89B Ammunition Specialist

National Guard; Worland, Northern (WY, KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

National Guard Ammunition Specialist role focusing on receiving, storing, documenting, and issuing conventional ammunition and related items. Training includes Basic Training and Advanced Individual Training with civilian job prospects in ordnance fields.

Responsibilities cover maintaining accurate records, using stock control systems, and evaluating weapons for repair or disposal while preparing for potential civilian career paths in government or industry.

Qualifications

• Interest in algebra, chemistry, physics, geometry and trigonometry.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Willingness to learn ordnance handling and documentation procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate stock control and accounting procedures for ammunition.
• Perform ammunition supply stock control using automated and manual methods.
• Inspect weapon systems to determine repair or destruction needs.

Skills

Stock control procedures

Ammunition handling

Effective communication

Tools

Inventory software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Firearms and other projectile weapons are only as good as the ammunition that goes in them. That makes the storage and distribution of ammunition - all ammunition - an undertaking of paramount importance. As the Ammunition Specialist, you’ll ensure this vital job is done correctly through precise handling, storage, and documentation of ordnance.

The primary responsibility of an Army National Guard Ammunition Specialist is to ensure the proper receipt, storage, documentation, and issuance of conventional ammunition, guided missiles, large rockets, and related items. These duties may include the inspection, modification, and demilitarization of various munitions. You will also learn how to maintain nuclear weapons, and how to handle, test, and maintain missiles and rockets.

Job Duties

• Operate computer hardware and software/utilities or keep manual records in order to perform stock control and accounting procedures
• Perform ammunition supply stock control and accounting duties using both automated and manual procedures
• Inspect weapon systems to determine need for repair or destruction

Some of the Skills You’ll Learn

• Ammunition identification and ammunition-related publications
• Explosives demolition operations
• Operation of automated and manual ammunition management systems

Helpful Skills

• Interest in algebra, chemistry, physics, geometry and trigonometry
• Ability to communicate effectively
Interest in planning and organizing
• Work calmly under stress

Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career with government agencies and private industries performing ordnance research and development. You might also consider a future as a bomb-disposal expert, gunsmith, or munitions manufacturer.

Earn While You Learn

Get paid to learn! In the Army National Guard, you will learn valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.

Job training for an Ammunition Specialist consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills, as well as seven weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field.