Kinetics Specialist

About the Role
You are at the heart of where precision meets production, turning complex kinetic designs into reliable, high performance reality. As Kinetics Specialist for Production, you step into a mission critical role where safety, quality, and execution must move in perfect sync. Reporting directly to the Head of Kinetics you become the technical anchor that keeps propulsion and energetic systems moving smoothly from design intent to industrial scale production.

About Destinus
At Destinus, we are revolutionizing the defense industry with cutting‑edge Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). Our innovative technologies are designed to meet the unique demands of modern defense operations, delivering unparalleled speed, precision, and cost effectiveness. Destinus partners with government agencies and defense organizations worldwide to provide advanced solutions for mission‑critical operations, enabling a new era of efficiency and technological superiority. Join us in shaping the future of defense with groundbreaking aerospace innovations.

What You’ll Do
Production Support & Technical Oversight

Technical support for production of kinetic defense items including projectiles, warheads, rocket motors, and explosive components

Monitoring, optimizing, and troubleshooting manufacturing processes to ensure quality, efficiency, and performance

Coordination with engineering and production teams to implement design updates, process improvements, and corrective actions

Root cause and failure analysis for defects, non-conformances, and test results

Technical ownership of kinetic systems including munitions, energetics, rocket motors, fuses, and guided systems

Support system integration activities and validation testing of prototypes and production units

Oversight of handling, storage, transport, and disposal of energetic materials

Development of SOPs, hazard analyses, risk assessments, and compliance with explosive safety standards

Design and setup of production and handling sites for energetic materials

Management of ammunition tracking, serialization, and lifecycle documentation

Safety, Security & Compliance

Technical authority for explosive safety and occupational health risks

Execution of safety audits, inspections, and regulatory compliance activities

Leadership of incident investigations when required

Safety analysis and site design aligned with local and international regulations

Quality Assurance & Process Control

Analysis of process control data and implementation of continuous improvement actions

Support product qualification, certification, and manufacturing change approvals

Maintenance of production records, test documentation, and configuration control

Organizational & Administrative Support

Scheduling, resource coordination, and project tracking support for the Kinetics team

Preparation of technical reports, presentations, and documentation

Coordination with procurement, supply chain, and logistics teams

Support budgeting, cost estimation, customer interactions, and program reviews

Mentoring junior engineers and technicians

What You’ll Need

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline with 5+ years of experience in munitions, defense manufacturing, or energetic materials.

Proven hands‑on expertise in kinetic weapons systems and explosive production within regulated defense environments.

Strong technical knowledge of propellants, explosives, energetic manufacturing processes, and materials science.

Experience with quality systems, statistical process control, CAD tools, and technical documentation.

In‑depth understanding of explosive safety standards, military regulations, and defense trade compliance.

Exposure to advanced and emerging defense production technologies and kinetic systems.

Demonstrated technical leadership, structured problem‑solving, and a strong safety‑first mindset.

High attention to detail, clear communication skills, and effective cross‑functional collaboration.

Adaptable, proactive, and driven by continuous improvement.

In‑depth knowledge of explosive safety standards (NATO AASTP‑1, MIL‑SPEC and other regulations).

Understanding of ITAR, EAR, and defense trade compliance requirements.

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