Graduate Naval Architecture

BAE Systems; England; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking a Graduate Submarines Naval Architect to work in Barrow (Cumbria). The role involves collaborating with external stakeholders to design submarine hulls, conducting stability analyses, and supporting delivery teams. Candidates should possess a 2.2 in a relevant engineering degree. This position offers a competitive salary of £34,000 plus a £2,000 Welcome Bonus and requires attendance onsite 5 days a week.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible discounted health benefits

Wellbeing & lifestyle benefits

Qualifications

• Predicted to obtain a 2.2 in a relevant degree.
• Strong foundation in marine technology or naval architecture.

Responsibilities

• Work with external stakeholders to meet engineering requirements.
• Participate in design working groups for submarine hulls.
• Conduct analyses related to stability and manoeuvrability.
• Provide guidance to delivery teams across submarine programmes.
• Support timely delivery of submarines to the Royal Navy.

Skills

Marine Technology

Naval Architecture

Small Craft Technology

Offshore Engineering

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Graduate Submarines Naval Architect

Location: Barrow (Cumbria)

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements, however for this role you will be expected to attend your site 5 days per week.

Salary: £34,000 + £2,000 Welcome Bonus

Responsibilities

• Working closely with the MOD and other external stakeholders to agree and understand engineering and design requirements.
• Participate in various design working groups with internal stakeholders and external stakeholders (e.g. MOD, QinetiQ, Rolls Royce and other suppliers) to design the form of the hull and other hydrodynamic aspects.
• Undertaking a range of analyses and calculations (e.g. relating to stability and manoeuvrability).
• Providing delivery teams across all submarine programmes (Astute, Dreadnought and SSNA) with guidance and support in matters related to naval architecture.
• Supporting activities to ensure the timely delivery of submarines to the Royal Navy.

Benefits

As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts – you may also be eligible for an annual incentive.

The Submarines Team

Be a part of designing, building, testing, and commissioning the Astute and Dreadnought Class, the largest and most advanced submarines operated by the Royal Navy, providing a powerful and secure deterrent for the United Kingdom.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Qualification Requirements

As a minimum requirement you’ll need to have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2.2 in your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Marine Technology, Naval Architecture, Small Craft Technology, and Offshore Engineering. Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture with High Performance Vehicles, or Naval Architecture with Ocean Engineering. Ship Science, with hons in Naval Architecture, Offshore Engineering, Naval Engineering, or Yacht and Small Craft.

Start date (dd Month Year): 7th September 2026

Length of contract: Permanent contract