Principal Naval Architect

TieTalent; Northampton; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Principal Naval Architect to design advanced submarines and support major UK shipbuilding programs. The role involves applying naval architecture knowledge, leading research, and collaborating with diverse teams. Competitive benefits and flexible working arrangements are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Company-contributed Share Incentive Plan

Flexible working

Employee assistance program

Cycle2Work

Employee discounts

Potential annual incentive

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience as a Naval Architect.
• Chartered Engineer or working towards Chartered status.

Responsibilities

• Designing the SSN AUKUS submarine.
• Supporting sea trials and commissioning activities.
• Writing and presenting technical reports.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Naval Architecture

Job description

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Location and Working Arrangements

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

Salary

£45,628 + depending on experience

Job Title

Principal Naval Architect

Responsibilities

• Designing the SSN AUKUS, now the world’s most advanced submarine.
• Applying knowledge of hydrostatics, hydrodynamics, seamanship, and outfit, infrastructure, or whole boat design to support major UK shipbuilding programs.
• Supporting sea trials, inclining experiments, and other commissioning activities for multiple submarine classes.
• Undertaking research and development activities to develop world-leading capabilities.
• Writing and presenting technical reports.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Demonstrable experience as a Naval Architect.
• Chartered Engineer or working towards Chartered status.

Desirable

• Degree in Naval Architecture.
• Experience in ship design analysis and build support.
• Advanced numeracy and analytical skills.
• Previous experience working on defense projects.

Benefits

You’ll receive benefits including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave, and a company-contributed Share Incentive Plan. Additional benefits include flexible working, an employee assistance program, Cycle2Work, employee discounts, and potentially an annual incentive.

The Naval Architecture Team

As a Principal Naval Architect, you will be a key member of one of the UK's largest and fastest-growing Naval Architecture Departments. You will work on some of the most complex ship design and build programs, delivering cutting-edge submarines to the Royal Navy and Royal Australian Navy. The role involves working on submarines throughout their lifecycle, from early design to build support and commissioning. The department includes teams specializing in weights engineering, stability, hydrostatics, infrastructure support, seamanship and outfit, maneuvering and control, fluid dynamics, design, and development. Depending on your location, you may work onsite one day a week, with travel to Barrow as needed. We offer relocation support for eligible candidates.

Why BAE Systems?

This is a place where you can make a real difference. We foster an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to fulfill your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, especially those underrepresented in our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. If you have a disability or health condition affecting your performance, please discuss reasonable adjustments with your recruiter.

Security and Eligibility

Many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions based on nationality, previous nationalities, and place of birth. All applicants must meet at least the Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Higher-level security vetting may require 5 to 10 years of UK residency, depending on the role.

Closing Date

2nd June 2025. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early.

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