Naval Architect - Submarine Propulsion & Stability

Abbey Wood - Onsite
Up to 775pd Umbrella
Active SC required - DV clearance is highly desirable

We are seeking an experienced Naval Architect to join the Submarine Naval Architecture team within the Naval Authority & Technology Group team. The role focuses on submarine propulsor, stability, and hydromechanics, providing technical leadership, assurance, and subject matter expertise in support of safe and capable submarine platforms.

You will act as a key authority within your discipline, supporting certification activities, shaping long-term R&D strategy, and contributing to standards and guidance across defence programmes.

• Develop and maintain technical expertise in submarine stability and propulsor systems

• Manage the MSCA Propulsion capability area, including long-term capability development

• Act as Propulsor TCG Lead, defining and managing the strategy for propulsor-related R&D

• Chair the Propulsor Working Group, develop Propulsor SQEP, and provide SME guidance to delivery teams

• Conduct second-party assurance reviews for the Stability Key Hazard Area, acting as a Naval Authority Reviewing Officer

• Act as NARO, or provide guidance until formal NARO delegation is achieved, for Submarine Stability

• Support R&D activities in submarine hydromechanics to ensure vessel safety and operational capability

• Develop, maintain, and update technical guidance, Defence Standards, MAPs, and DSA rules

• Lead and mentor graduate Naval Architects undertaking placements within the team

• Manage international taskings and collaborative projects, including travel where required

• Support wider business management activities, including project management, commercial input, and financial responsibilities

Management of MSCA Propulsion Capability Area:

• TCG / QTR summary presentations

• CASP and TAF documentation

• MoD-endorsed Propulsion milestones

NARO Responsibilities - KHA Submarine Stability:

• NARO review documentation

• NAF documentation supporting certification activities

• Qualified Naval Architect (Master's degree or equivalent experience)

• Proven experience in submarine hydrodynamics

• Experience with ship or submarine propulsion systems, including verification and validation (V&V) techniques

• Knowledge of acoustic theory and measurement techniques

• Professional registration such as CEng and/or MRINA

• Hybrid and flexible working can be considered; however, regular onsite attendance is required to access SECRET material

• Must be eligible for access to SUKEO data

• DV clearance is highly desirable