SDA Lead Engineer

MOD Abbey Wood, Filton, Bristol, Avon BS34 8JH

The Submarine Delivery Agency (SDA) is a part of the Ministry of Defence responsible for the procurement, in-service support, and disposal of the UK’s nuclear submarines. Our work is of unparalleled strategic importance nationally and internationally, ensuring the security of the UK’s continuous at-sea nuclear deterrent, and delivering some of the most technically complex programmes in defence.

As part of a diverse and inclusive workforce, our team will find a community to belong to – whether that’s alongside project teams with a shared vision or as part of an employee network of like-minded individuals. We believe that, by celebrating different backgrounds and different perspectives, together we’ll achieve the extraordinary.

Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career in the defence industry? Do you have the skills, experience and passion to support a tri-national, conventionally armed nuclear-powered submarine? If so, we’re looking for a Lead Engineer to join our SDA AUKUS team at MOD Abbey Wood, Bristol.  

The defence partnership between Australia, the United Kingdom and the United States (AUKUS), will see the first generation of AUKUS nuclear submarines built in the UK equipped for intelligence, surveillance, undersea warfare and strike missions. The aim is to successfully develop and demonstrate a range of underwater capabilities that are crucial to ensuring safety and security in the region and more broadly.  

You will be working across three time zones including Australia, United States (US) and United Kingdom (UK) and as such attracts night allowances. You will also have the opportunity to travel to other submarine establishments across the UK and overseas travel on occasion. Please note, applicants should live within commuting distance of Filton, Bristol as this job requires to be onsite a minimum of two days per week.

Due to security, this role is reserved for sole UK nationals or Dual UK nationals limited to Australian and US and you will be required to undertake Developed Vetting clearance once in the post.

Responsibilities

• Interface with US and Australian peers on defining AUKUS technical authority and engineering requirements
• Support the development of the technical options to meet the AUKUS production and transportation requirements
• Work with the trilateral Working Groups to take forward technical and engineering work packages
• Liaising with SDA teams, namely Submersible Ship (Nuclear) (SSN) AUKUS, to develop how the current capability and technical insertion capability
• Support the development of Regulatory, Safety and Environmental aspects, focused on nuclear submarine requirements

To be successful with your application, you’ll need to show that you meet the following essential criteria:

• Relevant Level 6 (Degree or higher) qualification or equivalent experience
• Chartered or Incorporated Engineer or has demonstrated equivalent knowledge, skills and experience
• Expertise in a maritime submarine acquisition and in-service organisation
• Experience interfacing with international programmes

In addition to the responsibilities above, the following technical competences and behaviours will be assessed at interview:

• Technical Requirements, Evaluation and Acceptance – Expert
• Technical Decision Making – Expert
• Leadership
• Communicating and Influencing

• 25 days’ annual leave +1 day a year up to 30 days, 8 bank holidays and a day off for the King’s birthday
• Flexible and hybrid working wherever possible, to support your work-life balance (though some attendance to the stated site is required)
• Market-leading employer pension contribution of around 27%
• Annual performance-based bonus and recognition awards
• Access to specialist training and funded professional qualifications
• Support for progression
• Huge range of discounts
• Volunteering days
• Enhanced parental leave schemes

We believe in creating an inclusive environment where our people can grow, thrive, and be their authentic selves. We value diversity of thought and the ways in which it enriches our culture and our work. So whether you’re looking for a new opportunity, a next step, or a helping hand as you return from a career break, 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

More information can be found below:

• SDA benefits: https://bit.ly/3ne9QTm
• Further Information: https://bit.ly/3K26Xhl
• Terms and Conditions: https://bit.ly/3yUwcM1

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Job contact :

• Name : Christos Nakoutsis- DE&S Talent Acquisition Specialist
• Email : christos.nakoutsis100@mod.gov.uk

Recruitment team

• Email : christos.nakoutsis100@mod.gov.uk