About the OpportunityAs the Senior Naval Architect for Austal Defence Australia (ADA), you’ll be responsible for providing and supporting the design of a vessel from concept through the delivery, on time and on budget. About AustalAustal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam. Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers. Learn more at austal.com/ssaThis is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now. What’s Involved Produce accurate information and documentation, which meets all procedural and auditable requirementsEnsure work deadlines are met and construction deliverables are not compromised or missedEffectively and efficiently communicate through drawings, verbal and written means to all necessary partiesConsistently exhibits a proactive attitude towards innovation and improvement and actively seeks alternate methods of performing tasksYou’ll Need Bachelor of Engineering – Naval ArchitectureAdvanced AutoCAD skillsA solid understanding of Production methods and practical application of designKnowledge of regulatory body Rules and Regulation requirements5+ years experience in a similar positionEligibility for a Defence Security Clearance Why Join Us?Competitive compensation and benefits package.Professional development and training opportunities.A supportive and dynamic work environment.Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia AUD Fremantle 6160

Senior Naval Architect

About the Opportunity

As the Senior Naval Architect for Austal Defence Australia (ADA), you’ll be responsible for providing and supporting the design of a vessel from concept through the delivery, on time and on budget.

About Austal

Austal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam.

Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.

Learn more at austal.com/ssa

This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What’s Involved

  • Produce accurate information and documentation, which meets all procedural and auditable requirements
  • Ensure work deadlines are met and construction deliverables are not compromised or missed
  • Effectively and efficiently communicate through drawings, verbal and written means to all necessary parties
  • Consistently exhibits a proactive attitude towards innovation and improvement and actively seeks alternate methods of performing tasks

You’ll Need

  • Bachelor of Engineering – Naval Architecture
  • Advanced AutoCAD skills
  • A solid understanding of Production methods and practical application of design
  • Knowledge of regulatory body Rules and Regulation requirements
  • 5+ years experience in a similar position
  • Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • A supportive and dynamic work environment.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.

At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.

Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia

  • Posted Date 27 May 2026
  • Location Fremantle
    WA / Australia
  • Industry Engineering
  • Job Type Full Time
  • Salary Not provided