Ammunition Storage & Accountability Warehouse Specialist

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

UICGS / Bowhead Family of Companies is seeking an Ammunition Storage & Accountability Warehouse Specialist for the Strategic Weapons Facility Pacific in Bremerton, WA. This role involves strict inventory control of explosives, ensuring safety standards, and effective communication with various stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have experience in hazardous materials handling and be familiar with military supply systems. The job requires a security clearance and offers a target salary of $62K–$80K based on experience.

Qualifications

• Two to three years of specialized experience in ammunition tracking.
• Prior experience as a Marine Corps Ammunition Technician or Logistics Specialist.
• Must pass physical exams and drug screenings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strict inventory control and physical security of explosive ordnance.
• Perform daily data entry and tracking of assets.
• Receive and store explosive items according to safety standards.

Skills

Ammunition tracking

Hazardous materials handling

Microsoft Office

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Tools

Ordnance Information System (OIS)

Retail Ordnance Product Line (ROPL)

Material handling equipment (MHE)

Job description

Ammunition Storage & Accountability Warehouse Specialist (SWFPAC)

Bowhead seeks a Ammunition Storage & Accountability Warehouse Specialist at the Strategic Weapons Facility Pacific (SWFPAC) and Marine Corps Security Force Battalion (MCSFBn) logistics department at Naval Base Kitsap, Bangor WA.

Essential Functions

• Maintains strict inventory control, physical security, and precise data tracking of explosive ordnance
• Focus on the physical custody of Class 1 explosives, ensuring 100% stockpile accountability while maintaining earth‑covered magazine safety standards
• Execute cyclic, sensitive‑item, and wall‑to‑wall physical inventory counts of ammunition, missiles, explosives, and pyrotechnics by lot number and serial number
• Perform daily data entry and asset tracking within the Ordnance Information System (OIS) or Retail Ordnance Product Line (ROPL) to ensure the electronic inventory matches physical stockpiles
• Receive and store explosive items inside secure Earth‑Covered Magazines (ECMs), arranging assets according to strict Net Explosive Weight (NEW) limits and explosive compatibility matrixes
• Maintain real‑time tracking of ammunition physical conditions, segregating and documenting suspended, unserviceable, or deteriorated ordnance for inspection
• Audit shipping documents, ammunition turn‑in slips, and issue vouchers to ensure legal compliance with Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) P‑805 guidelines
• Inspect incoming ordnance shipments to verify seal integrity, hazardous material placarding, and matching alphanumeric manufacturing codes
• Safely operate specialized, spark‑enclosed (Type EE) and explosion‑proof (Type EX) material handling equipment (MHE) to move ordnance inside storage spaces
• Other duties as assigned
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Two to three (2–3) years of specialized experience in ammunition tracking, hazardous materials warehousing, or military arms room accountability
• Prior experience as a Marine Corps Ammunition Technician (MOS 2311) or Logistics Specialist (MOS 3043), or a Navy Aviation Ordnance man (AO) or Logistics Specialist (LS) with demonstrated ability to follow complex safety procedures
• Minimum one to two (1–2) years of experience handling industrial hazardous materials, chemical storage, or commercial explosives
• Enrollment in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP), which requires high standards of mental and physical stability, ethical conduct, and emotional maturity
• Familiarity with military supply systems, inventory control software, and material handling equipment
• Completion of DoD‑approved ordnance courses such as AMMO‑45 (Intro to Ammo) and AMMO‑64 (Class V Ammunition Real‑Time Tracking System)
• Formal instruction in Department of Defense (DoD) or Department of Transportation (DOT) HAZMAT regulations
• Capability to pass annual explosives‑handler medical surveillance exams, including strict vision, color‑differentiation, audiogram, and heavy weight‑bearing tests
• Must pass an initial and annual physical exam, including vision, hearing, and lifting tests, to ensure the capacity to handle heavy munitions safely
• Must pass initial and random ongoing urinalysis screenings under the federal drug‑free workplace program
• Have written and oral communications abilities commensurate with this management role
• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite – Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Ability to understand, speak, read, and write the English language
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, Government Representatives, and outside contacts
• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

Advanced Certification Requirements

• Advanced Navy/DoD certification in AMMO‑62 (Technical Transportation of Hazardous Materials), AMMO‑76, or equivalent Center for Ordnance Training programs
• Demonstrated mastery of NAVSEA OP 5 standards with the ability to build localized Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Active or clear eligibility for a state Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Hazardous Materials (X) Endorsement
• Master Material Handling Equipment (MHE) operator status specializing in explosive‑rated (EE and EX) assets

Target salary is $62K–$80K commensurate with experience

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

Environment

• Ammunition Storage & Accountability Warehouse Specialist is required to be on‑site
• Work areas consist of office and non‑office settings such supply, and transportation facilities
• Requires wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes safety glasses, protective‑toe footwear, gloves, and hearing protection as required

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS

Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.