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Job Description Organisation: Defence Equipment &amp; Support Salary: £36,800-£39,800 per annum (plus generous benefits) Grade: Senior Technical Specialist I Working Pattern: Full time, Part time, Job Share, Flexible Working Contract Type: Permanent Summary At Defence Equipment &amp; Support (DE&amp;S), we supply and maintain vital equipment and services for the Royal Navy, British Army and Royal Air Force. Together, we deliver a vast range of essential defence programmes, and strive for what's next. Because it helps keep our military at the top of their game and our nation safe - for today, and tomorrow. We offer 25+ days' holiday, flexible and hybrid working, enhanced parental leave schemes, shopping discounts, and an exceptional employer pension contribution of 28.97%, to help make work work for you. Nationality, visas and vetting: We're unable to offer visa sponsorship. This role requires you to have lived in the UK for the last 5 years and obtain Security Check (SC) security clearance. Clearance must be obtained without any caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role you've been recruited for. If it isn't obtained, or is obtained but with caveats that prevent you from carrying out the role, any conditional offer made to you will be withdrawn. Obtaining SC security clearance can be a lengthy process, and we reserve the right to withdraw any conditional offer made if the necessary security clearance isn't obtained within 12 months. Job description Are you a naval architect inspired to work on cutting-edge defence projects? If so, we have an incredible opportunity for you to join Defence Equipment and Support (DE&amp;S). Here, you'll be at the forefront of naval architecture, solving unique technical challenges and collaborating with our partners to introduce new methods and technologies in support of the Royal Navy and Royal Fleet Auxiliary. You will become part of a dedicated team of engineers working on high-profile projects that deliver critical defence capabilities. Managed within a specialist skills group, you will be assigned to projects based on priority and your individual development goals. Whether involved in ship acquisition or through-life support, you'll face high tempo naval architecture challenges. As a naval architect, you'll leverage your communication and influencing skills to build strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Your role will be crucial in obtaining and relaying information vital to our projects. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to travel to various UK locations, including naval vessels and military facilities. We champion flexible ways of working. Regular in-person attendance is required to promote the benefits of face-to-face collaboration alongside flexibility of hours to support work-life balance. Initially, you may be expected to attend more frequently to familiarise yourselves with the site, the team, and your role. What you'll be doing <ul> <li>Drafting or reviewing technical artefacts, models, layouts and reports as part of the assurance and acceptance process </li> <li>Carryingout inclining experiments, stability analysis, weight management, and other dockyard activities such as build surveillance</li> <li>Attending design reviews to provide guidance on integrating new equipment into ships</li> <li>Providing technical expertise for ship hydrodynamics, ship structures, seakeeping and/or escape and evacuation</li> <li>Utilising technical software tools such as Paramarine, to support stability plan approval and generate stability and/or structures operator guidance </li> <li>Collaborating with the Naval Authority and Technology Group (NATG) and Classification Societies to maintain certification </li> <li>Serving as the point of contact for naval architecture inquiries, attending working groups, and providing feedback to stakeholders, industry partners, and senior management </li> <li>Visiting shipyards for inspections, surveys and meetings </li></ul>Person specification To be successful with your application, you'll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria: <ul> <li>Relevant Level 4 (or higher) qualification or equivalent experience </li> <li>Technical experience in naval architecture and associated software tools </li> <li>Have experience of working in a team which involves a variety of stakeholders to make technical decisions and delivering shared goals</li></ul>In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview: <ul> <li>Application of Analytical Techniques</li> <li>Technical Decision Making</li> <li>Communicating and Influencing </li> <li>Seeing The Bigger Picture</li></ul>Benefits <ul> <li>25 days' annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King's birthday</li> <li>Flexible and hybrid working options</li> <li>Market-leading average employer pension contribution of 28.97%</li> <li>Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards</li> <li>Access to specialist training and funded qualifications</li> <li>Support for progression</li> <li>Huge range of discounts</li> <li>Volunteering days</li> <li>Enhanced parental leave schemes</li></ul>Improving innovation and enriching our culture, diversity of thought is vital to our success. So whether you're looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, bring your experiences and help deliver for the defence of tomorrow. Here you'll find a supportive, family-friendly organisation to be a part of - and if you need any assistance with your application, just let us know. Further Information <ul> <li>Candidate Information Pack: <a href="https://bit.ly/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/DES-Candidate-Information-Pack</a></li> <li>Terms and Conditions: <a href="https://bit.ly/DES-SDA-Terms-and-Conditions" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/DES-SDA-Terms-and-Conditions</a></li></ul>Any personal data that you provide during the Recruitment process will be treated in accordance with the MOD Privacy Notice which can be accessed here. Selection Process Details Your application will go through the following stages of assessment: <ol> <li>Pre-sift - We will check that you meet any essential or eligibility criteria that are listed in the Person Specification section of this advert. On your CV, please clearly show how you meet the essential criteria.</li> <li>Sift - Your CV will be assessed against the following categories, using a simple numerical scoring system: Key Achievements; Relevant Experience; Applied Knowledge and Skills. Please follow our guidance on CV writing for best chance of success.</li> <li>Interview - If you're invited to interview, you'll be assessed against the Sift categories listed above, as well as the Technical Competences and Behaviours listed in the Person Specification section of this advert.</li></ol> Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview. Offering at a lower level If you're not successful at interview, we may offer you a role at a lower level if this is a match for your skills and experience. If this applies to your application, you'll be scored against criteria for the lower-level role and offers will be made in merit order. If you accept this position, you'll be able to take advantage of opportunities to develop your career as part of our team. About Us Join an integral part of the UK's Defence and play your part in the procurement and in-service support of all our armed forces' equipment, from fighter jets, armoured vehicles and aircraft carriers, to clothing, food, and ammunition. If you have the pride, passion and commitment to be part of an exciting organisation at the forefront of supporting our country's armed forces to deliver on operations at home and abroad, then apply online now! About the Team Problem solvers. Innovative thinkers. Career returners and switchers. It takes all kinds of people to drive our engineering programmes forward. From cutting-edge engineering to battle-winning technologies, you'll help equip the UK Armed Forces with the edge to protect our nation. Engineering is the largest department within DE&amp;S - and it's one of the most fulfilling too. From managing technical risks, engineering resources and services, to defining and assuring best practice, our engineers are exemplars both within our organisation and our industry partners and professional bodies too. Join us and discover where your ambition could lead you. Please see the MOD Privacy notice which informs how we will use your personal data, explains your rights and gives you information you are entitled to under Data Protection legislation. Working for the Civil Service The Civil Service Code sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles. The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. Please click here to find out more. DE&amp;S/SDA and MOD Main internal applicants will need to apply through MyHR Internal Career Portal via the DE&amp;S/SDA jobs tile. This can be found on the MyHR home page. Please ensure you check your junk mail for email notifications from the DE&amp;S/SDA Talent Acquisition Team. To stop notifications being sent to your junk mail please add the following email address (<a href="mailto:emvz.fa.sender@workflow.g1mail.em1.ukg.oraclecloud.com" target="_blank">emvz.fa.sender@workflow.g1mail.em1.ukg.oraclecloud.com</a>) to the Safe Senders list in your email account.

Naval Architect

Title: Naval Architect Placement Year 2025 Role locations: Bristol Start Date: September 2025 Role Closing Date: Thursday 7th February 2025, although this role is on a rolling deadline and so we would encourage early applications Contract length: 10-12 months Who We Are? Frazer-Nash are a leading engineering, systems and technology consultancy. Through our meaningful innovations, our experts help organisations make lives safe, secure, sustainable and affordable. In a nutshell, engineering consultancy is all about providing advice to positively impact our clients' projects and businesses and the wider world around us. Why Frazer-Nash? Frazer-Nash embraces diversity, innovation, collaboration, and fulfilment as key elements of our inclusive culture. These themes underpin our continued success; helping us achieve sustainable business growth and providing ample opportunities for our people to develop their careers and to do things that really matter in the world. We have a comprehensive Early Careers package that will help you successfully integrate into our business and meet new colleagues from across the organisation - last year we had over 100 Graduates, interns and summer placements and we are looking for a similar sized cohort this year so you will be joining with a large and vibrant peer group. The Role: As a Naval Architect placement year student, you'll be part of the Marine Technology team that serves clients across Defence, the Royal Navy and the Commercial Marine industry: Some examples of the projects that our teams have been working on during the last year include: <ul><li>Conducting a safety hazard analysis to inform the design of a future attack submarine.</li></ul><ul><li>Undertaking a functional safety assessment of several CO2 firefighting system design options for a commercial cruise shipping company.</li></ul><ul><li>Exploring options for the Royal Navy's adoption of future fuels across the surface fleet with a focus on the achievement of Net Zero.</li></ul>We're looking for people who can become: We are interested in hearing from ambitious, dynamic, high calibre students who share our vision and want to kick start their career in the maritime sector. <ul><li>A team player: with the ability to work effectively with others.</li></ul><ul><li>A problem solver: with the ability to critically question what you see, make logical decisions, overcoming technical challenges.</li></ul><ul><li>An effective communicator: with the ability to communicate by providing coherent professional advice, both verbal and written"</li></ul><ul><li>A self-starter: we want you to show initiative and the willingness to take on new challenges, with the ability to manage varied demands and workload.</li></ul><ul><li>A multi-tasker: with the ability to manage your own time to juggle competing demands to meet challenging deadlines.</li></ul><ul><li>Enthusiasm: We want you to share our passion for engineering within the maritime sector.</li></ul>You'll also need to be on track to obtain a 2:1 degree classification in Naval Architecture. Due to the nature of the work that Frazer-Nash Consultancy undertake, candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment screening and must be able to satisfy clearance criteria for UK National Security Vetting. Our recruitment process: Step 1: Application - CV submission Step 2: Measure Potential - Arctic Shores' task-based assessment. You will be asked to complete some exciting, engaging tasks which will enable us to get to know you better! In return, you'll receive a personalised feedback report. Step 3: Video Interview - Situation based &amp; technical questions that are related to the important criteria needed to be successful on the role. Step 4: Explore Interview - This one-hour virtual/in-person interview includes the opportunity to learn about what we do and find out more about what a career at Frazer-Nash has to offer. You will also be asked a combination of competency and technical questions. Step 5: Decision/Feedback - You will receive feedback no matter the outcome of your final interview. Here's what we offer: <ul><li>The opportunity to join and learn with a team that's both enthusiastic and encouraging.</li></ul><ul><li>An attractive salary: £25,000 pro rata</li></ul><ul><li>25 days holiday + the opportunity to buy 5 days.</li></ul><ul><li>A company that has its heart in the right place and a welcoming work culture.</li></ul><ul><li>Hybrid working with flexibility around life outside of work.</li></ul><ul><li>Company pension scheme.</li></ul><ul><li>Private healthcare membership + wellbeing support.</li></ul><ul><li>Bonus scheme linked into company performance.</li></ul><ul><li>Support and mentoring on route to achieving professional accreditation.</li></ul><ul><li>Paid membership fees to a professional institution.</li></ul><ul><li>Early career teams and office socials.</li></ul>And a whole host more... Our benefits and offerings may change, subject to the terms of the contract you are entering into Frazer-Nash. Equal Opportunities Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply, as we believe that diversity and inclusion are fundamental to creating a dynamic and thriving workplace culture.

Naval Architect Placement Year 2025

Overview Expleo is a trusted partner for end-to-end, integrated engineering, quality services and management consulting for digital transformation. We help businesses harness unrelenting technological change to successfully deliver innovations that will help them gain a competitive advantage and improve the everyday lives of people around the globe. We have a number of exciting on-going projects with clients across both commercial &amp; naval marine domains and are seeking to expand our existing Naval Architecture capability. As a Naval Architect every day at Expleo will be out of the ordinary and will require you to be dynamic and responsive to changes in technology, innovation, and client requirements. You will have the opportunity to get involved in concept surface &amp; sub-surface vessel design, complex engineering design &amp; analysis tasks, the creation of new &amp; innovative tools &amp; processes, the delivery of engineering consultancy services, and the development of decarbonisation solutions &amp; other emerging technologies across a wide range of global maritime programmes. We will offer successful candidates the opportunity to work in a hybrid arrangement, providing more options to balance their work and personal life whilst ensuring business needs are achieved. Your primary place of work could be one of our three main UK office locations (Bristol, Derby or Preston) and occasional travel to client sites will be required, dependent upon project. Responsibilities <ul><li>Apply &amp; continue to develop a breadth of engineering skills, in the discipline of Naval Architecture and where applicable, other related disciplines.</li><li>Define &amp; conduct specific engineering analysis and project management techniques and keep abreast of emerging technologies that could improve the company and/or client processes &amp; outputs.</li><li>Investigate &amp; solve complex technical problems in concept, basic &amp; detailed design phases.</li><li>Develop &amp; maintain written technical and administrative procedures, standards, processes, practices, guidelines, and standards.</li><li>Interface directly with our customers and clients, representing our teams to discuss engineering solutions to complex problems.</li></ul>Qualifications <ul><li>Degree qualified in a relevant STEM discipline (e.g., Naval Architecture, Ship Science, Marine Technology, Marine Engineering), or equivalent experience in the naval and commercial ship design, construction, or maintenance domain.</li><li>Member of a relevant engineering institution (e.g., RINA, IMarEST, IMechE, IET).</li></ul>Essential skills <ul><li>Missing skills or experience? Let us be the judge! At Expleo we are passionate about people; we recognise that technology moves quickly and that no one can learn everything, which is why we seek those who can adapt and demonstrate the aptitude to learn. With enthusiasm and the right attitude, we can help you discover your potential.</li><li>A readiness to grow &amp; develop your technical &amp; behavioural competence to operate at the cutting edge of your discipline.</li><li>The drive to work in a collaborative environment with a natural curiosity and continuous improvement approach, challenging yourself and others to find new solutions.</li></ul>Desired skills <ul><li>An understanding of the role of a Naval Architect and design codes &amp; standards throughout all stages of the equipment lifecycle.</li><li>The motivation to excel and achieve professional recognition, accreditation &amp; progression.</li></ul>Experience <ul><li>The successful candidate will ideally have a minimum of 2 years post-graduate experience (6 years for non-degree qualified) working in either the commercial or naval maritime domain</li><li>Experienced in at least one of the following key technical knowledge areas:<ul><li>Hydrostatic, seakeeping &amp; stability analysis.</li><li>Propulsion, resistance, and powering requirements.</li><li>Hydrodynamic &amp; manoeuvring analysis.</li><li>Marine structure design &amp; analysis.</li><li>Ship design; including hull form, superstructure, arrangement &amp; outfitting</li></ul></li><li>Experience of using Naval Architecture design &amp; analysis software packages (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, MaxSurf, NAPA, Aveva, Paramarine, Orcaflex, Ansys Structural/Fluent, MatLab, MS Excel).</li><li>Experience of working in small multi-discipline teams with an ability to communicate effectively.</li></ul>What do I need before I apply <ul><li>The post will be based in an environment regulated by Trade Control legislation and involve working with controlled goods, technology and/or services.</li><li>We are interested in engaging with all candidates with the necessary experience, however it should be noted that naval projects may be subject to initial security considerations (e.g., sole UK nationality and eligible for 'Security Check' (SC) or 'Developed Vetting' (DV) security clearance). </li></ul>Benefits <ul><li>Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges </li><li>We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects </li><li>Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses </li><li>Competitive company benefits </li><li>Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo </li></ul>#LI-DS1 <ul><li>As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:</li><ul><li>Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible</li><li>Communicating and promoting vacancies</li><li>Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job</li><li>Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required</li><li>Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people</li></ul></ul>"We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age". We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive

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