Principal Naval Architect

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Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK is seeking a Senior/Principal Naval Architect to work on complex submarine design projects. This role involves conducting detailed analyses, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams, and developing manoeuvring performance models. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree and experience in submarine manoeuvring. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a variety of employee benefits.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Private health plans

Qualifications

• Proven experience in ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling.
• Degree in relevant engineering or science field.
• Strong analytical capabilities and hydrodynamic understanding.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis and evaluation of submarine platforms.
• Develop and validate mathematical manoeuvring models.
• Collaborate with teams for innovative submarine solutions.

Skills

Experience in ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling

Advanced numeracy and analytical skills

Strong understanding of hydrodynamic principles and methods

Education

Degree in Naval Architecture, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics

Job description

Overview

Job Title : Senior/Principal Naval Architect

Location : Barrow-in-Furness, Bristol, Portsmouth or Frimley. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Competitive

What you’ll be doing

• Conducting analysis and evaluation of submarine platforms manoeuvring performance from concept design to in-service support
• Undertaking development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring model using physical model test data of Safe Manoeuvring Envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance
• Working with enterprise partners to develop the modelling capability, processes and toolsets for use to support our major programmes
• Working collaboratively with other naval architecture teams, systems teams, Active Vehicle Control system teams and propulsion engineers as well as customers and suppliers to deliver innovative & safe submarine solutions
• Supporting & conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control, including test form development and post-trial data analysis

Essential

• Experience in the of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling
• Advanced numeracy and analytical skills
• A strong understanding of hydrodynamic principles and methods
• Degree in Naval Architecture, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or equivalent experience

Desirable

• Hydrodynamic/aerodynamic design and evaluation experience
• Physical testing experience
• Chartered Engineer or working towards/ability to achieve

Benefits

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

The Vehicle Control team

As a Principal/Senior Naval Architect within the Vehicle Control team, you will be working alongside a team of experts within Naval Architecture and the Whole Boat Design Team in one of the largest and fastest growing Naval Architecture Departments in the UK.

You will be working on some of the most complex ship design and build programmes ever undertaken to deliver cutting edge submarines to the Royal Navy and Royal Australian Navy. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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 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.

Additional information

If you have a 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 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 Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 1st September 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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