Location: | West Lavington |
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Salary: | £37,337 to £41,406 per annum with potential progression to £51,298 per annum |
Hours: | Full Time |
Contract Type: | Permanent |
Placed On: | 9th September 2024 |
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Closes: | 29th September 2024 |
Job Ref: | 4918 |
Role Location: COTEC, West Lavington, Devizes
COTEC is an outstation of Cranfield Defence and Security within the Centre for Defence Chemistry and is located on Salisbury Plain south of Devizes. The site is leased from the MOD and all range operations are carried out under the authority of Defence Training Estates Salisbury Plain DTE (SP).
About the Role
The primary purpose of this role is to plan and execute the deployment of instrumentation on explosive and ballistic trials and to accurately record, process and present the resulting data. You will carry out instrumentation duties on the range, demonstrating the ability to operate, maintain and troubleshoot a wide range of specialist instrumentation equipment. You will be the first point of call for data collection and analysis issues, instrumentation errors or equipment faults. You will provide advice and practical assistance to the Trials Conducting Officer and co-ordinate and assist with health and safety compliance across the site.
About You
You will have an HND or Degree qualification in a relevant subject, or studying for the same. You will have recognised and substanial technical expertise in data capture, with a developed understanding through qualifications or experience of scientific/technical theory. You will have excellent technical problem-solving, supervisory, planning and organising skills.
About Us
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Working Arrangements
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How to apply
For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Trevor Lawrence at t.lawrence@cranfield.ac.uk.
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