Undergraduate Naval Architect

Length of placement: 12 months

Job title: Undergraduate Submarines Naval Architect

Location: Barrow (Cumbria). We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – however for this role you will be expected to attend your site up to 5 days per week.

Salary: £25,900

End date: 16th June 2028

Who we are 

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role Description 

Join us in shaping the future of submarine design. Work alongside experienced engineers on complex and cutting edge programmes developing skills in areas such as hydrodynamics, stability and manoeuvrability and turning calculations into real world solutions. You will be contributing to solutions for engineering challenges demanding creativity and problem solving. You will be involved in the design of a complex engineering platform as well as supporting key evolutions across the shipyard, supporting the submarine delivery from concept design through to launch.

Core Duties  

• Support submarine development by working with stakeholders including MOD and external suppliers to understand and agree engineering and design requirements.
• Participate in design working groups to support the design of hull forms and other hydrodynamic aspects.
• Undertake analyses and calculations relating to structural analysis, stability and manoeuvrability.
• Provide guidance and support on the Naval Architecture design across submarine programmes.
• Support a wide range of activities including concept upgrade design, detailed design, docking, and through-life maintenance and support.

The Submarine Team 

Be a part of designing, building, testing, and commissioning the Astute and Dreadnought Class, the largest and most advanced submarines operated by the Royal Navy, providing a powerful and secure deterrent for the United Kingdom.

Why BAE Systems

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do. 

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

As a minimum requirement you’ll need to be on track to obtain, a 2:2 Bachelor’s degree or a pass at Master’s level in the following subjects: Naval Architecture, Marine Technology, Ships Science, Ocean Engineering or closely related STEM subjects.

21st June 2027

12 months