Overview
At Defence Equipment & Support (DE&S) we supply and maintain vital equipment and services for the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force. Together we deliver a vast range of essential defence programmes and strive to keep our military at the top of their game and our nation safe.
Responsibilities
* Apply legislation, policy, and standards to guarantee safety, security, environmental compliance, and interoperability across systems.
* 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.
Qualifications
* Have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and obtain Security Check (SC) security clearance without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role. The clearance must be obtained within 12 months.
* Hold a Science, Technology, Engineering, and/or Mathematics based qualification at RQF Level 4 (Lead criterion).
* Demonstrate wide-ranging depth and breadth experience of providing technical advice and leading the delivery of successful Naval Architecture outcomes.
* Belong to a relevant professional body/institution and be registered as either an Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or higher, or an Incorporated Marine Engineer (IMarEng) or higher.
* Alternative qualifications: SCQF or international equivalent backed up by a statement of comparability from UK ENIC.
Benefits
* £46,400 per annum (pro rata) plus generous 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.
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