Overview
Principal Naval Architect (Farnborough)
Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Bristol, Portsmouth or Frimley. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements; please speak to your recruiter about options for this role.
Responsibilities
* Conduct analysis and evaluation of submarine platforms manoeuvring performance from concept design to in-service support
* Undertake development, verification and validation of mathematical manoeuvring model using physical model test data
* Generate Safe Manoeuvring Envelopes and the supporting operator guidance
* Collaborate with enterprise partners to develop modelling capability, processes and toolsets for major programmes
* Work with 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
* Support and conduct hydrodynamic sea trials such as depth and heading control, including test form development and post-trial data analysis
Qualifications
Essential:
* Experience in generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling
* Advanced numeracy and analytical skills
* 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 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 work with a team of Naval Architecture and Whole Boat Design experts on some of the UK’s largest submarine design and build programmes for the Royal Navy and Royal Australian Navy. We offer relocation support packages across Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria.
Why BAE Systems?
This is a place where you can make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity and merit, and empowers you to fulfil your potential. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect performance in assessments, please speak to your recruiter about reasonable adjustments.
Some roles at BAE Systems are subject to security and export control restrictions. These may limit eligibility based on nationality, birth place, or other factors. All applicants must achieve at least Baseline Personnel Security Standard; higher levels of National Security Vetting may apply.
Important information
Closing Date: 1st September 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
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