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Job Advert Naval Architect Permanent position Westway, Glasgow The Role: To provide Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering expertise in support of JFDs design activities from concept design, through to engineering release for manufacture, as well as providing support for mobilising equipment for both planned exercises and in the event of emergency call outs globally. The role will be delivering engineering solutions that comply with JFDs engineering strategy, governance framework and processes as well as meeting safety, cost, quality, schedule, and compliance requirements. Key Duties and Responsibilities: • Assess technical queries and provide engineering design input to new products and support existing product range., • Liaise with internal JFD departments such as sales, procurement, and production to ensure the best technical solution is provided in all instances., • Sourcing suitable components and materials when required and creation of part numbers and bill of materials., • Creation of engineering documentation such as specifications, proposals, assembly instructions, test procedures, certification and reports., • Checking detailed manufacturing drawings and documentation and adherence to company standards and processes and compliance to internal and external standards & regulations., • Ensuring engineering solutions are provided on time and on budget., • Site visits to other JFD offices and client assets as and when required., • Accountability and responsibility as technical checker of drawings and documentation generated in support of the Mechanical Engineer role. What were looking for: You will be a natural problem-solver with excellent written and verbal communication along with efficient organisational skills. You will have excellent attention to detail and the ability to adapt to changing scope or client demands with the willingness to take ownership and accountability of tasks and drive to completion. Methodical and thorough whilst generating and checking documentation whilst being delivery focused and able to produce results in challenging technical environments. You will also need the ability to coach, mentor and develop talent, allowing them to shine independently. Key skills, knowledge and experience: • Degree qualified in a relevant engineering discipline or relevant industry experience., • Post-graduate or professional qualification, e.g., Chartered Engineer status, desirable., • Perform structural design and analysis., • Expertise in trim and stability analyses., • Experience performing analyses of hull forms with knowledge of stability, hydrodynamic performance and seakeeping predictions., • Expertise in deck Layouts / Load out plans., • Experience with Product Lifecycle Management system for generating and storage of engineering packages., • Design integration, coordinating inputs from other engineering disciplines., • Develop concepts and perform feasibility design studies., • Review / approval of Naval Architecture deliverables prior to release to client or for manufacture., • Perform ship general arrangements and configuration drawings., • Previous experience working on submersibles would be advantageous., • Support the preparation of class submittals., • Previous experience of mobilising / de-mobilising of equipment would be advantageous., • Familiar with international Quality and Safety standards (ISO 9001, 45001 etc.), • Ability to apply regulatory body rules (Class Standards, LR, DNV, National Standards, IMCA), ship specifications, and other technical guidance to develop conforming designs and modifications to ships and submersible vehicles. Why join us? Competitive benefits tailored to the division. Opportunities for career growth and visibility across the organisation. A supportive, inclusive culture that values your ideas and contributions. Work that truly makes a difference in safety, innovation, and global capability. About Us: James Fisher is a global engineering services company with over 50 years of experience delivering complex offshore energy projects in some of the worlds most challenging environments. We operate across Energy, Defence, and Maritime Transport, leveraging cutting-edge technology and deep expertise to support the full lifecycle of our customers assets. Who we are: JFD is the world leading underwater capability provider, serving the commercial and defence markets with innovative diving, submarine and hyperbaric rescue, technical solutions and services. Operating worldwide, the company is the worlds leading provider of submarine rescue capability and an established provider of submarine escape training. The company is at the forefront of Hyperbaric Rescue, along with being the leading supplier of commercial and defence diving equipment and saturation diving systems to the commercial industry. Visit our website at: For more information about our values and behaviours, follow the link: About us | James Fisher and Sons plc If this sounds like the ideal next step in your career, then click apply now! Due to the volume of applications, we receive for our vacancies, on occasion applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment. James Fisher and Sons are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications for candidates from all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success depends on our talented and diverse workforce.

Job Title: Principal Systems Engineer Location: Portsmouth Naval Base On site Salary: Up to £58,000 depending on skills and experience + 10% bonus Who we are: Join BAE Systems and youll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, youll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. Youll 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, theres no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you. What youll be doing: In this position you will be applying Systems Thinking to understand the wider problem space, manage constraints and emergent behaviours, and balance key trade-offs while shaping Architecture & Interfaces that define how systems work and interact. You will deliver strong Requirements Leadership and Management by capturing, decomposing and agreeing requirements, maintaining traceability and managing change. The role will champion Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) by modelling system behaviour, structure and interfaces, ensuring modelling standards are followed, and generating controlled outputs that support design, verification and validation. In addition, you will also apply Problem Decomposition & Complexity Management to break down multi-domain challenges, visualise dependencies and maintain structured decision records throughout delivery. You will contribute to Lifecycle Delivery & Systems Integration by tailoring lifecycle processes, planning integration when required, and preparing for design and test reviews. Service Hub Collaboration will be a requirement, involving close engagement with Asset Management Service Hubs to tailor and deliver systems engineering capabilities and services. Through strong Technical Expertise & Leadership, you will lead reviews, manage risks and issues, ensure governance and safety expectations are met, and deliver work packages to cost, schedule and quality. You will also mentor and coach engineers, promote systems engineering best practices and exemplify BAE Systems behaviours and ways of working. Essential skills: • Youll have strong experience of applying systems engineering across the lifecycle, including requirements management, architecture definition, integration, MBSE and V&V, • Youll have experience of using high level design methodologies and architectures (e.g. UAF, NAF, TOGAF, SysML, UML) and practical capability in MBSE, using tools such as Enterprise Architect to model system behaviour, structure and interfaces. Additionally, you will have experience using requirements and interface management toolsets (e.g., DOORS), maintaining traceability and controlling system interfaces, • Youll have knowledge of applying Systems Engineering standards and principles including ISO 15288, • Youll have exposure to system integration and verification activities to ensure functional and performance needs are met This position sits within the Systems Engineering Hub, which is part of the Warship Technical Authority (WTA) Service Hub. The WTA aims to deliver Naval whole ship, systems and equipment engineering support and change management. The position will be part of a high performing Systems Engineering team, which works across the Maritime and Land Defence Solutions business unit. They will be required to lead and manage the delivery of on-going contracted workstreams and deliver tailored systems engineering services to the Asset Management Service Hubs, which comprises of warship Platform Management, Maintenance Management, Supply Chain, Data and Digital Services. The Principal Systems Engineer provides technical leadership, acts as a technical authority within their scope, engages with customers and suppliers, and mentors engineers to build capability across projects and teams. As a Principal Systems Engineer you will support the delivery of one or more of the core WTA service elements; Design Change Management, Platform Technical Assurance, Material State Management, Obsolescence Management, Specialist Engineering Support, Future Support and Transformation Planning. Why BAE Systems? Here youll 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. Youll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to whats 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: Were 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: 14th 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. #LI-RB1 #LI-Onsite JBRP1_UKTJ

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