Weapons Engineering Instructor in Helensburgh

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Job Description

Job Title: Weapons Engineering Instructor

Location: Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

We are seeking an experienced Weapons Engineering Instructor to join a leading defence training organisation, delivering critical training programmes at a major Royal Navy site near Helensburgh.

In this role, you will share your expertise in submarine tactical weapons engineering systems, ensuring Royal Navy personnel are fully prepared to safely operate and maintain weapon handling systems across the submarine fleet. Your work will directly contribute to the UK’s defence capability.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver both classroom and simulator-based instruction — primarily focused on Astute Class platforms
• Provide subject matter expertise to support training design, review, and continuous improvement
• Maintain training governance through accurate reporting, documentation, and assurance processes
• Act as a technical contact for stakeholders and training-related queries
• Uphold safe systems of work and compliance with all relevant standards and procedures

Essential Experience:

• Strong background in submarine Tactical Weapons Engineering
• Hands-on experience with weapons handling operations

Required Qualification:

• Qualified Weapons System Board – Competent User Level 3 (CU3)

Security Requirements

Due to the nature of this role, applicants must be eligible to obtain and maintain Security Check (SC) clearance. and restrictions may apply in line with UK Government vetting criteria.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Matched pension contributions and life assurance
• Access to digital healthcare and annual health checks
• Professional fees paid
• Share scheme options and employee discounts portal
• Additional paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
• Opportunity to buy or sell annual leave
• Paid volunteering day each year
• Excellent training, development, and well-being support

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