DE&S Naval Architect

Ministry Of Defence; Bradley Stoke; Hybrid; GBP 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A government department for defence is seeking a naval architect to provide expert technical advice and mentor junior architects. The role involves ensuring compliance with safety standards, analyzing technical hazards, and contributing to project outcomes. Candidates should hold a relevant STEM qualification and be registered as an Incorporated Engineer. The position offers a competitive salary of £46,400 and generous benefits including flexible working and a significant pension contribution.

Benefits

25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays

Flexible working options

Market-leading pension contribution

Performance-based bonuses

Specialist training opportunities

Discounts and volunteering days

Qualifications

• Must have lived in the UK for the last 5 years.
• Capable of obtaining Security Check (SC) security clearance.
• Demonstrated experience in naval architecture.

Responsibilities

• Apply legislation and standards for safety and compliance.
• Analyze technical hazards and effects.
• Provide expert technical advice on naval structures.
• Mentor junior naval architects.

Skills

Technical advice

Risk reduction

Collaboration

Mentorship

Education

Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics qualification at RQF Level 4

Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or higher

Job description

Overview

At Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) we supply and maintain vital equipment and services for the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force. Together we deliver a vast range of essential defence programmes and strive to keep our military at the top of their game and our nation safe.

Responsibilities

• Apply legislation, policy, and standards to guarantee safety, security, environmental compliance, and interoperability across systems.
• Identify and analyse complex technical hazards and project impacts, contribute to risk reduction measures, and ensure these are fully documented and understood.
• Produce and review technical artefacts, models, layouts, and reports as part of assurance and acceptance activities.
• Provide expert technical advice on ship structures, hydrostatics, and hydrodynamics, supporting design decisions and assurance processes.
• Mentor and support the development of junior naval architects and entry-level talent.
• Collaborate closely with the Naval Authority and Technology Group (NATG) and Classification Societies to establish and maintain certification.

Qualifications

• Have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and obtain Security Check (SC) security clearance without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role. The clearance must be obtained within 12 months.
• Hold a Science, Technology, Engineering, and/or Mathematics based qualification at RQF Level 4 (Lead criterion).
• Demonstrate wide-ranging depth and breadth experience of providing technical advice and leading the delivery of successful Naval Architecture outcomes.
• Belong to a relevant professional body/institution and be registered as either an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or higher, or an Incorporated Marine Engineer (IMarEng) or higher.
• Alternative qualifications: SCQF or international equivalent backed up by a statement of comparability from UK ENIC.

Benefits

• £46,400 per annum (pro rata) plus generous benefits.
• 25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday.
• Flexible and hybrid working options.
• Market‑leading average employer pension contribution of 28.97%.
• Annual performance‑based bonus and recognition awards.
• Access to specialist training and funded qualifications.
• Support for progression.
• Huge range of discounts.
• Volunteering days.
• Enhanced parental leave schemes.