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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
Feb 23, 2026
Full time
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
Feb 23, 2026
Full time
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
Feb 23, 2026
Full time
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
Feb 23, 2026
Full time
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
Feb 23, 2026
Full time
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
Feb 23, 2026
Full time
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
Feb 23, 2026
Full time
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
Feb 23, 2026
Full time
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
Systems Engineering and Assessment Limited
Barnstaple, Devon
About The Role Engineered to Protect, thats our promise, we protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world.Taking responsibility for the development of advanced firmware solutions for FPGA-based systems, strengthening departmental capability in VHDL design and integration. This role will own complex designs, mentor engineers, and ensure robust electronic and firmware solutions. Senior Electronic Design & Firmware Engineer will be based at our Barnstaple site. This role allows for flexible working. The salary for this role is up to £65k, depending on experience. Whatyoullbedoing Design, implement, and verify FPGA firmware using VHDL/Verilog Develop and optimize embedded code for high-performance systems Own the full lifecycle: requirements, architecture, coding, simulation, and integration Collaborate on schematic capture and PCB design using Altium Support component selection and signal integrity analysis Provide technical support to a small multi-disciplinary team of Engineers on specific projects Seek and share good practice and knowledge locally to continuously improve own practices Provide support to the learning and development of other Engineers within SEA through mentorship and expert advice Support and facilitate reviews and approvals of electronic designs in accordance with business and industry standards Provide input to Company standards pertaining to Electronic Engineering including calculations, CAD models, manufacturing drawings & schematics and technical reports Support SEA products through manufacturing, assembly, installation and service life Support the preparation and submission of bids and proposals, including interfacing with customers and suppliers and generating engineering estimates About our company At SEA, we develop and deliver advanced solutions to make our world safer, cleaner and more efficient. We provide state-of-the-art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, and undersea surveillance systems. In-service across the globe, our systems deliver a rapid response to threats and system effectiveness and interoperation. Our systems support an ever-growing number of navies across the world, and we continue to bolster our already specialist, on-the-ground knowledge of key overseas markets. What we offer At our core, we encourage innovation, flexibility and out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems, so were always looking for talented, flexible, and creative people to bring their best to SEA. In return we offer generous rewards, a fantastic work/life balance, and excellent career and training opportunities for everyone who joins. Havea look atthe benefits we offer: Work life balance Hybrid/flexible working arrangements 25 days annual leave, plus buy and sell Up to 16 days flexi leave accrual Half day Fridays Reservists in theArmedForces receive special paid leave Family & wellbeing Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance Program All Staff Bonus Group Pension Plan of up to 7% employer contribution Cycle to work scheme Wellbeing Centre Sports & Social activities Employee Discounts portal - online and in-store discounts, travel savings Life assurance policy Publication and recruitment bonus rewards Development opportunities, including LinkedIn learning Facilities & resources Electric vehicle charging points at all sites Private seated lunch areas Onsite bistro (Barnstaple office) and free hot and cold beverages Onsite showers and toiletries provision Free onsite parking Theskills you need Expert in VHDL/Verilog and FPGA toolchains (Intel Quartus, AMD Vivado) Strong understanding of digital electronics and embedded systems Be versatile to provide input in other programming languages and simulation tools such as MATLAB, C and Python is desired but not essential Knowledge of communication protocols and real-time systems Contribute to the design and development of Analogue and Digital Electronic Circuits. Understanding of PCB design from Schematic capture to PCB layout Ability to follow a methodical/systematic approach to analyse and solve problems, identifying key facts and breaking down complex information to components parts Full lifecycle experience from requirements decomposition to acceptance and user sign off on multi-disciplinary programmes Experience of requirements capture, analysis, V&V and configuration management Excellent communication and collaboration skills Able to produce clear and concise technical documentation Demonstrable ability to plan and execute technical assignments Join us and be part of something smaller - with500people in the UK and Canada - doing something bigger: protecting what matters. If youd like to know more, please give Kelly Thomas from our Talent Acquisition Team a call on . Or reach out to us on JBRP1_UKTJ
Feb 23, 2026
Full time
About The Role Engineered to Protect, thats our promise, we protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world.Taking responsibility for the development of advanced firmware solutions for FPGA-based systems, strengthening departmental capability in VHDL design and integration. This role will own complex designs, mentor engineers, and ensure robust electronic and firmware solutions. Senior Electronic Design & Firmware Engineer will be based at our Barnstaple site. This role allows for flexible working. The salary for this role is up to £65k, depending on experience. Whatyoullbedoing Design, implement, and verify FPGA firmware using VHDL/Verilog Develop and optimize embedded code for high-performance systems Own the full lifecycle: requirements, architecture, coding, simulation, and integration Collaborate on schematic capture and PCB design using Altium Support component selection and signal integrity analysis Provide technical support to a small multi-disciplinary team of Engineers on specific projects Seek and share good practice and knowledge locally to continuously improve own practices Provide support to the learning and development of other Engineers within SEA through mentorship and expert advice Support and facilitate reviews and approvals of electronic designs in accordance with business and industry standards Provide input to Company standards pertaining to Electronic Engineering including calculations, CAD models, manufacturing drawings & schematics and technical reports Support SEA products through manufacturing, assembly, installation and service life Support the preparation and submission of bids and proposals, including interfacing with customers and suppliers and generating engineering estimates About our company At SEA, we develop and deliver advanced solutions to make our world safer, cleaner and more efficient. We provide state-of-the-art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, and undersea surveillance systems. In-service across the globe, our systems deliver a rapid response to threats and system effectiveness and interoperation. Our systems support an ever-growing number of navies across the world, and we continue to bolster our already specialist, on-the-ground knowledge of key overseas markets. What we offer At our core, we encourage innovation, flexibility and out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems, so were always looking for talented, flexible, and creative people to bring their best to SEA. In return we offer generous rewards, a fantastic work/life balance, and excellent career and training opportunities for everyone who joins. Havea look atthe benefits we offer: Work life balance Hybrid/flexible working arrangements 25 days annual leave, plus buy and sell Up to 16 days flexi leave accrual Half day Fridays Reservists in theArmedForces receive special paid leave Family & wellbeing Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance Program All Staff Bonus Group Pension Plan of up to 7% employer contribution Cycle to work scheme Wellbeing Centre Sports & Social activities Employee Discounts portal - online and in-store discounts, travel savings Life assurance policy Publication and recruitment bonus rewards Development opportunities, including LinkedIn learning Facilities & resources Electric vehicle charging points at all sites Private seated lunch areas Onsite bistro (Barnstaple office) and free hot and cold beverages Onsite showers and toiletries provision Free onsite parking Theskills you need Expert in VHDL/Verilog and FPGA toolchains (Intel Quartus, AMD Vivado) Strong understanding of digital electronics and embedded systems Be versatile to provide input in other programming languages and simulation tools such as MATLAB, C and Python is desired but not essential Knowledge of communication protocols and real-time systems Contribute to the design and development of Analogue and Digital Electronic Circuits. Understanding of PCB design from Schematic capture to PCB layout Ability to follow a methodical/systematic approach to analyse and solve problems, identifying key facts and breaking down complex information to components parts Full lifecycle experience from requirements decomposition to acceptance and user sign off on multi-disciplinary programmes Experience of requirements capture, analysis, V&V and configuration management Excellent communication and collaboration skills Able to produce clear and concise technical documentation Demonstrable ability to plan and execute technical assignments Join us and be part of something smaller - with500people in the UK and Canada - doing something bigger: protecting what matters. If youd like to know more, please give Kelly Thomas from our Talent Acquisition Team a call on . Or reach out to us on JBRP1_UKTJ
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
Feb 23, 2026
Full time
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
Feb 23, 2026
Full time
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
Feb 23, 2026
Full time
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Principal Naval Architect to lead multidisciplinary design teams and develop innovative naval architecture solutions. This full-time position offers the flexibility to work from Devonport, Rosyth, or Bristol. Successful candidates should have experience in the naval or marine industry and proficiency in recognized naval architecture design tools. The firm provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a matched contribution pension scheme and excellent development opportunities.
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Principal Naval Architect to lead multidisciplinary design teams and develop innovative naval architecture solutions. This full-time position offers the flexibility to work from Devonport, Rosyth, or Bristol. Successful candidates should have experience in the naval or marine industry and proficiency in recognized naval architecture design tools. The firm provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a matched contribution pension scheme and excellent development opportunities.
Job Title Principal Naval Architect Location Devonport, Plymouth, Rosyth, Fife or Bristol Role Type Full time / Permanent Shape the Future of Naval Engineering At Babcock, we're working to create a safe and secure world, together. If you join us, you can play your part as a Principal Naval Architect at Devonport, Rosyth or Bristol, near their respective local commutable areas. The role As a Principal Naval Architect, you'll take on a role that's truly out of the ordinary. This is an opportunity to help shape the next generation of naval platforms - from concept design through early stage development, all the way to vessel acceptance. You'll play a key part in delivering complex shipbuilding programmes and in service support that protect national security and enable safer oceans. Your expertise will influence major international defence programmes, contributing to a safer world while accelerating your own professional growth. You'll join a fast growing engineering community, with meaningful opportunities to lead teams, innovate new solutions and diversify your experience across projects in naval architecture and nuclear infrastructure. Day to day responsibilities Lead multidisciplinary design teams throughout the full design lifecycle, ensuring technical excellence and coordination. Develop innovative naval architecture solutions, including concept designs, stability assessments and technical substantiation. Produce high quality technical reports and documentation, ensuring consistency and continual improvement of engineering outputs. Support and mentor team members, fostering capability growth across the engineering discipline. Collaborate with wider engineering groups, contributing your expertise to other projects that support long term career development. This is a full time position. The role can be based at Devonport, Rosyth or Bristol. Hybrid working patterns are available. Essential experience of the Principal Naval Architect Demonstrated experience within the naval or marine industry, ideally across both surface ships and submarine platforms. Proficiency using recognised naval architecture design tools (e.g., Paramarine, Maxsurf, Aveva). Experience leading technical delivery across concept and early stage design phases. Experience producing robust technical substantiation and reporting. Qualifications for the Principal Naval Architect Degree in Naval Architecture or an Engineering discipline; HNC/HND applicants with substantial relevant experience will also be considered. Chartered Engineer status and membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g., RINA, IMechE, IET, IMarEST). Security Clearance The successful candidate must be a sole UK National who is able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (). What we offer Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+ Employee share scheme Employee shopping savings portal Payment of Professional Fees Reservists in the armed forces receive 10 days special paid leave Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. There is an annual Window to request this benefit. 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Babcock We're Babcock - a global FTSE 100 organisation with over 26,000 people working together to make a difference. Here, you'll be part of something bigger. From initial design to final decommissioning, your work will contribute to products and services that are essential to national security and public infrastructure. Together, we're building a future that lasts - not just through the impact we make, but through meaningful careers that respect your work life balance. We call that lifetime engineering. Join us and see how far we can go, together. We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
Feb 22, 2026
Full time
Job Title Principal Naval Architect Location Devonport, Plymouth, Rosyth, Fife or Bristol Role Type Full time / Permanent Shape the Future of Naval Engineering At Babcock, we're working to create a safe and secure world, together. If you join us, you can play your part as a Principal Naval Architect at Devonport, Rosyth or Bristol, near their respective local commutable areas. The role As a Principal Naval Architect, you'll take on a role that's truly out of the ordinary. This is an opportunity to help shape the next generation of naval platforms - from concept design through early stage development, all the way to vessel acceptance. You'll play a key part in delivering complex shipbuilding programmes and in service support that protect national security and enable safer oceans. Your expertise will influence major international defence programmes, contributing to a safer world while accelerating your own professional growth. You'll join a fast growing engineering community, with meaningful opportunities to lead teams, innovate new solutions and diversify your experience across projects in naval architecture and nuclear infrastructure. Day to day responsibilities Lead multidisciplinary design teams throughout the full design lifecycle, ensuring technical excellence and coordination. Develop innovative naval architecture solutions, including concept designs, stability assessments and technical substantiation. Produce high quality technical reports and documentation, ensuring consistency and continual improvement of engineering outputs. Support and mentor team members, fostering capability growth across the engineering discipline. Collaborate with wider engineering groups, contributing your expertise to other projects that support long term career development. This is a full time position. The role can be based at Devonport, Rosyth or Bristol. Hybrid working patterns are available. Essential experience of the Principal Naval Architect Demonstrated experience within the naval or marine industry, ideally across both surface ships and submarine platforms. Proficiency using recognised naval architecture design tools (e.g., Paramarine, Maxsurf, Aveva). Experience leading technical delivery across concept and early stage design phases. Experience producing robust technical substantiation and reporting. Qualifications for the Principal Naval Architect Degree in Naval Architecture or an Engineering discipline; HNC/HND applicants with substantial relevant experience will also be considered. Chartered Engineer status and membership of a relevant professional institution (e.g., RINA, IMechE, IET, IMarEST). Security Clearance The successful candidate must be a sole UK National who is able to achieve and maintain Security Check (SC) security clearance for this role. Many of the positions within our company are subject to national security clearance and Trade Control restrictions. This means that your eligibility for certain roles may be affected by your place of birth, nationality, current or former citizenship, and any residency you hold or have held. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (). What we offer Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance Access to a Digital GP, annual health check, and nutritional consultations through Aviva DigiCare+ Employee share scheme Employee shopping savings portal Payment of Professional Fees Reservists in the armed forces receive 10 days special paid leave Holiday Trading is a benefit that allows UK Babcock employees to buy additional leave or to sell up to one working week of annual leave from their annual entitlement. There is an annual Window to request this benefit. 'Be Kind Day' enables employees to take one working day's paid leave a year (or equivalent hours) to undertake volunteering work with their chosen organisation or registered charity Excellent development opportunities and benefits package including an employee assistance programme supporting physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Babcock We're Babcock - a global FTSE 100 organisation with over 26,000 people working together to make a difference. Here, you'll be part of something bigger. From initial design to final decommissioning, your work will contribute to products and services that are essential to national security and public infrastructure. Together, we're building a future that lasts - not just through the impact we make, but through meaningful careers that respect your work life balance. We call that lifetime engineering. Join us and see how far we can go, together. We are a disability confident committed employer. If you have a disability or need any reasonable adjustments during the application and selection stages, please email with the subject header 'Reasonable adjustments requirement'. We're committed to building an inclusive culture where everyone's free to thrive. We are happy to talk about flexible working - please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer Location: Portsmouth Broad Oak Salary: Up to £60,000 dependent on skills and experiences What youll be doing: Apply Systems Engineering Principles: Implement ISO 15288 across the full lifecyclefrom requirements definition through integration, acceptance, support, and disposal Requirements Management: Decomposing and managing system and sub-system requirements using approved tools (e.g., IBM DOORS Next) System Architecture & Design: Performing system design decomposition, interface definition, and maintain architectural models in tools like CATIA Magic (Cameo) Integration & Testing: Planning and executing system integration and testing, contributing to acceptance strategies and compliance verification Technical Documentation & Reviews: Producing technical reports, presentations, and conducting reviews to ensure adherence to specifications and standards Technical Leadership & Guidance: Working independently under limited direction, resolving engineering issues, and providing guidance to the immediate team Maintain Contemporary Practices: Staying current with Model-Based Engineering, digital threads, cybersecurity, and safety procedures Your skills and experiences: Understands engineering principles and approaches underpinning design and development activities and be capable of systems thinking, applying holistic approaches to complex problems Demonstrates understanding, knowledge and experience of Systems Engineering with a focus on software-based product development including knowledge of appropriate Systems Engineering and Software Engineering standards (e.g. ISO 15288 and ISO 12207 respectively) Experience of working with large scale complex system designs Experience of multiple phases of an engineering lifecycle and good knowledge of lifecycle models (e.g. Waterfall, Agile) and associated tools (e.g. JIRA) Experience of presenting both technical and non-technical information in a formal setting 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 Modelling & Simulation Projects team: Were a team of around 150 training and systems engineering specialists with decades of experience delivering world-class naval training solutions for the Royal Navy. Our diverse workforce includes former RN officers, operators, and maintainers, alongside experts from the Army, RAF, MOD, academia, and industry. We shape training strategy, define requirements, and assure solutions that meet operational needs. We deliver end-to-end training management and technology solutions across the Defence training continuum, aligned with JSP 822 and JSP 939. From strategy and acquisition to integration and assurance, our products support training delivery, experimentation, and test & integration. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where youll be able to make a real difference. Youll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where youll 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. Closing Date: 6th March 2026 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. JBRP1_UKTJ
Feb 21, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer Location: Portsmouth Broad Oak Salary: Up to £60,000 dependent on skills and experiences What youll be doing: Apply Systems Engineering Principles: Implement ISO 15288 across the full lifecyclefrom requirements definition through integration, acceptance, support, and disposal Requirements Management: Decomposing and managing system and sub-system requirements using approved tools (e.g., IBM DOORS Next) System Architecture & Design: Performing system design decomposition, interface definition, and maintain architectural models in tools like CATIA Magic (Cameo) Integration & Testing: Planning and executing system integration and testing, contributing to acceptance strategies and compliance verification Technical Documentation & Reviews: Producing technical reports, presentations, and conducting reviews to ensure adherence to specifications and standards Technical Leadership & Guidance: Working independently under limited direction, resolving engineering issues, and providing guidance to the immediate team Maintain Contemporary Practices: Staying current with Model-Based Engineering, digital threads, cybersecurity, and safety procedures Your skills and experiences: Understands engineering principles and approaches underpinning design and development activities and be capable of systems thinking, applying holistic approaches to complex problems Demonstrates understanding, knowledge and experience of Systems Engineering with a focus on software-based product development including knowledge of appropriate Systems Engineering and Software Engineering standards (e.g. ISO 15288 and ISO 12207 respectively) Experience of working with large scale complex system designs Experience of multiple phases of an engineering lifecycle and good knowledge of lifecycle models (e.g. Waterfall, Agile) and associated tools (e.g. JIRA) Experience of presenting both technical and non-technical information in a formal setting 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 Modelling & Simulation Projects team: Were a team of around 150 training and systems engineering specialists with decades of experience delivering world-class naval training solutions for the Royal Navy. Our diverse workforce includes former RN officers, operators, and maintainers, alongside experts from the Army, RAF, MOD, academia, and industry. We shape training strategy, define requirements, and assure solutions that meet operational needs. We deliver end-to-end training management and technology solutions across the Defence training continuum, aligned with JSP 822 and JSP 939. From strategy and acquisition to integration and assurance, our products support training delivery, experimentation, and test & integration. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where youll be able to make a real difference. Youll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where youll 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. Closing Date: 6th March 2026 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. JBRP1_UKTJ
Role: Systems Integration Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness - Hybrid (Relocation assistance can be provided) Salary: 55,000 - 60,000 depending on experience Industry: Defence, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture Experienced Systems Integration Engineer needed in Barrow in Furness to work on cutting edge systems within the defence industry. This role presents an exciting opportunity for future progression with the successful candidate, developing to become the Platform Integration Lead for the Combat Systems Build, Integration and Test team in Barrow. What the role of the Systems Integration Engineer entails: Some of the main duties of the Systems Integration Engineer will include: Representing the Combat Systems team while collaborating with the platform teams in Barrow Design and compilation of technical specifications to deliver capabilities in supporting the IV&V strategy Collaborating with the Combat System domains engineering teams to ensure their systems can be integrated into the platform Planning the physical integration and test of systems containing electronic, mechanical and software sub-systems, understanding the potential impact on the whole boat and interfacing systems Taking accountability for technical work packages and Combat Systems (CS) equipment Leading Platform Integration meetings bringing together key stakeholders to understand technical and programmatic risks and developing action plans to resolve them Steering test systems development through implementation of best practice systems lifecycle processes Providing leadership, guidance and coaching to other engineers What experience you need to be the successful Systems Integration Engineer: Essential: Degree level qualification (or equivalent experience) in a relevant STEM subject (Engineering/ Physics/ Maths/ Science) Knowledge of the system engineering lifecycle with the ability to apply good systems engineering practices to your work Ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of technical and non-technical stakeholders, driving actions to completion Desirable: Awareness of Defence Standards and Industry standards whilst not essential would be an advantage Experience of submarine design or combat systems whilst not essential would be an advantage Benefits: Overtime, Private Healthcare,14% pension, 25 days holiday, free shares and more! This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Systems Integration Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Feb 19, 2026
Full time
Role: Systems Integration Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness - Hybrid (Relocation assistance can be provided) Salary: 55,000 - 60,000 depending on experience Industry: Defence, Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture Experienced Systems Integration Engineer needed in Barrow in Furness to work on cutting edge systems within the defence industry. This role presents an exciting opportunity for future progression with the successful candidate, developing to become the Platform Integration Lead for the Combat Systems Build, Integration and Test team in Barrow. What the role of the Systems Integration Engineer entails: Some of the main duties of the Systems Integration Engineer will include: Representing the Combat Systems team while collaborating with the platform teams in Barrow Design and compilation of technical specifications to deliver capabilities in supporting the IV&V strategy Collaborating with the Combat System domains engineering teams to ensure their systems can be integrated into the platform Planning the physical integration and test of systems containing electronic, mechanical and software sub-systems, understanding the potential impact on the whole boat and interfacing systems Taking accountability for technical work packages and Combat Systems (CS) equipment Leading Platform Integration meetings bringing together key stakeholders to understand technical and programmatic risks and developing action plans to resolve them Steering test systems development through implementation of best practice systems lifecycle processes Providing leadership, guidance and coaching to other engineers What experience you need to be the successful Systems Integration Engineer: Essential: Degree level qualification (or equivalent experience) in a relevant STEM subject (Engineering/ Physics/ Maths/ Science) Knowledge of the system engineering lifecycle with the ability to apply good systems engineering practices to your work Ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of technical and non-technical stakeholders, driving actions to completion Desirable: Awareness of Defence Standards and Industry standards whilst not essential would be an advantage Experience of submarine design or combat systems whilst not essential would be an advantage Benefits: Overtime, Private Healthcare,14% pension, 25 days holiday, free shares and more! This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Systems Integration Engineer to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Senior Marine Design Engineer Southampton £50,000 - £65,000 + Package + Hybrid Working + Design Authority + Long-Term Stability + Pension + Holidays Secure your next move as a Senior Mechanical Marine Engineer within a privately owned, design-led naval architecture and marine engineering consultancy working at the upper end of complex vessel engineering click apply for full job details
Feb 16, 2026
Full time
Senior Marine Design Engineer Southampton £50,000 - £65,000 + Package + Hybrid Working + Design Authority + Long-Term Stability + Pension + Holidays Secure your next move as a Senior Mechanical Marine Engineer within a privately owned, design-led naval architecture and marine engineering consultancy working at the upper end of complex vessel engineering click apply for full job details
A leading defense contractor is seeking a Principal Naval Architect to analyze and evaluate submarine manoeuvring performances. The role involves developing mathematical models and collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative submarine solutions. Successful candidates should have a degree in Naval Architecture or a related field, along with experience in hydrodynamic design. The position offers a blend of hybrid working options, competitive benefits, and a chance to contribute to cutting-edge projects in the naval architecture domain.
Feb 15, 2026
Full time
A leading defense contractor is seeking a Principal Naval Architect to analyze and evaluate submarine manoeuvring performances. The role involves developing mathematical models and collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative submarine solutions. Successful candidates should have a degree in Naval Architecture or a related field, along with experience in hydrodynamic design. The position offers a blend of hybrid working options, competitive benefits, and a chance to contribute to cutting-edge projects in the naval architecture domain.
Role Overview We are seeking a Graduate Subsea Engineer to join our Subsea Engineering team. The Graduate Subsea Engineer will participate in PDi's 2-year graduate training scheme "PDInspire". The purpose of the scheme is to provide a structured platform for development and learning that will ensure a good start to the graduate's career and assist in the path towards becoming a chartered engineer (if desired). The supervised graduate programme comprises a combination of on-the-job assignments to ongoing projects and participation in internal and external structured training courses. About PDi Established in 2003, PDi Ltd is a trusted provider of project management, engineering consultancy, and technical secondment services to the energy sector. We specialise in delivering high-quality, practical solutions across topsides, subsea, decommissioning, and energy transition projects. With a strong track record supporting developers and operators, we help engineer and execute complex projects efficiently - meeting tight budgets and timelines from concept through to decommissioning. Our experienced team combines technical expertise with a pragmatic approach, ensuring innovative yet robust solutions tailored to evolving industry challenges. Following significant contract awards and continued growth, we are looking for skilled and motivated professionals to join our team. At PDi, you'll find a collaborative and supportive environment with the right balance of structure and autonomy to help you excel. What we can offer you Flexible working, you have the complete autonomy to choose your working pattern (this can be a blend of working from home and in our office) Opportunities to work on exciting, high-profile client projects both locally and internationally Inclusive working environment where support and mentoring are available to help you identify and achieve your career goals Development of on-the-job training and formal recognised qualifications to help you to advance your career Competitive benefits package tailored to suit your lifestyle Reports to Lead Project Engineer / Subsea Engineering Manager Key Responsibilities Working under close supervision of an assigned mentor, the responsibilities of the Graduate Subsea Engineer generally include, but are not limited to the following: Under the supervision of a Senior Engineer, assist in the delivery of project scopes of work Assistance with the preparation of tenders and proposals Participation in training & development modules Participation in client meetings Preparation of reports and presentations Performance of all activities in accordance with PDi policies, procedures and Quality Management System Participation in offshore campaigns, if required Completion of all modules of PDInspire Graduate Training Scheme The Graduate Engineer shall always demonstrate the appropriate level of professionalism when representing the company. Required Skills & Experience Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Strong organisational and administrative skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Attention to detail Qualifications University degree in Naval Architecture, Structural, Mechanical or Civil Engineering (BSc/BEng with honours, MEng or equivalent) PDi are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following: race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, (please note this is not exhaustive) or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
Feb 13, 2026
Full time
Role Overview We are seeking a Graduate Subsea Engineer to join our Subsea Engineering team. The Graduate Subsea Engineer will participate in PDi's 2-year graduate training scheme "PDInspire". The purpose of the scheme is to provide a structured platform for development and learning that will ensure a good start to the graduate's career and assist in the path towards becoming a chartered engineer (if desired). The supervised graduate programme comprises a combination of on-the-job assignments to ongoing projects and participation in internal and external structured training courses. About PDi Established in 2003, PDi Ltd is a trusted provider of project management, engineering consultancy, and technical secondment services to the energy sector. We specialise in delivering high-quality, practical solutions across topsides, subsea, decommissioning, and energy transition projects. With a strong track record supporting developers and operators, we help engineer and execute complex projects efficiently - meeting tight budgets and timelines from concept through to decommissioning. Our experienced team combines technical expertise with a pragmatic approach, ensuring innovative yet robust solutions tailored to evolving industry challenges. Following significant contract awards and continued growth, we are looking for skilled and motivated professionals to join our team. At PDi, you'll find a collaborative and supportive environment with the right balance of structure and autonomy to help you excel. What we can offer you Flexible working, you have the complete autonomy to choose your working pattern (this can be a blend of working from home and in our office) Opportunities to work on exciting, high-profile client projects both locally and internationally Inclusive working environment where support and mentoring are available to help you identify and achieve your career goals Development of on-the-job training and formal recognised qualifications to help you to advance your career Competitive benefits package tailored to suit your lifestyle Reports to Lead Project Engineer / Subsea Engineering Manager Key Responsibilities Working under close supervision of an assigned mentor, the responsibilities of the Graduate Subsea Engineer generally include, but are not limited to the following: Under the supervision of a Senior Engineer, assist in the delivery of project scopes of work Assistance with the preparation of tenders and proposals Participation in training & development modules Participation in client meetings Preparation of reports and presentations Performance of all activities in accordance with PDi policies, procedures and Quality Management System Participation in offshore campaigns, if required Completion of all modules of PDInspire Graduate Training Scheme The Graduate Engineer shall always demonstrate the appropriate level of professionalism when representing the company. Required Skills & Experience Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Strong organisational and administrative skills Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Attention to detail Qualifications University degree in Naval Architecture, Structural, Mechanical or Civil Engineering (BSc/BEng with honours, MEng or equivalent) PDi are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following: race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, (please note this is not exhaustive) or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
Feb 11, 2026
Full time
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 evaluations of submarine platforms manoeuvring performances from concept design to in-service support Undertaking the development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data Managing the generation of safe manoeuvring envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance You will be 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 and safe submarine solutions Supporting and conducting hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control , including test form development and post-trial data analysis Your skills and experiences Essential: Experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling 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 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. Closing Date : 17th March 2026 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.
