Lead Large-Calibre Armourer — Weapons Systems & T&E

Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd; Brighton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd. seeks an Armourer with proven experience in large-calibre weapon systems to lead maintenance and assessment activities. You will supervise safe operation, testing, and evaluation, and drive improvements in reliability and performance.

The role focuses on compliance with EMERs, AESPs, JSPs, and Section 5 regulations, with responsibility for security, records, and stakeholder engagement across ranges and sites.

Qualifications

• Proven experience maintaining large calibre weapon systems.
• Strong understanding of mechanical weapon systems and ordnance principles.
• Experience supporting weapon trials and technical reporting.
• Knowledge of EMERs, AESPs, JSPs, drawings, and maintenance instructions.
• Experience conducting risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Knowledge of Section 5 regulations and controlled stores management.
• Supervisory experience including coaching and mentoring.

Responsibilities

• Lead maintenance, fault diagnosis, repair, and operation of small, medium, and large calibre weapon systems.
• Oversee preventative, corrective, and scheduled maintenance activities.
• Support Test & Evaluation programmes, trials, and capability development.
• Ensure compliance with safety, governance, and regulatory standards.
• Manage weapon security, inventory, and records.
• Provide technical guidance and report on trial data.

Skills

Technical leadership

Safety compliance

Fault diagnosis

Team supervision

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Engineering qualification

Military trade qualification

Professional registration

Tools

Maintenance CMMS

Job description

Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd. seeks an Armourer with proven experience in large-calibre weapon systems to lead maintenance and assessment activities. You will supervise safe operation, testing, and evaluation, and drive improvements in reliability and performance.

The role focuses on compliance with EMERs, AESPs, JSPs, and Section 5 regulations, with responsibility for security, records, and stakeholder engagement across ranges and sites.