specifically NetApp ONTAP, S3-compatible storage, or HSM/Tape archival). * Must be able to obtain and maintain an active security clearance and maintain authorized user access to the AEDC local area network. * S. Citizenship is required due to federal government contract compliance requirements and the necessity to access secure federal databases and networks on Arnold Air Force Base., * Minimum of 5+ years acting in a Lead Architect, Chief Engineer, or Principal Systems Integrator role supporting large-scale DoD, government, or high-security enterprise modernization programs. * Direct experience overseeing and evaluating third-party outsourced software development teams, including technical reviews of APIs, code delivery quality, and Interface Control Documents. * Demonstrated knowledge of cross-domain solutions (CDS), Trusted Thin Client (TTC) architectures, and NCDSMO Raise-The-Bar guidelines. * Working knowledge of DoD cybersecurity compliance frameworks, including Risk Management Framework (RMF), JSIG (Joint Special Access Program Implementation Guide), and multi-tenant Protection Level 3 (PL-3) boundaries. * Experience with Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) design and remote graphics delivery protocols (VMware Horizon 8, Blast Extreme, vGPU). * Practical exposure to industrial automation / IoT platforms (Kepware OPC UA) and big-data telemetry/analytics solutions (Splunk Enterprise). * Relevant industry certifications: Red Hat Certified Specialist in OpenShift/Kubernetes, AWS/Azure Solutions Architect, NetApp Certified Technology Architect, VMware VCAP/VCDX, or INCOSE CSEP/ESEP. * DoD 8140 / 8570 baseline certification: IAT Level III or IAM Level III (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CASP+). * Experience with AEDC Systems Engineering for Project Management (AEDC-STD-SE-1) milestone reviews (PDR, CDR, TRR, FCA/PCA). ## Description Beyond New Horizons, LLC (BNH) has an exciting opportunity for a Digital Enterprise Lead Solutions Architect, supporting the Test Operations and Sustainment II (TOS II) contract at Arnold Air Force Base, TN. As the Lead Solutions Architect, the candidate will serve as the principal technical authority and systems architect within the Digital Enterprise (DE) organization. The Digital Enterprise Branch is responsible for leading the digital modernization, cross-domain test data infrastructure, and advanced analytical compute transformation of the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC). This position serves as the primary technical counterpart to the Digital Enterprise Branch Manager, providing architectural leadership, systems engineering direction, and technical governance across AEDC's digital modernization portfolio. The Lead Solutions Architect will formulate and enforce an overarching Technical Reference Architecture that harmonizes disparate platforms across multiple classification enclaves. Crucially, this position acts as the lead technical authority overseeing contracted third-party software development firms, establishing interface standards, vetting software deliverables, and leading architectural reviews. The Lead Solutions Architect will bridge infrastructure, software, cybersecurity, and test operations stakeholders to ensure that all digital platforms are scalable, resilient, and fully accredited. This is a critical leadership position for securing the digital future of AEDC., BNH is the prime contractor selected by the U.S. Air Force to conduct Test Operations and Sustainment at AEDC, headquartered at Arnold AFB. AEDC operates multiple aerodynamic and propulsion wind tunnels, rocket and turbine engine test cells, space environmental chambers, arc heaters, ballistic ranges, and other specialized test units located across six states. Many of the complex's test units have capabilities unmatched elsewhere in the world. AEDC is an operating location of the Air Force Test Center (AFTC), one of six subordinate commands of the Air Force Materiel Command (AFMC). AEDC's mission is to conduct developmental testing and evaluation for the Nation through modeling, simulation, ground, and flight test. Execution of this mission requires a dedicated team of highly qualified technical professionals to deliver unified, high-performance data, compute, and operational systems to our test customers., * Enterprise Technical Architecture: Define, publish, and govern the branch's Enterprise Technical Reference Architecture, integrating high-speed optical networking, enterprise storage fabrics, container application platforms, and virtualized computing environments across multi-enclave boundaries. * Third-Party Software Governance: Serve as the primary technical evaluator and integration authority for outsourced third-party software deliverables. Review and arbitrate Interface Control Documents (ICDs), microservice APIs, data models, and containerized modules to guarantee compliance with enterprise architectural standards and prevent integration debt. * Cross-Domain & Multi-Enclave Systems: Direct the technical architecture and integration of National Cross Domain Strategy and Management Office (NCDSMO) Raise-The-Bar (RTB) compliant systems, including Trusted Thin Client (TTC) multi-domain endpoints providing simultaneous multi-level access across facilities. * Storage & Compute Fabric Engineering: Architect end-to-end data lifecycle pipelines and high-throughput, low-latency compute-to-storage fabrics connecting automated archival systems to containerized and bare-metal high-performance analytical environments. * Industrial Telemetry & Plant Integration: Guide the technical evolution of the ingestion and visualization of industrial IoT plant data across operational technology networks. * Architecture Review & Change Control: Assist in vetting proposed technical baselines, evaluate engineering change requests, and filter ad-hoc scope additions away from project delivery teams. * Cybersecurity & Pre-Accreditation Alignment: Partner proactively with AF Cybersecurity to embed security controls directly into early design artifacts. Formulate deployment strategies for disconnected, air-gapped container registries and automated configuration management. * Technical Mentorship & Workforce Relief: Serve as the technical advisor to the Digital Enterprise Branch Manager, Section Supervisors, and Project Engineers. Provide system decomposition, architectural clarity, and mentoring to de-risk engineering execution. * It is a condition of employment to wear company issued PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy. * Performs other related duties as required.