Benefits
The Naval Warfare Systems Engineer will receive a competitive starting salary, periodic bonuses and the opportunity to receive professional accreditation as an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer from the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST).
Starting Salary
ME4 Trainee | ME4 (Apprentice) | ME4 |
---|---|---|
$4,870 - $6,190 (Degree) | $5,320 - $6,640 (Degree) | |
$3,050 - $3,190 (Diploma) | $3,260 - $3,330 (Diploma) | - |
$2,840 (A-Level) | $3,050 (A-Level) | - |
Additional Allowances | |
---|---|
Ship board | $350-$450 |
Submarine | $750-$850 |
Military Domain Experts Scheme
Career until age 60 on full CPF terms
Expert Continuous Engagement and Learning (EXCEL) Bonus
Age 32 | Up to 12 months' bonus |
Age 40 | 8 months' bonus |
Age 50 | 8 months' bonus |
28 months of Military Domain Experts Scheme (MDES) bonus in total, paid at three points in your career.
Flex Benefits
An annual lump sum allowance will be disbursed to you so that you have the flexibility in using the money as and when you need it.
Up to 10 years of service | $800 per year |
More than 10 years of service | $1000 per year |
![](/images/rsnlibraries/others/icon-dollar.png?sfvrsn=fe77c75b_1)
Mid-careerists will be assigned a salary based on years of relevant experience and educational qualifications.
Academic Qualifications
Degree in relevant Engineering discipline (e.g. Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics etc)
Basic Requirements
- Singapore Citizen or Singapore PR intending to take up citizenship
- Medically fit (PES B1 and above)
- Normal colour perception
Scholarships
SAF Engineering Scholarship
The SAF Engineering Scholarship is for aspiring military engineers-to-be, who are ready to serve the nation and be groomed as leaders with specific deep specialisation in engineering. The scholarship equips with you with a world-class education and training to spearhead in-depth engineering studies, and design and operationalise high-end technological capabilities for the SAF.
SAF Engineering Academic Scholarship (Overseas/Local)
At a top local or overseas tertiary institution, achieve your academic goals in your pursuit of a fulfilling career contributing to the defence of Singapore.
SAF Engineering Award
Further your education at a leading local university and receive an allowance during the course of your studies.
Mid-Term SAF Engineering Award
If you're currently an undergraduate at a local university, you can take advantage of our mid-term scholarship. During the course of your studies, you will enjoy an annual allowance, as well as sponsorship of your tuition and hostel fees.
Stories from Beyond
![](/images/rsnlibraries/story-from-beyond/thumbnail/me3-ganasekar_new.jpg?sfvrsn=6110cbdb_1)
“The Navy is an ideal place to grow one’s potential and abilities. The close-knit family culture of the Navy allows bounds-free interaction with personnel from all ranks and seniority levels, which helps to broaden one’s mindset and perceptions.”
ME4 Ganasekar
Staff Officer, Maritime Training & Doctrine Command (MTDC)
![ME5 Grace Chng](/images/rsnlibraries/story-from-beyond/thumbnail/me4-grace-chng.jpg?sfvrsn=efbda9da_1)
“Life as an engineer in the Navy is really different. I get to sail with the ship for overseas missions and exercises, widening my horizon of thoughts tremendously.”
ME5 Grace Chng
Marine Systems Engineer, RSS Endurance
![ME4 Lloyd Chua](/images/rsnlibraries/story-from-beyond/thumbnail/thumbnail_me4-lloyd-chua.jpg?sfvrsn=e6ad753a_1)
“Seeing people grow and flourish with you, all culminating in us achieving something larger than the sum of our parts – these experiences represent the highlights of my career thus far.”
ME4 Lloyd Chua
Senior Marine Engineer, RSS Conqueror
Responsibilities
Take charge of state-of-the-art combat systems ranging from missiles to radars, and in doing so, lead teams to keep our naval assets in top gear. Your expertise will steer our Navy towards greater breakthroughs in innovation, with your areas of speciality covering a wide spectrum of radar systems, command, control, communications, computers and IT (C4IT) systems, weapons, and weapon control systems.
Benefits
The Naval Warfare Systems Engineer will receive a competitive starting salary, periodic bonuses and the opportunity to receive professional accreditation as an Incorporated or Chartered Engineer from the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarESt).
Starting Salary
ME4 Trainee | ME4 (Apprentice) | ME4 |
---|---|---|
$4,870 - $6,190 (Degree) | $5,320 - $6,640 (Degree) | |
$3,050 - $3,190 (Diploma) | $3,260 - $3,330 (Diploma) | - |
$2,840 (A-Level) | $3,050 (A-Level) | - |
Additional Allowances | |
---|---|
Ship board | $350-$450 |
Submarine | $750-$850 |
Military Domain Experts Scheme
Career until age 60 on full CPF terms
Expert Continuous Engagement and Learning (EXCEL) Bonus
Age 32 | Up to 12 months' bonus |
Age 40 | 8 months' bonus |
Age 50 | 8 months' bonus |
28 months of Military Domain Experts Scheme (MDES) bonus in total, paid at three points in your career.
Flex Benefits
An annual lump sum allowance will be disbursed to you so that you have the flexibility in using the money as and when you need it.
Up to 10 years of service | $800 per year |
More than 10 years of service | $1000 per year |
![](/images/rsnlibraries/others/icon-dollar.png?sfvrsn=fe77c75b_1)
Mid-careerists will be assigned a salary based on years of relevant experience and educational qualifications.
Academic Qualifications
Degree in relevant Engineering discipline (e.g. Mechanical Engineering, Marine Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics etc)
Basic Requirements
- Singapore Citizen or Singapore PR intending to take up citizenship
- Medically fit (PES B1 and above)
- Normal colour perception
Scholarships
SAF Engineering Scholarship
The SAF Engineering Scholarship is for aspiring military engineers-to-be, who are ready to serve the nation and be groomed as leaders with specific deep specialisation in engineering. The scholarship equips with you with a world-class education and training to spearhead in-depth engineering studies, and design and operationalise high-end technological capabilities for the SAF.
SAF Engineering Academic Scholarship (Overseas/Local)
At a top local or overseas tertiary institution, achieve your academic goals in your pursuit of a fulfilling career contributing to the defence of Singapore.
SAF Engineering Award
Further your education at a leading local university and receive an allowance during the course of your studies.
Mid-Term SAF Engineering Award
If you're currently an undergraduate at a local university, you can take advantage of our mid-term scholarship. During the course of your studies, you will enjoy an annual allowance, as well as sponsorship of your tuition and hostel fees.
Stories from Beyond
![](/images/rsnlibraries/story-from-beyond/thumbnail/me3-ganasekar_new.jpg?sfvrsn=6110cbdb_1)
“The Navy is an ideal place to grow one’s potential and abilities. The close-knit family culture of the Navy allows bounds-free interaction with personnel from all ranks and seniority levels, which helps to broaden one’s mindset and perceptions.”
ME4 Ganasekar
Staff Officer, Maritime Training & Doctrine Command (MTDC)
![ME5 Grace Chng](/images/rsnlibraries/story-from-beyond/thumbnail/me4-grace-chng.jpg?sfvrsn=efbda9da_1)
“Life as an engineer in the Navy is really different. I get to sail with the ship for overseas missions and exercises, widening my horizon of thoughts tremendously.”
ME5 Grace Chng
Marine Systems Engineer, RSS Endurance
![ME4 Lloyd Chua](/images/rsnlibraries/story-from-beyond/thumbnail/thumbnail_me4-lloyd-chua.jpg?sfvrsn=e6ad753a_1)
“Seeing people grow and flourish with you, all culminating in us achieving something larger than the sum of our parts – these experiences represent the highlights of my career thus far.”
ME4 Lloyd Chua
Senior Marine Engineer, RSS Conqueror
Scholarships
SAF Engineering Scholarship
The SAF Engineering Scholarship is for aspiring military engineers-to-be, who are ready to serve the nation and be groomed as leaders with specific deep specialisation in engineering. The scholarship equips with you with a world-class education and training to spearhead in-depth engineering studies, and design and operationalise high-end technological capabilities for the SAF.
SAF Engineering Academic Scholarship (Overseas/Local)
At a top local or overseas tertiary institution, achieve your academic goals in your pursuit of a fulfilling career contributing to the defence of Singapore.
SAF Engineering Award
Further your education at a leading local university and receive an allowance during the course of your studies.
Mid-Term SAF Engineering Award
If you're currently an undergraduate at a local university, you can take advantage of our mid-term scholarship. During the course of your studies, you will enjoy an annual allowance, as well as sponsorship of your tuition and hostel fees.
Stories from Beyond
![](/images/rsnlibraries/story-from-beyond/thumbnail/me3-ganasekar_new.jpg?sfvrsn=6110cbdb_1)
“The Navy is an ideal place to grow one’s potential and abilities. The close-knit family culture of the Navy allows bounds-free interaction with personnel from all ranks and seniority levels, which helps to broaden one’s mindset and perceptions.”
ME4 Ganasekar
Staff Officer, Maritime Training & Doctrine Command (MTDC)
![ME5 Grace Chng](/images/rsnlibraries/story-from-beyond/thumbnail/me4-grace-chng.jpg?sfvrsn=efbda9da_1)
“Life as an engineer in the Navy is really different. I get to sail with the ship for overseas missions and exercises, widening my horizon of thoughts tremendously.”
ME5 Grace Chng
Marine Systems Engineer, RSS Endurance
![ME4 Lloyd Chua](/images/rsnlibraries/story-from-beyond/thumbnail/thumbnail_me4-lloyd-chua.jpg?sfvrsn=e6ad753a_1)
“Seeing people grow and flourish with you, all culminating in us achieving something larger than the sum of our parts – these experiences represent the highlights of my career thus far.”
ME4 Lloyd Chua
Senior Marine Engineer, RSS Conqueror