Clyde Innovation Cell Technical Manager - Submarines

Job Description

Clyde Innovation Cell Technical Manager - Submarines

Full Time

Faslane

The Rolls-Royce Submarines business is a leading provider of submarine propulsion systems and fulfils the role of the Technical Authority for the Nuclear Steam Raising Plant (NSRP) of the country's submarine fleet on behalf of the Ministry of Defence (MoD).   The Faslane Submarine base on the Clyde is the area that the Submarine Flotilla is operated and maintained.  The customer is looking to further improve efficiency and have setup the Clyde Innovation Cell (CIC) to help improve Submarine Availability, with some Rolls-Royce leadership.  The role is part of the Services Delivery Business Unit DBU and will be the link between the activity in the CIC and availability optimisation work predominantly in Derby.

The Clyde Innovation Cell Technical Manager is based at the Clyde Submarine Base and works on behalf of Superintendent Fleet Maintenance (SFM) . This person represents the company in a very demanding technical environment with high profile programs being influenced on the outputs of the CIC area.  The role forms part of an SDA coordinated team, Working closely with the MOD, Babcock Marine, BAE all major industry partner. 

What you will be doing:  

• The CIC Technical Manager needs to be able to act independently and be ready to deal and manage the improvement issues in concert with the multiple agencies involved the delivery of maintenance on all ships systems including the upkeep of the Nuclear Steam Raising Plant (NSRP).  

• Leading and directing a team of Rolls-Royce engineers to help deliver the objectives outlined above.

• You will need to have a track record of achievement in work associated with the NSRP. You will need to demonstrate strong people skills, including an ability to influence and lead a team collaboratively.

• You will proactively drive for results, demonstrate creativity in problem solving, be comfortable with ambiguity, have strong planning and organisational skills and be comfortable challenging processes.  The Clyde Innovation Cell looks at all aspects of maintenance on the vessel

Position Qualifications

• Detailed knowledge of the propulsion systems, NSRP and Ships systems 
• Having the ability look outside the normal working ways to bring in new knowledge/methods to deliver maintenance requirements
• Experience and or understanding of the Inservice Submarines (ISM) Design Authorities (DA) structure would also be advantageous within this role
• Multiple stakeholder management skills (internal/external)
• Ability to define vague requirements with good communications
• Development of new capabilities
• Proven people management. 

It is desirable that the candidate has a good knowledge of how the Naval base operates and be familiar the organisations that deliver the key activities.

For more than 60 years Rolls-Royce Submarines has designed, supplied and supported the nuclear propulsion plant, providing power for all UK Royal Navy nuclear submarines. 

 To work for Rolls-Royce Submarines an individual must hold a Security Check clearance. We will support the application for Security Clearance if you don’t already have it. Due to the nature of work we conduct, we can only progress applications from individuals who are a UK national or, in MoD approved cases, a dual national.

Our vision is to ensure that the excellence and ingenuity that shaped our history continues into our future. Our multi-year transformation programme aims to turn Rolls-Royce into a high-performing, competitive, resilient and growing company. Join us, and it can be your future vision too.

Rolls-Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non-discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.

Please be aware that the priority will be given to employees identified as being at high risk. 

The professional level and the salary of the position will be dependent on the skills and experience of the successful candidate. 

It is advised that you inform your current manager of your application for this role.

Level C

Job Category

Engineering for Services

Posting Date

19 Feb 2026; 00:02

Posting End Date

05 Mar 2026