Engineering and manufacturing
Ordnance munitions and explosives ome professional - Research and Development Professional
Analysing, interpreting and evaluating technical information, concepts and ideas to propose solutions to problems
Summary
An Ordnance Munitions and Explosives career is challenging, stimulating and dynamic. A fully competent OME Professional can work in a wide range of organisations, including defence, chemical, commercial, military, security, nuclear and analytical services (from multi-nationals to SMEs) and government bodies (e.g. MoD). Although there is close collaboration between these organisations, the needs and requirements are different for each. OME professionals working within one of these organisations may move between government and industry and, as such, are central to maintaining national security now and in the future. An OME Professional can carry out a range of technical, engineering and scientific activities which may include laboratory based investigations, engineering studies and scientific experimentation in their specialist field. They will analyse, interpret and evaluate technical information, concepts and ideas and use these to develop subsequent products, experiments or investigations and to propose solutions to problems. They can apply knowledge of underlying OME principles to implement new processes according to the literature or input from senior team members. They can work autonomously and as part of a wider specialist team, taking responsibility for the quality of the work that is undertaken and deliver value to their organisation. They are proactive in finding solutions to problems, can identify areas of business improvement and propose innovative ideas. In all contexts working safely and ethically is paramount. All OME professionals are required to operate under highly regulated conditions because of the need to control safety and quality.
Knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs)
K1:
The requirement to prevent fire or explosion, limit the extent of fire or explosion and protect persons from the effects of fire or explosion.
K2:
Security provisions relating to explosives; including preventing the unauthorised access and acquisition of explosives.
K3:
The requirements for traceability, record keeping and reporting a loss of explosives.
K4:
Environmental requirements associated with an OME lifecycle
K5:
How to develop and apply a theoretical and practical knowledge of the physics and chemistry of energetic materials, from the laboratory scale through to final item.
K6:
Underlying engineering/material science to implement product lifecycle processes.
K7:
How to apply mathematical methods and modelling to support technical design and analysis using the principles of analysis and interpretation of experimental data.
K8:
The evaluation of OME concepts and designs.
K9:
The implications of change in design and/or manufacturing processes of both energetic materials and items to ensure product quality and safety.
K10:
Emerging technologies and applications together with a broader view of how they can be used within the OME environment.
K11:
Implement safety and environmental requirements to the OME industry lifecycle and all other tasks.
K12:
The internal and external regulatory environment pertinent to the sector.
K13:
The business environment in which their company operates including their role within the organisation, ethical practice and codes of conduct
K14:
Project management procedures and how to incorporate these into the OME work environment.
K15:
The requirements of internal or external customers and how to recommend the appropriate workflows, improvements or OME solutions.
K16:
OME based studies in Science or Engineering at an advanced level, (e.g. how propellants burn and ways of modifying them, or fracture mechanics of metal casings).
K17:
The design and/or performance of OME through its lifecycle and an understanding of related specialisms
K18:
The means of achieving the design function or purpose for an OME item, (e.g. matching an explosive to the correct casing material or how to safely detonate a system).
K19:
Developments in new and existing technologies, (e.g. the rise of additive manufacturing and how this might affect OME production in the future).
K20:
The need and application of a systems based approach to design within specified parameters, (e.g. appreciating that an integrated OME device is not simply an assembly of separate components).
K21:
A range of research methods applicable to this field, ranging from molecular modelling of energetic materials through to full OME field trials.
Technical Educational Products
- ST0574: Ordnance munitions and explosives (OME) professional (integrated degree) - Research and Development Professional (Level 6) Approved for delivery
- Reference:
- OCC0574C
- Status:
Approved occupation
- Average (median) salary:
- £44,134 per year
- SOC 2020 code:
- 2129 Engineering professionals n.e.c.
- SOC 2020 sub unit groups:
- 2129/99 Engineering professionals n.e.c.
- 2111/04 Research and development chemists
- 2125/99 Production and process engineers n.e.c.
S1:
Implement measures to prevent unplanned fire or explosion, limit the extent of fire or explosion and protect people from the effects of a fire or explosion.
S2:
Implement measures to prevent unauthorised people having access to locations where explosives are manufactured, stored or kept or to explosives themselves.
S3:
Implement measures to protect the environment throughout the OME lifecycle.
S4:
Identify and develop solutions to OME based problems and areas of improvement, proposing innovative ideas (e.g. Routes to lessening armour weight).
S5:
Use scientific/engineering and commercial knowledge to take an OME idea from concept to implementation.
S6:
Explore, develop and recommend initiatives that support and improve existing OME performance (e.g. obsolescence management or new technology introduction).
S7:
Implement a safe system of work via interpretation of hazard data, identification of environmental effects and potentially dangerous events.
S8:
Share acquired knowledge, including safety, technical aspects and mentorship.
S9:
Interpret and implement industry standards, procedures and specifications (e.g. National Occupational Standards and NATO Standardisation Agreement).
S10:
Contribute to longer term technical planning, customer requirements and participate in business case creation (e.g. Strategic Defence Review and Defence White Paper).
S11:
Procure and operate OME according to explosives regulations.
S12:
Develop and implement business directed plans and strategies to time, cost and quality requirements using the knowledge of relevant aspects of their company.
S13:
Interpret and translate customer requirements into a deliverable solution for research benefits, (e.g. selecting the correct explosive for a new munition design).
S14:
Specify performance of energetics tests and interpretation of data
S15:
Apply the appropriate research method and analyse the resulting data, (e.g. choice of appropriate safety tests for new OME items and correctly interpreting the test data).
S16:
Apply new and emerging technologies in the development of new and existing OME, such as nanomaterials and how to handle them.
S17:
Respond rapidly to changing developments (e.g. issues such as a material becoming obsolete and is able to suggest a replacement).
S18:
Report/communicate technical aspects to both technical and non-technical audiences (e.g. the ability to cooperate with customers or report to senior management
Technical Educational Products
- ST0574: Ordnance munitions and explosives (OME) professional (integrated degree) - Research and Development Professional (Level 6) Approved for delivery
- Reference:
- OCC0574C
- Status:
- Approved occupation
- Average (median) salary:
- £44,134 per year
- SOC 2020 code:
- 2129 Engineering professionals n.e.c.
- SOC 2020 sub unit groups:
- 2129/99 Engineering professionals n.e.c.
- 2111/04 Research and development chemists
- 2125/99 Production and process engineers n.e.c.
B1:
Innovate and adapt within the boundaries of your responsibilities
B2:
Act ethically and with integrity
B3:
Engage and take responsibility for your personal development
B4:
Demonstrate commitment to learning and self-improvement and be open to feedback
B5:
Work autonomously and as part of a wider team
B6:
Take responsibility for the quality and safety of work
B7:
Environmentally responsible approach
B8:
Work within the limits of your experience and knowledge
Technical Educational Products
- ST0574: Ordnance munitions and explosives (OME) professional (integrated degree) - Research and Development Professional (Level 6) Approved for delivery
- Reference:
- OCC0574C
- Status:
- Approved occupation
- Average (median) salary:
- £44,134 per year
- SOC 2020 code:
- 2129 Engineering professionals n.e.c.
- SOC 2020 sub unit groups:
- 2129/99 Engineering professionals n.e.c.
- 2111/04 Research and development chemists
- 2125/99 Production and process engineers n.e.c.