Naval Architect – Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S)
Salary: £46,400 per annum (plus generous benefits). Grade: Professional II (PII). Working Pattern: Full time, Part time, Job Share, Flexible Working. Contract: Permanent.
Organisation: Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S).
Job Description
At DE&S we supply and maintain vital equipment and services for the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force. We deliver a vast range of essential defence programmes and strive for the next generation of capability. You will be part of a dedicated team of engineers tackling unique technical challenges and introducing innovative methods and technologies to support naval operations.
What you’ll be doing
* Apply legislation, policy and standards to guarantee safety, security, environmental compliance and interoperability across systems in a highly regulated environment.
* Identify and analyse complex technical hazards and project impacts, contribute to risk reduction measures, and ensure these are fully documented and understood.
* Produce and review technical artefacts, models, layouts and reports as part of assurance and acceptance activities.
* Provide expert technical advice on ship structures, hydrostatics and hydrodynamics, supporting design decisions and assurance processes.
* Mentor and support the development of junior naval architects and entry-level talent.
* Collaborate closely with the Naval Authority and Technology Group (NATG) and Classification Societies to establish and maintain certification.
Person Specification
* Hold a Science, Technology, Engineering and/or Mathematics based qualification at RQF Level 4 (Lead criterion).
* Demonstrable wide-ranging depth and breadth experience of providing technical advice and leading the delivery of successful Naval Architecture outcomes.
* Be professionally registered as either:
o Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or higher.
o Incorporated Marine Engineering (IMarEng) or higher.
* Note: Alternatives to RQF listed above (which cover England, Wales and Northern Ireland only), is the Scottish SCQF or international equivalent qualification backed up by a statement of comparability from UK ENIC.
* In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:
o Core Behaviour 1: Making Effective Decisions – CSBC 3 (1st)
o Core Behaviour 2: Delivering at Pace – CSBC 3
o Technical Competence 1: ECF_01 (1.3) Suitable Systems and Systems Thinking – Practitioner level
o Technical Competence 2: ECF_03 (3.3) Supportable Technical Solutions – Practitioner level
Offered Benefits
* 25 days' annual leave + 1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King's birthday.
* Flexible and hybrid working options.
* Market‑leading average employer pension contribution of 28.97 %.
* Annual performance‑based bonus and recognition awards.
* Access to specialist training and funded qualifications.
* Support for progression.
* Huge range of discounts.
* Volunteering days.
* Enhanced parental leave schemes.
Further Information
* Civil Service Recruitment Principles: Recruitment Principles – Civil Service Commission
* Candidate Information Pack: Link
* Terms and Conditions: Link
* Civil Service Code: The Code – Civil Service Commission
Disability Confident
Please note as a Disability Confident Leader we want to ensure you receive any reasonable adjustments that you need throughout the recruitment process. If you do require any reasonable adjustments, you can let us know on your online application under the section 'Please indicate and give details of any reasonable adjustments you may require during the recruitment process.'
Conflicts Of Interest
The Ministry of Defence requires all candidates who are successful at interview to declare any outside interests. These declarations will be discussed with successful candidates following the interview process and before a formal offer of employment is made, as some outside interests may not be compatible with MOD civilian roles. This will not, in the majority of cases, prevent employment in MOD, but it is a measure that must be taken to ensure that appropriate mitigations can be put in place to manage any potential, perceived or actual conflicts of interest from the first day of employment.
Selection Process Details
* Pre‑sift – We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the essential criteria.
* Sift – Your CV will be assessed against the following categories, using a simple numerical scoring system: Key Achievements; Relevant Experience; Applied Knowledge and Skills. Please follow our guidance on CV writing for best chance of success.
* Interview – If you're invited to interview, you will be assessed against the Sift categories listed above, as well as the Technical Competences and Behaviours listed in the Person Specification section of this advert.
* In the event of a tied score at interview, the Order of Merit will be distinguished based on the ranking of the assessed behaviours and competencies below:
o 1st: Core Behaviour 1
o 2nd: Core Behaviour 2
o 3rd: Technical Competencies
o 4th: CV Review
* In the event of a further tie using the method above, we reserve the right to use the Lead criterion, and/or an additional assessment.
About Us
Join an integral part of the UK’s Defence and play your part in the procurement and in‑service support of all our armed forces' equipment, from fighter jets, armoured vehicles, aircraft carriers, to clothing, food and ammunition. If you have the pride, passion and commitment to be part of an exciting organisation at the forefront of supporting our country's armed forces to deliver on operations at home and abroad, then apply online now!
About The Team
Problem solvers. Innovative thinkers. Career returners and switchers. It takes all kinds of people to drive our engineering programmes forward. From cutting‑edge engineering to battle‑winning technologies, you will help equip the UK Armed Forces with the edge to protect our nation. Engineering is the largest department within DE&S – and it's one of the most fulfilling too. From managing technical risks, engineering resources and services, to defining and assuring best practice, our engineers are exemplars both within our organisation and our industry partners and professional bodies too. Join us and discover where your ambition could lead you.
Working for the Civil Service
The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles.
Internal Applicants
DE&S/SDA and MOD Main internal applicants will need to apply through MyHR Internal Career Portal via the DE&S/SDA jobs tile. This can be found on the MyHR home page. Please ensure you check your junk mail for email notifications from the DE&S/SDA Talent Acquisition Team. To stop notifications being sent to your junk mail please add the following email address (emvz.fa.sender@workflow.g1mail.em1.ukg.oraclecloud.com) to the Safe Senders list in your email account.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Maritime Transportation
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