Weapons Engineering Instructor

Pertemps; Helensburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defence training organisation in Helensburgh is seeking a Weapons Engineering Instructor to deliver essential training programmes for the Royal Navy. The instructor will focus on submarine tactical weapons systems, ensuring personnel can safely operate weapon handling systems. This role requires a strong background in weapons engineering, hands-on experience, and a specific qualification (CU3). The position offers competitive salary and excellent benefits including generous leave, pension, and training support.

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 and development support

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Submarine Tactical Weapons Engineering

Weapons handling operations

Education

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

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
• 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. Nationality and residency 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

Apply Today.

If you are passionate about passing on your knowledge and shaping the future, we would like to hear from you. Submit your application to explore this exceptional career opportunity in defence training.