Submarine Weapons Engineer & Training Instructor

Babcock International Group; Helensburgh; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Matched pension & life assurance

Digital GP & health checks

Employee share scheme

Holiday trading

Job summary

Babcock International Group in Helensburgh is seeking a Weapons Engineer Instructor to train Royal Navy submarine engineers at HMNB Clyde. This shore‑based role uses your hands-on weapons experience to shape the next generation of specialists.

No prior instructional background is required as full training and ongoing support are provided. The role is onsite with standard hours and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Sound knowledge of submarine Tactical Weapons Engineering systems.
• Experience in Weapons Handling operations.
• Officer of the quarter competent user qualification.

Responsibilities

• Delivering classroom and simulator-based training, primarily focused on Astute Class submarines.
• Supporting governance through reporting, documentation, and assurance.
• Providing subject matter expertise to support training design and review.
• Liaising with stakeholders and acting as a technical point of contact for training queries.
• Maintaining safe systems of work and ensuring compliance with internal and external policies.

Skills

Weapons knowledge

Weapons handling

Education

Officer of the quarter competent user

Job description

Babcock International Group in Helensburgh is seeking a Weapons Engineer Instructor to train Royal Navy submarine engineers at HMNB Clyde. This shore‑based role uses your hands-on weapons experience to shape the next generation of specialists.

No prior instructional background is required as full training and ongoing support are provided. The role is onsite with standard hours and a comprehensive benefits package.