• Lead the design and development of hull forms, structural layouts, and marine systems for uncrewed surface vehicles and other marine assets.
• Perform hydrodynamic and stability analyses to ensure vessels meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams—including systems, autonomy, and hardware engineers—to integrate propulsion, control, and payload systems into vessel designs.
• Oversee structural design and material selection for strength, weight optimization, and manufacturability, ensuring compliance with relevant classification and safety standards.
• Conduct design reviews, performance assessments, and failure analyses to continuously improve vessel reliability and endurance.
• Develop detailed 3D models, drawings, and documentation to support prototype builds, testing, and production.
• Support field testing and trials, validating vessel performance and stability under real-world operating conditions, and incorporating feedback into iterative design improvements.
• Engage in innovative R&D efforts to push the boundaries of naval architecture for autonomous and hybrid-powered marine systems.

Qualifications And Experience

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Naval Architecture, Marine Engineering, Ocean Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in vessel design, hydrodynamics, or marine systems engineering—experience with uncrewed or autonomous surface vessels (USVs) is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of marine design principles including hull form development, resistance and propulsion, seakeeping, and structural design.
• Proficiency with CAD and marine design software (e.g., Rhino, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Maxsurf, Orca3D, or similar).
• Familiarity with simulation tools for CFD, FEA, or stability analysis.
• Experience collaborating in multidisciplinary engineering environments, ideally involving robotics or autonomy integration.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to innovation and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• A dynamic and fast-paced environment working on state-of-the-art UxV technology.
• Opportunities for career growth in a high-tech, innovative team.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Visa sponsorship for international candidates.

How to Apply: If you are a passionate Naval Architect who is excited about the future of unmanned technology and have a proven track record of success in your field, please apply now and we will be in touch if you are successful.

Location: This position is based in our Production Facility in Fareham, UK.

Security Requirement To be eligible for this role, you must be able to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). This includes confirming your identity, legal right to work in the UK, recent employment history, and criminal record (unspent convictions only).

Unfortunately, we’re unable to consider applicants who cannot meet these requirements and are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position

Please note: We kindly ask that recruiters and recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this role. Thank you!