Principal Naval Architect

Salary: £40,000 - 70,000 per year

Requirements

• We require prior experience in the generation of ship or submarine manoeuvring modelling.
• We require a strong understanding of hydrodynamic principles and methods.
• We require a degree in Naval Architecture, Aeronautical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or relevant equivalent experience.
• We require applicants to meet security and export control restrictions applicable to the role.
• We require all applicants to achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard, and some roles may require higher levels of National Security Vetting and continuous UK residency.

Responsibilities

• We will have you conduct analysis and evaluations of submarine platform manoeuvring performance from concept design through to in-service support.
• We will have you develop, verify, and validate mathematical manoeuvring models using physical model test data.
• We will have you work with enterprise partners to develop modelling capabilities, processes, and toolsets.
• We will have you collaborate with Naval Architect teams and customers to deliver innovative and safe submarine solutions.
• We will have you support and conduct hydrodynamic sea trials.
• We will have you work across Naval Architecture and the Whole Boat Design Team on major, complex submarine design and build programmes.

Technologies

• Architect
• Support
• Network
• Security

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We are BAE Systems, and as part of our global colleague network you will contribute your skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. We deliver advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace, and security solutions that help shape a safer future. This Senior/Principal Naval Architect role sits within our Vehicle Control Team and is based in Barrow-in-Furness, Bristol, Portsmouth, or Frimley, with hybrid and flexible working arrangements available. We also offer relocation support packages across all Submarine roles, subject to eligibility, and we are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported, with rewards, wellbeing support, and a balanced lifestyle.

last updated 32 week of 2026