Junior Engineer - Explosive & Propellant

Job Purpose :

The Junior Engineer - Explosive & Propellant independently handles and stores explosive materials in compliance with safety guidelines, executing assembly tasks for warhead modules and propulsion subsystems. This role conducts testing and validation activities while ensuring adherence to safety protocols and documentation to support quality assurance efforts.

Role and Responsibility

Technical Operations in Explosives & Propellants :

Independently handle, transport, and store explosive materials in compliance with STEC safety guidelines and SOPs.

Carry out identification, segregation, and inspection of explosive raw materials, including warheads, pyros, and grains.

Apply knowledge of explosive sensitiveness, compatibility, and shelf-life in material preparation and work planning.

Support QC activities by following standard checklists and recording data related to explosive lot traceability and performance.

Assembly & Integration of Warheads and Propulsion Subsystems :

Execute assembly of warhead modules and rocket motor stages, including placement of liners, seals, igniters, and nozzles.

Integrate propellants and grains with mechanical structures under clean and controlled conditions.

Conduct stage-wise documentation of explosive integration activities, including weight verification, mechanical fit checks, and sealing protocols.

Participate in inter-departmental coordination for hardware readiness, tool availability, and fixture setup for assembly.

Testing & Validation Activities :

Perform standard pre- and post-integration checks on explosive subassemblies, including visual inspections and mechanical integrity validations.

Set up and operate basic test rigs to check propulsion system parameters (e.g., grain alignment, insulation bonding, nozzle fit).

Support dry runs and dummy tests prior to live assembly to ensure process validation and operator safety.

Conduct environmental test and static firing as the document.

Safety, Risk Mitigation & Regulatory Compliance :

Conduct risk assessments for explosive handling tasks and implement mitigation strategies in collaboration with safety officers.

Enforce compliance with explosive zoning regulations, PPE protocols, grounding rules, and static elimination measures.

Organize and participate in periodic safety drills, toolbox talks, and emergency preparedness activities.

Ensure proper classification, storage, and hazard labelling of all explosive material in alignment with regulatory standards and STEC guidelines.

Explosive Disposal & Demolition :

Assist in planning and execution of disposal tasks for unserviceable, aged, or defective explosive materials.

Prepare disposal documentation, coordinate transportation logistics, and participate in site-level demolition tasks under minimal supervision.

Maintain proper recordkeeping and regulatory reporting for all disposal activities in line with defense protocols.

Solid Rocket Propulsion System Integration :

Carry out inspection and integration of solid rocket motor components, including propellant grains, igniters, seals, and thermal protection systems.

Identify mismatches and tolerance issues during integration and recommend engineering drawing updates based on field experience.

Create checklists, track progress, and ensure hardware compliance with design intent during each assembly stage.

Support static testing, alignment verification, and dimensional integrity checks of propulsion systems.

Documentation, Reporting & Traceability :

Maintain detailed records of explosive handling, assembly, and testing using structured documentation formats.

Contribute to updates of SOPs, work instructions, and integration logs based on on-ground experience.

Ensure traceability of explosive batches, hardware revisions, and integration configurations.

Educational Background :

Diploma / BE / BTech in Mechanical, Chemical, or Ammunition Technology.

Work Experience :

2–5 years in integration / testing of explosives, warheads,motors and environmental testing

Industry Knowledge :

Good understanding of warhead assembly, safety zoning, explosive limits, and hazard classification systems.

Contact -

Aditya Sharma

8769687808

Aditya.sharma4@adani.com

Joy.Saha@adani.com

• 91 9898791075