Medium-Caliber Ammunition and Weapons Specialist

SAIC•Crane, IN

12h

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a passionate and highly skilled Medium-Caliber Ammunition / Weapon Specialist to support the Specialized Munitions Division at Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane. This role is ideal for candidates with hands-on experience with weapons and ammunition, ideally with 20MM/25MM medium caliber, who are looking to deepen their weapons/ammunition expertise or already may have served as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in firearms training, testing, or operations. The selected candidate will play a key role in live-fire evaluations, failure analyses, and weapon and ammunition safety initiatives that directly impact warfighter readiness.

Requirements

High School/GED diploma and 9 or more years’ experience
Hands-on experience with firearms or weapons systems, particularly in testing, range operations, or training.
Proven ability to develop test plans and write precise technical reports.
Strong analytical and detail-oriented skills for failure analysis and technical evaluations.
Strong communication and collaboration skills for working with teams and stakeholders.
Ability to effectively communicate technical findings to diverse audiences.
Willingness to travel 3–4 times per year for evaluations, reviews, and program meetings.
Interim secret clearance to start with the ability to obtain a secret clearance. SAIC will sponsor the clearance process.
US Citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in military, government, or contractor roles involving weapon systems or firearms operations.
5+ years of experience with ammunition testing, weapons systems, or ordnance operations.
Familiarity with NAVAIR programs, 20MM/25MM systems, or forensic ammunition investigations.
Certifications or expertise in range safety, firearms training, or ammunition handling.
Passion for firearms and a drive to develop expertise in ammunition and related weapon systems.
Active DoD Secret clearance

Responsibilities

Lead and conduct live-fire testing of 20MM/25MM medium-caliber ammunition to evaluate performance, mechanical reliability, and safety.
Examine malfunctioning rounds to identify failure modes (e.g., misfires, duds, catastrophic failures), leveraging technical analysis such as x-rays, ballistics, and metallurgical evaluations.
Draft detailed test plans, oversee test execution, and ensure data accuracy for meaningful evaluation and reporting.
Ensure adherence to all explosives safety standards, including the development and compliance of Standard Explosive Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Analyze live-fire data and test results to create actionable recommendations for program improvement, safety assurance, and mission success.
Support efforts tied to System Safety Reviews, including activities with the Weapon System Explosive Safety Review Board (WSESRB).
Serve or develop as the technical expert on medium-caliber ammunition systems, ensuring solutions and recommendations are practical and driven by hands-on expertise.
Provide comprehensive guidance to government stakeholders, including assessment of engineering investigations and ammunition program evaluations.
Share firearms knowledge derived from practical experience, including operations, testing, and range management.
Compile and present data and findings from investigations, tests, and evaluation activities in technical reports and briefings.
Collaborate with other professionals to ensure action items, findings, and improvement recommendations are effectively tracked and addressed.