Weapons Engineering Instructor

1 week ago

Faslane Port, United Kingdom Mane Contract Services Full time

Our client, a leading provider of specialist defence training, is seeking an experienced Weapons Engineering Instructor (Weapons Handling) to join their team based at HMNB Clyde within the Astute Training Facility. This is a full-time, permanent position offering an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the delivery of world-class submarine training.

The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction on Astute Class Submarine Weapons Handling systems, maintaining course materials, and providing subject matter expertise to support ongoing training development.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver Weapons Electrical (WE) Weapons Handling training to students with a wide range of experience, ensuring delivery meets all prescribed standards and contractual requirements.

Support the delivery of related training modules, including Astute Class Familiarisation and Submarine Qualification Training (SMQ).

Provide subject matter expertise for courseware review, maintenance, and updates in collaboration with the Training Design team.

Review and evaluate technical data and change notifications, identifying and advising on impacts to existing courseware.

Carry out associated administrative and reporting activities linked to training delivery.

Provide SME input to support business development initiatives, including bids and training improvement opportunities.

Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental procedures.

Occasionally travel to other UK sites to support training or course development activity.

Undertake additional reasonable duties as required to support operational needs.

Essential Qualifications

Former Royal Navy Weapons Engineering Technician (WE).

Officer of the Quarter (OOQ) Qualification.

Tactical Weapon System Board - Competent User Level 3 (CU3).

Detailed knowledge and understanding of WE Weapons Handling equipment.

Defence Trainer Course (DTc), Defence Train The Trainer (DTTTv2), or equivalent Level 3 Award in Education and Training.

Strong IT skills and confidence using digital learning tools.

Desirable Experience

Sound knowledge of submarine Tactical Weapons Engineering Systems, ideally within the Astute Class.

Experience delivering Weapons Handling training within a military or defence training environment.

Highly organised with strong time management skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities.

Effective communicator, capable of working both independently and collaboratively.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled and motivated individual who enjoys developing others and contributing to the Royal Navy's ongoing capability and readiness

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