Weights Engineering is concerned with managing the overall weight and weight distribution of the submarine. The weights team work closely with the Naval architects to ensure the weight of the boat and the weight distribution provides a stable and buoyant platform. Weights Engineers are involved at all stages for the design lifecycle from concept design through to in-service support. From early weight predictions at concept design, through setting the weight budgets and continually monitoring weight changes through design development and into build. Weights Engineering also support operations for every module/unit move and manage the lead ballast installation.
JOB FUNCTION / CATEGORY Weights GRADE S5 CORE DUTIES
• To provide specialist Weight Engineering design support to all current programmes for submarines and surface ships.
• To undertake Weight Engineering tasks in support of the Company’s programmes for submarines and surface ships.
• Calculation and monitoring of weights and centres from the concept phase to delivery, use of CAD computer systems, preparing data for technical and production departments to assist them in unit movements, launch and undocking.
• To produce evidence in support of qualification, legislative requirements and safety justifications and provide specialist support for associated activities.
• To undertake peer reviews or checking / verification tasks as directed.
• To provide support to t...