Senior Stealth Engineer – Computation Fluid Dynamics

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Stealth Engineer – Computation Fluid Dynamics

Location: Barrow-in-Furness, onsite.

We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role

Salary: Negotiable dependant on experience

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.

Job Description:

As a Senior Stealth Engineer You’ll work at the forefront of stealth innovation, contributing directly to the design and performance of future submarine platforms.

Core duties:

• Support the Principal Engineer – Numerical Modelling with the development of the Stealth Engineering CFD capability
• Running and interpreting CFD simulations to assess fluid dynamics and their impact on acoustic and non-acoustic signatures
• Supporting concept development, design iterations, and verification activities using commercial CFD tools
• Preparing technical reports and presenting findings to internal teams and stakeholders
• Working closely with engineers from other disciplines to integrate CFD insights into whole-platform solutions
• Assisting in the development of testing strategies and experimental validation where appropriate

Essential Skills:

• Degree in a STEM discipline, such as Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Physics, or Mathematics
• Experience using CFD software (such as ANSYS Fluent, STAR-CCM+, or OpenFOAM)
• Strong understanding of fluid mechanics
• The ability to interpret and communicate multi-layered data clearly
• A self-motivated approach

The Stealth Engineering Department (NAVED):

From early concept work to full platform assessment, you’ll contribute across the entire submarine lifecycle. This role offers hands-on experience with high-performance computing (HPC) systems and advanced CFD tools.

We offer relocation support across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria.

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.

Closing Date: 30th April 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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