SAP S/4HANA Solution Architect

We are looking for a visionary Senior SAP S/4HANA Solution Architect

to shape and lead a major digital transformation programme at one of

the UK's leading aviation MRO facilities, based in Cardiff

This is a 6-month contract (Inside IR35) or Fixed Term engagement

with an immediate start.

THE ROLE

You will define the end-to-end SAP S/4HANA architecture for a complex ECC to S/4HANA transformation programme within an aerospace MRO environment. Acting as the most senior SAP voice on the programme, you will bridge technical design and business strategy, engaging at C-suite and steering committee level while leading cross-functional delivery teams.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• - Define end-to-end target architecture and transformation roadmap for ECC to S/4HANA migration in an aerospace MRO environment
• - Lead Fit-to-Standard workshops and drive Clean Core architecture
• - Oversee integration design across SAP PM, MM, FICO and adjacent systems (MES, PLM, third-party MRO platforms)
• - Champion SAP BTP for side-by-side extensions and SAP CPI for
• - Serve as trusted advisor to senior stakeholders and steering clear business value
• - Lead, mentor and align global delivery teams, functional analysts and development partners
• - Govern data migration strategy and hypercare stabilisation
• - Ensure compliance with aerospace regulations including AS9100 and relevant export control requirements

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

• - Proven experience as an SAP Solution Architect on large-scale S/4HANA transformation programmes — NOT configuration only
• - Aerospace and/or Aviation MRO industry background — MANDATORY,
• - Deep expertise in SAP PM (Plant Maintenance) — primary module
• - Strong SAP MM knowledge — primary module
• - SAP FICO knowledge — supporting integration awareness required
• - Both business AND technical skills — must be able to run
• - Right to work in the UK without sponsorship (British citizen, ILR, or EU Settled Status)

HIGHLY DESIRABLE

• - SAP BTP and Clean Core architecture experience
• - SAP CPI / Integration Suite knowledge
• - Knowledge of AS9100 quality standards and ITAR compliance
• - Experience with engine serialisation, life-limited parts tracking or rotable asset management in SAP
• - Previous experience at GE Aerospace, Rolls-Royce, Airbus, BAE Systems, Collins Aerospace or similar tier-1 aerospace
• - MES / PLM integration experience within aerospace environments

LOCATION & CONTRACT DETAILS

• - Location: Cardiff (Nantgarw), Wales — Hybrid working
• - Duration: 6 months (Inside IR35) or 6-month Fixed Term
• - Start: Immediate / ASAP
• - Rate: Competitive — based on experience

Please note: Only candidates with confirmed aerospace or MRO background AND senior SAP architecture experience will be considered. Functional-only or configuration-only profiles