Security Armorer-Instructor

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that provides safe and effective nuclear solutions for global security, clean energy, environmental restoration, nuclear medicine and space exploration. With more than 7,800 employees, BWXT has 14 major operating sites in the U.S., Canada and the U.K. We are the sole manufacturer of naval nuclear reactors for U.S. submarines and aircraft carriers. Our company supplies precision manufactured components, services and fuel for the commercial nuclear power industry across four continents. Our joint ventures provide environmental restoration and operations management at a dozen U.S. Department of Energy and NASA facilities. BWXT’s technology is driving advances in medical radioisotope production in North America and microreactors for various defense and space applications. For more information, visit www.bwxt.com. Follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook and Instagram.

Security Armorer-Instructor

Position Overview:

Performs a variety of security support duties related to firearms, including testing, maintenance, and assists in the operation of the firing range.  Responsible for the accountability and maintenance of security weapons and related equipment.  Instructs Security Officers on proper care and maintenance of all assigned weapons. Calibrates, zeros, and performs user maintenance of small-arms; identifies failures and arranges higher level maintenance accordingly.  Performs weapon inspections in accordance with security requirements.  Assists the instructor training staff with required security training and qualification in accordance with government regulations, security plans, and procedures. 

Location:

On-site in Erwin, Tennessee.

Your Day to Day as a Security Armorer Instructor:

• Performs duties as the Range Program Administrator for the firearms range staff.
• Performs inventories and controls the issue of all weapons, equipment and ammunition
• Issues weapons and temporary replacement firearms as needed.
• Administers a weapons and equipment accountability and maintenance program to ensure that all weapons deployed on site and at the range meet performance and compliance requirements.
• Certified armorer with basic weapon maintenance, inspections, inventory and accountability.
• Maintain Health and Safety Respirator/Protective Equipment requirements for the security force.
• Performs records maintenance, scheduling, budget preparation, quality control, research, drafting of reports and correspondence, inventory, and firearm inspections.
• Performs firearm systems maintenance, repair and testing, and completes record maintenance documentation.
• Performs periodic and random inspections of site-deployed firearm systems.
• Maintains inventory on all range program items, including ammunition, cleaning supplies, forms, etc.
• Coordinate with the FOF Coordinator, Force on Force Tactical Exercise Programs for any and all M.I.L.E.S. equipment required
  • Maintain parts for all weapon systems
  • Performs other duties as assigned. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (two years of relevant work experience in lieu of every year of college)
• Six years’ experience in related field (police, military, security)
• Experience in a security related field is required to demonstrate the ability to apply technical and tactical security in a Category I nuclear environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Flexible work schedules and paid time off to promote a healthy work-life balance. 
• Professional development opportunities, including mentorship programs and sponsorship for continuing education.
• An inclusive atmosphere that celebrates new perspectives and supports collaboration between different generations.
• The chance to be part of a mission-driven organization making a positive impact on the future of energy.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and training to grow throughout your career!

Pay: $ - $ 

The base salary range for this position in at the start of employment is expected to be between $ and $ per year. However, the base salary offered is based on local job market factors, and may vary further depending on factors specific to the selected job candidate, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to these considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, such as an annual cash incentive in addition to a full range of medical, retirement, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided at such time the selected job candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, the selected job candidate will be employed 'at-will,’ unless employed at a location and in a position subject to a collective bargaining agreement. The company further reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment, compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, company or individual department/team performance, and other market factors. As a federal government contractor, BWX Technologies, Inc. and any subsidiaries, affiliates and related entities (“BWXT” or the “Company”) complies with all federal, state, and local laws and customer requirements regarding health and safety protocols. As such, all BWXT new hires will be required to adhere to applicable Company health and safety requirements within the workplace as a condition of employment.