Senior Naval Shock & Dynamics Engineer (Hybrid)

BAE Systems; Ulverston; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor in the UK seeks a Senior Structural Engineer specializing in Shock & Dynamics to support Naval Shock Requirements. You will manage compliance evidence, conduct stress assessments, and work with FEA tools. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid work options, and a range of benefits including pension schemes and health plans. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a solid understanding of structural mechanics.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Employee share plans

Flexible health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related STEM discipline.
• Solid understanding of structural mechanics and dynamics principles.
• Knowledge of material strength behaviour, including elastic and plastic properties.

Responsibilities

• Support development and maintenance of Naval Shock Requirements.
• Manage Verification and Validation evidence.
• Conduct detailed stress assessments of equipment.

Skills

Structural mechanics

Dynamics principles

Material strength behaviour

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related STEM discipline

Tools

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Job description

A leading defense contractor in the UK seeks a Senior Structural Engineer specializing in Shock & Dynamics to support Naval Shock Requirements. You will manage compliance evidence, conduct stress assessments, and work with FEA tools. The position offers a competitive salary, hybrid work options, and a range of benefits including pension schemes and health plans. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and a solid understanding of structural mechanics.