Project Design Authority / Systems Design Authority

Our purpose is to deliver trusted underwater sensing and decision advantage, working hand‑in‑hand with navies around the world to safeguard people and nurture global security. Our work spans four sectors: Mine Countermeasures, Anti‑Submarine Warfare, Services and Future Capabilities.

Our Underwater Systems (UWS) is looking for a Project Design Authority —a technical leader who possesses the rare blend of engineering rigor, strategic vision, and the natural authority to lead complex sonar projects from concept to sea.

As the primary technical interface with our customers, you won’t just be part of the team; you will be the ultimate arbiter of solution integrity , ensuring our anti-submarine warfare and mine-hunting technologies are compliant, safe, and world‑beating.

Location: Templecombe or Cheadle (Hybrid options available)

Travel: 25% (UK-wide)

The Mission:

In this pivotal role, you sit at the...

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