[Urgent] Naval Architect

Leidos
Farnborough
1 month ago
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Description Naval Architect Location:Farnborough, with flexibility to work from home dependent onbusiness demandLooking for an opportunity to make an impact?..RoleOverview:We are seeking a Naval Architect to support thedevelopment of advanced Maritime platforms for the world’s mostdemanding customers.You will contribute to the design, analysis,and integration of cutting-edge naval vessels, many of which willbe optionally or entirely Autonomous, ensuring they meet stringentperformance, survivability, and operational requirements. This roleoffers the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile maritimeprograms and collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teamsat the cutting edge of this rapidly expanding field.Duties andResponsibilities:Lead and contribute to the design and developmentof maritime platforms, ensuring compliance with customerspecifications and regulatory standardsUse 3D CAD modelling toolsto develop concept, preliminary and detailed design solutions,working with the other design houses and shipbuildersConducthydrodynamic, structural, and stability analysis to optimise vesselperformance in challenging environmentsCollaborate with systemsengineers, mechanical engineers, and other stakeholders tointegrate propulsion, autonomy, Ai, weaponry and survivabilitytechnologiesUtilise digital modelling, simulation and other toolsto refine hull and propulsion efficiencySupport design reviews,prototyping, and testing of naval platformsEngage with supply chainpartners, shipbuilders, and government stakeholders to ensureeffective implementation of design requirementsStay updated onemerging naval architecture technologies and industry bestpracticesSkills Required:Experience in ship design, including hullform development, propulsion, and structural analysisProficiency inindustry-standard software for naval architecture (e.g.,Paramarine, Rhino, Maxsurf, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or SiemensNX)Knowledge of hydrodynamics, seakeeping, and stabilityprinciplesAwareness of Defence maritime regulations Ability towork in a multidisciplinary team and contribute to integratedmaritime system designsStrong analytical and problem-solvingskillsExcellent communication  Skills Desired:Experiencewith high-speed craft, amphibious operations, or militaryvesselsKnowledge of stealth technology, survivability enhancements,and autonomous maritime systemsTechnical writingabilities Clearance Requirements: Pre-screening to StartBPSS​Clearance for Role SCIntrigued? We’d love to hear fromyou...What we do for you:At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customersuccess, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. Weoffer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, andsupport for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthywork-life balance.We provide an employment package that attracts,develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward schemeincludes:•    Contributory PensionScheme•    Private Medical Insurance•   33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilegeholidays)•    Access to Flexible benefits (includinglife assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy andsell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)•   Dynamic Working Commitment to Diversity:We welcomeapplications from every part of the community and are committed toa truly diverse and inclusive culture.  We foster a sense ofbelonging, welcoming all perspectives and contributions, andproviding equal access to opportunities and resources foreveryone.  If you have a disability or need any reasonableadjustments during the application and selection stages please letus know, and we will respond in a way that best fits your needs.WhoWe Are:Leidos UK & EUROPE – we work to make theworld safer, healthier, and more efficient throughtechnology, engineering and science.Leidos is a growingcompany delivering innovative technology and solutions focused onsafeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontlineservices, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing someof the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government,safety and security, and transportation.What Makes UsDifferent:Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidosto keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront ofmachine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using yourskills in the technology frontline by helping to build a saferworld.  You can inspire change.Collaboration: havingflexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enablingyou to become part of our extraordinary team.  We have beenempowering our people to work flexibly for years.  Whether youwork from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give youthe digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and alignyour needs andours.          People:Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves andgives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilstdeveloping. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunitiesto grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we investin technical academies, career rotations and a career developmentplans that enhance your future. Original Posting:For U.S.Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidosreasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain openfor at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlierthan 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.PayRange:The Leidos pay range for this job level is a generalguideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (butare not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education,experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internalequity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement(if any), or other law.#Remote

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