Principal Naval Architect

Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Bristol, Portsmouth, or Frimley. We embrace a variety of hybrid and flexible working arrangements—let's discuss what works best for you!

Salary: Competitive

As a Senior/Principal Naval Architect, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of submarine design and performance. Here’s what you’ll be doing:

• Conducting analysis and evaluations of submarine platforms' maneuvering performances from concept design to in-service support.
• Developing, verifying, and validating mathematical maneuvering models using physical model test data.
• Managing the generation of safe maneuvering envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance.
• Collaborating with enterprise partners to enhance modeling capabilities, processes, and toolsets for major programs.
• Working alongside other naval architecture teams, systems teams, and propulsion engineers to deliver innovative and safe submarine solutions.
• Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials, including depth and heading control , test form development, and post-trial data analysis .

Essential:

• Experience in generating ship or submarine maneuvering modeling.
• A strong understanding of hydrodynamic principles and methods.
• A degree in Naval Architecture, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or equivalent experience.

Desirable:

• Experience in hydrodynamic/aerodynamic design and evaluation.
• Physical testing experience.
• Chartered Engineer status or working towards it.

At BAE Systems, we offer more than just a job; we provide a pathway to a fulfilling career. Here’s what you can expect:

• A competitive pension scheme.
• Employee share plans and a wide range of flexible, discounted health, wellbeing, and lifestyle benefits.
• Eligibility for an annual incentive.
• Relocation support packages for eligible roles.

Join a team of experts in one of the largest and fastest-growing Naval Architecture Departments in the UK. You’ll be working on some of the most complex ship design and build programs, delivering cutting-edge submarines to the Royal Navy and Royal Australian Navy.

We believe in making a real difference. Our inclusive culture values diversity of thought and empowers you to reach your full potential. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to ensuring our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance, we encourage you to discuss potential reasonable adjustments with us.

Security Considerations: Please note that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. Factors such as nationality and residency may affect your eligibility for certain roles. All applicants must meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard, with many roles requiring higher levels of National Security Vetting.

We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications, so don’t wait—submit your application as soon as possible!

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