Overview
Principal Naval Architect role at TieTalent
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 role.
Salary: Competitive.
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 models using physical model test data.
* Generate Safe Manoeuvring Envelopes and supporting associated operator guidance.
* Work with enterprise partners to develop the modelling capability, processes and toolsets for use to support major programmes.
* Collaborate with naval architecture teams, systems teams, Active Vehicle Control system teams, propulsion engineers, 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 the 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
Competitive pension scheme, employee share plans, 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 alongside 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 work on complex ship design and build programmes to deliver cutting-edge submarines to the Royal Navy and Royal Australian Navy. Relocation support packages are available across all Submarines roles, subject to eligibility criteria.
Why this employer?
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. If you have a disability or health condition that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about reasonable adjustments.
Please note that many roles are subject to security and export control restrictions. All applicants must meet Baseline Personnel Security Standard at minimum. Some roles require higher levels of National Security Vetting, which may require 5–10 years of UK residency for the checks.
Closing Date: 30 September 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications; please apply early if interested.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
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