Naval Architect

At BAE Systems Australia

• Do interesting work that MATTERS
• ENJOY what you do
• GROW your career
• Be YOU

We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world’s most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.

Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.

About the OPPORTUNITY –

We have an exciting opportunity for a Naval Architect to join our Hunter Class Frigate Program based at Osborne, SA, reporting to the Production Design – Engineering Manager Maritime and working closely under the Principal Naval Architect.

This is a long-term opportunity to build into. You will be responsible for working on complex tasks related to the Naval Architecture discipline in the context of ‘Shipbuilder Naval Architect’, which involves translation of design requirements into processes and procedures to enable production and test teams, covering weight monitoring, stability analysis, manoeuvring and seakeeping analysis, launching, docking and undocking calculations.

This role will see you:

• Utilise design capture and analysis tools effectively to produce high quality designs and interpret data from shipbuilder for analysis of results
• Utilise test tools effectively to undertake test, integration and verification including diagnosing problems and analysing results
• Design and develop systems related to structural analysis, weight and moment control, ship launch operations, docking operations, in-water stability management, sea trials and more.

For this role you can either have recently graduated with some experience working in the field or be an experienced professional looking to enhance your career.

We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight.

About YOU

• Bachelor’s degree in Naval Architecture
• Knowledge and experience in marine design and analysis using associated tools, e.g. Finite Element Modelling (FEM) such as HyperWorks, stability analysis (e.g. Maxsurf), CAD (e.g. Rhino) etc.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a collaborative mindset
• Strong communication skills for cross-functional team integration
• A current NV1 Clearance or eligibility to obtain
• Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic in Arms (ITAR) regulations

We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don’t tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don’t meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.

About US

You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.

Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.

As Australia’s largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.

BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.

We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.

We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.

Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.

To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au

Clearances

As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.

International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.