Overview
Associate Naval Architect position at QinetiQ, Gosport (Haslar Marine Technology Park). 37 hours per week with hybrid working patterns. Competitive salary + benefits.
Role
Delivery of hydrodynamic testing and design consultancy services to the UK Ministry of Defence and commercial customers. Focus areas include hull model design and manufacture, propeller design and manufacture, resistance and propulsion experiments, and cavitation experiments. Opportunities to be involved in ship and submarine stability, seakeeping, manoeuvring and control within the Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering group.
Responsibilities
* Plan and lead the technical delivery of programmes of work, such as hydrodynamic simulations/experiments of ships and submarines in support of design and operation
* Breakdown complex tasks and then execute the planned schedule of work
* Work with project managers to track progress, assign tasks and supervise the technical delivery team
* Participate in business development activities through engagement with customers and provision of technical delivery plans and resource requirements to the bidding team
* Act as a peer or independent reviewer for other projects or programmes of work, where suitable
* Deliver technical presentations in external forums, such as conferences and customer meetings
Essential experience
* Understanding of engineering equivalent to a BEng/MEng in Naval Architecture or Mechanical Engineering
* Understanding of marine hydrodynamics or aerodynamics
* Knowledge of data analysis; programming (e.g., Matlab) is desirable
* Knowledge of computational fluid dynamics (CFD) and finite element analysis (FEA) is desirable
* Experience with Stereoscopic Particle Image Velocimetry desirable (Stereo PIV)
Essential qualifications
We value difference and welcome applicants with the required level of experience and willingness to learn, regardless of background or education.
Location and working pattern
Based at Haslar, Gosport. 37 hours per week. Hybrid working patterns available.
Benefits
* Matched contribution pension scheme, with life assurance
* Generous holiday allowance, with option to purchase additional days
* Health Cash Plan, Private Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance
* Employee discount portal: Personal Accident Insurance, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Cinema Tickets and more
* Support for Armed Forces community and Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold
* Volunteering opportunities
Recruitment and security
All applicants must be eligible for SC clearance. National security vetting may be required; some roles have additional restrictions. The recruitment process is inclusive and reasonable adjustments are available if needed.
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