Senior Trials Coordinator

Organisation: Cranfield University Faculty or Department: Faculty of Engineering and Applied Sciences Based at: Off Campus Hours of work: 37 hours per week, normally worked Monday to Friday. Flexible working will be considered Contract type: Permanent Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range of £48,760 to £58,664 per annum with potential progression to £71,050 per annum Apply by: 31/07/2026 Role Description COTEC is an outstation of Cranfield Defence and Security within the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Sciences 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). The site carries out a large range of tasks primarily based around the testing and evaluation of explosives, ordnance and munitions for defence and commercial customers. The site also carries out research and supports the research projects of Cranfield University students. About the Role As a Senior Trials Conducting Officer (STCO) you will lead the planning, delivery and reporting of complex explosives, ordnance and munitions trials for defence and commercial customers. You will be responsible for ensuring trials are conducted safely, efficiently and in accordance with regulatory and COTEC procedures, while producing high-quality technical reports and delivering effective customer solutions. As a senior technical specialist, you will provide ..... full job details .....