Ballistics Firing Officer

1 month ago


Port Melbourne, Australia Macro Recruitment Full time

Job Title: Ballistics Firing Officer - Defence Technology Team

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Defence Ballistics Firing Officer to lead ballistic test evaluations for defence acquisition projects within our leading defence technology team.

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 Role: You will be working with our Defence Science Technology Group (DSTG) vehicle survivability team, responsible for assessing the survivability and ballistic protection of military platforms for Land and Maritime projects. You will 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: If you are interested in this role, please apply with your CV, and we will get in touch to discuss this opportunity and explore other suitable roles we may have.



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