Ballistics Firing Officer

1 week ago


Port Melbourne, Australia Macro Recruitment Full time
Defence Ballistics Firing Officer Opportunity

Join Macro Recruitment in partnering with the Defence Science Technology Group (DSTG) to find a skilled Ballistics Firing Officer to lead ballistic test evaluations for defence acquisition projects.

About the Role

This part-time position, based off-site in Victoria and on-site in Fishermen's Bend, requires experience as a Ballistics Firing Officer or relevant industry training and experience. Australian Citizenship is essential for security clearances.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and be responsible for the movement, accountability, and use of military explosive ordinance (EO) in compliance with defence regulations to meet test schedules.
  • Set up, operate, and maintain cartridge-based and powder breech weapon systems for live-fire testing in accordance with safe operation test procedures.
  • Provide technical leadership and expertise to support the safe conduct of field firing and indoor range experimental test activities.
  • Contribute to the planning and execution of test and evaluation activities, including preparing ballistic test structures and instrumentation systems for data capture and post-test analysis.
About the Team

The Defence Science Technology Group (DSTG) vehicle survivability team is responsible for assessing the survivability and ballistic protection of military platforms for Land and Maritime projects. They conduct live-fire tests on armor materials and protection systems against various kinetic threats.

Requirements
  • Requires and range safety and relevant ballistics firing officer qualifications.
  • Knowledge in handling remote weapon systems.
  • Strong understanding of military test and evaluation standards.
  • Proven experience in safe conduct of ballistic tests.
  • Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
  • To be an Australian Citizen (ESSENTIAL).
How to Apply

Apply with your CV, and we'll get in touch to discuss this opportunity and explore other suitable roles we may have.



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