Ammunition Technician / Firing Officer

12 month minimum contract to fire prototype explosives being researched by the Department of Defence. For an explosives handling expert or Ammunition technician interested in helping Defence develop more effective explosives.
Requires experience Explosive Ordnance qualifications or relevant industry training and experience, and Australian Citizenship essential (for security Clearances)
$ Based on experience
12 month full time contract, with potential to go longer
Your next employer...You'll be working with the R&D department for the Department of Defence (Defence Science Technology Group, DTSG) in Edinburgh. DSTG is currently supporting research into guided weapons prototyping.
The Role...The Firing Officer will, under direction, undertake the following major duties:When authorised, will perform specific types of firings including
Intentional functioning of detonators
High explosive charges
Pyrotechnic devices
Rocket motors
Weapons
Gas guns
Propellant charges
Prepare weapons, firing systems and/or explosive charges as appropriate, Assist in the maintenance of laboratories and equipment, andAssist in the preparation and review of risk assessments and process documentation.Initially the contract runs until 30th June, after that Government decides whether they would like to extend the project for another 12 months (This is standard policy for all of our Defence contracts). We are in the 2nd offered extension for this project.You will need...
Storage, handling and firing of explosive ordnance
Handling and preparation of explosive devices and charges
Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
Basic electronics knowledge including and understanding of firing and instrumentation systems used with explosive ordnance.
Relevant Defence EO qualification, similar to an Army Ammunition Technician or relevant Industry training and/or experience
To be an Australian Citizen (ESSENTIAL)
Have questions or not sure if this role is the perfect fit for you? Apply with your CV, and we'll get in touch to discuss this opportunity and explore other suitable roles we may have.