EOD Training Support Technician

Dawson; Panama City (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) program with employer match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Flexible work environment

Job summary

Dawson is hiring for an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Support position at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. The role focuses on developing training operations, observing training, and complying with safety requirements for EOD activities.

Candidates must have at least 8 years of EOD experience, possess a valid driver's license, and be capable of maintaining a secret security clearance. Employees enjoy competitive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a flexible work environment.

Qualifications

• Must maintain a valid Driver’s License.
• Must have Secret Eligibility Security Clearance.
• 8 years of EOD experience minimum.
• Competent experience in machining.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manufacture UXO and IED training devices.
• Observe and refine course material during training scenarios.
• Support EOD Section’s training requirements and operations.
• Comply with safety requirements during training.

Skills

EOD experience

3D CAD/design software

Public speaking

Knowledge of EOD functions

Education

NAVSCOLEOD Graduate certification

Tools

Explosive simulators

3D printing equipment

Job description

Summary

This work is focused on providing Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Support to the 801st Red Horse Training Squadron at Tyndall Air Force Base, Florida. The work is on-site in Florida, with normal hours of operation shall be continuously from 0700-1600, Monday through Friday, unless otherwise stated to support specific tasks. Daily tasks may include but are not limited to scheduling and setup for EOD training courses and Combat Support Training Range (CSTR) training, training documentation, maintenance of EOD tools and equipment, maintenance of munitions accounts, equipment and munitions documentation, drafting plans and procedures, reviewing EOD technical reports and making recommendations to management, run unit “checklist”, and ground and explosive safety requirements. The work location for this position will be at Tyndall AFB, Florida.

Job Description

• Develop quality training operations in coordination with NCOIC, EOD Training, on a variety of technical subject matter, including TCCC, EOD mission areas, and military tactics.
• Observe student training during complex training scenarios and utilize observations to refine course material.
• Prepare instructional program in accordance with training or other course requirements and assembling presentation materials.
• Select and/or develop teaching aids such as Points of Instruction, Courseware instruction, wall charts, prepared notes, tape recordings, radio, television, films, film strips, and training handbooks.
• Develop and manufacture Intelligence-based, real-world UXO and IED training devices.
• Maintain SIPRNET and EODIMS access to research current threat trends.
• Support EOD Section’s ability to instruct, conduct range operations, and training requirements with adequate equipment within reasonable and required timelines.
• Set up and emplace training scenarios involving inert UXOs and IEDs for EOD teams to respond to during training courses.
• Comply with DoW, Air Force ground and explosive safety requirements IAW DAFMAN 91-203, as related to EOD.
• Assist fellow contractors in fulfilling their responsibilities to support EOD and CSTR training. Perform road guard duty during explosive operations, ensuring unauthorized personnel cannot enter the range.
• Utilize explosive simulators e.g. Explotrain and Improvised Electronics to simulate attacks during field exercises and training scenarios.
• Assist in CSTR training instruction as requested by the unit in training.
• Follow all applicable security procedures and training requirements to ensure proper storing, processing, and handling of unclassified, classified and /or Controlled Unclassified Information.
• Other assigned duties

Qualifications/Experience

• Must maintain a valid Driver’s License
• Must have the ability to obtain/maintain a Common Access (CAC) Card
• Must have the ability to obtain/maintain a Secret Eligibility Security Clearance (eg. Tier 3 supporting investigation)
• Must hold an Honorable Discharge if personnel are prior military
• Must demonstrate the ability to speak in front of large groups
• NAVSCOLEOD Graduate (DD214 and Graduation Certification Required) or equivalent.
• Prior EOD with minimum Senior Badge
• 8 years of EOD experience minimum
• Knowledgeable in all aspects of Flight‑Level Air Force EOD functions with a desired level of increased knowledge in Air Force training and scheduling. Familiarity with EOD Information Management System (EODIMS).
• Competent experience in 3D CAD/design software, 3D printing, and machining.

We are an Equal Opportunity/VEVRAA federal contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We offer a best‑in‑class benefits program including medical, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; paid vacation and sick leave; employer‑paid basic life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; and a flexible work environment. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including critical illness coverage; accident insurance; identity theft coverage; pet insurance, and more.

We give preference to internal candidates. If no internal candidate meets our qualifications, external candidates will be given consideration.