Associate Detail Designer
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About the role
Job Title: Associate Detail Designer
Location: Halifax, NS What you’ll be doing: Assist in developing detailed designs for marine vessels using CAD software Create blueprints and schematics for ship systems and structures Participate in regular inspections and tests of ship systems and structures to verify quality and performance Contribute to the design process under the supervision of Senior Designers, learning and applying ship design techniques Continuously improve design skills and knowledge of marine systems through hands-on training and mentorship Your skills and experiences: Recent graduate with a degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related field Strong interest in ship design, 3D/2D modelling, and marine vessel construction Willingness to learn and work under the guidance of senior team members Excellent communication and collaboration skills Benefits: You’ll receive benefits including a generous annual leave allowance and paid sick leave. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, group health, dental, and vision benefits as well as life insurance – you may also be eligible for an annual bonus. In addition, you will also be entitled to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) company match of up to 5%25 of your annual salary.
The Detail Design team
As an Associate Detail Designer, you will be part of the design team working under the guidance of Senior Detail Designers and Team Leads. This is an entry level position with a comprehensive training program aimed at equipping you with the necessary skills to excel in marine vessel design using 3D/2D modelling techniques. You will have the opportunity to work on Canada’s River Class Destroyer program and gain hands-on experience with one of the best warship design teams in the industry. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.
Closing Date: August 6th, 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-SB1 #LI-Onsite
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About BAE Systems
Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do.
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, security and aerospace company headquartered in Arlington, VA, with locations across the country. BAE Systems employees’ dedication and commitment show in everything they create and deliver, including advanced electronic systems, cyber operations and intelligence analysis, combat vehicles, naval weapons, ship maintenance and modernization, and vehicle upgrades and services.
How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. Connect your passion for making a difference to career full of purpose by visiting jobs.baesystems.com.
BAE Systems, Inc. believes in the free exchange of ideas and encourages all visitors to its social media properties to engage in spirited conversation. We expect and encourage differences in opinions and perspectives, but we require a civil discourse. To that end, all posts and comments must:
- Refrain from promoting partisan political causes.
- Protect confidential, proprietary, embargoed or otherwise protected information.
- Respect and protect intellectual property rights and permissions for artistic content.
Further, BAE Systems will remove comments that do not contribute to a civil discourse. The following are examples of comments that will be removed:
- Profanity, or any speech that is potentially denigrating or demeaning.
- Violence, threats of violence, or implied violence.
- Descriptions of illegal activity, or implied illegal activity.
- Ad hominem attacks or personal insults.
- Off-topic or demonstrably false information
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Associate Detail Designer
Top Benefits
About the role
Job Title: Associate Detail Designer
Location: Halifax, NS What you’ll be doing: Assist in developing detailed designs for marine vessels using CAD software Create blueprints and schematics for ship systems and structures Participate in regular inspections and tests of ship systems and structures to verify quality and performance Contribute to the design process under the supervision of Senior Designers, learning and applying ship design techniques Continuously improve design skills and knowledge of marine systems through hands-on training and mentorship Your skills and experiences: Recent graduate with a degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, or a related field Strong interest in ship design, 3D/2D modelling, and marine vessel construction Willingness to learn and work under the guidance of senior team members Excellent communication and collaboration skills Benefits: You’ll receive benefits including a generous annual leave allowance and paid sick leave. You’ll also have access to additional benefits such as flexible working, group health, dental, and vision benefits as well as life insurance – you may also be eligible for an annual bonus. In addition, you will also be entitled to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) company match of up to 5%25 of your annual salary.
The Detail Design team
As an Associate Detail Designer, you will be part of the design team working under the guidance of Senior Detail Designers and Team Leads. This is an entry level position with a comprehensive training program aimed at equipping you with the necessary skills to excel in marine vessel design using 3D/2D modelling techniques. You will have the opportunity to work on Canada’s River Class Destroyer program and gain hands-on experience with one of the best warship design teams in the industry. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you’ll be able to make a real difference. You’ll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you’ll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and particularly from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our industry, including women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and LGBTQ+ individuals. We also want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles working for BAE Systems will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.
Closing Date: August 6th, 2026
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-SB1 #LI-Onsite
Not the right fit? Search for Associate Detail Designer jobs in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada
About BAE Systems
Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do.
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, security and aerospace company headquartered in Arlington, VA, with locations across the country. BAE Systems employees’ dedication and commitment show in everything they create and deliver, including advanced electronic systems, cyber operations and intelligence analysis, combat vehicles, naval weapons, ship maintenance and modernization, and vehicle upgrades and services.
How we work is rooted in purpose – a purpose to protect those who protect us, to unite our community of colleagues and customers, and to drive forward the growth and development of our exceptional team members. Connect your passion for making a difference to career full of purpose by visiting jobs.baesystems.com.
BAE Systems, Inc. believes in the free exchange of ideas and encourages all visitors to its social media properties to engage in spirited conversation. We expect and encourage differences in opinions and perspectives, but we require a civil discourse. To that end, all posts and comments must:
- Refrain from promoting partisan political causes.
- Protect confidential, proprietary, embargoed or otherwise protected information.
- Respect and protect intellectual property rights and permissions for artistic content.
Further, BAE Systems will remove comments that do not contribute to a civil discourse. The following are examples of comments that will be removed:
- Profanity, or any speech that is potentially denigrating or demeaning.
- Violence, threats of violence, or implied violence.
- Descriptions of illegal activity, or implied illegal activity.
- Ad hominem attacks or personal insults.
- Off-topic or demonstrably false information