Explosive Test Operator (2424) ATSS

TRAX International; Maryland; On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental

3.5 weeks personal leave

11 paid holidays

401(k) and retirement plans

HSA/FSA options

Job summary

TRAX International is seeking an Explosive Test Operator at Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD. You will support testing of track and wheeled combat vehicles, operating and maintaining weapons, systems, and communication gear under qualified supervision.

The role requires NAVSCOLEOD, UXO qualifications, and certifications in Ammunition Level III, Explosive Test Operator, and HAZWOPER within specified timelines. You will work on hazardous waste management, demolition planning, and field testing under

Qualifications

• Must hold NAVSCOLEOD certificate.
• DDESB TP-18 UXO qualifications required.
• Within 9 months: Ammunition Skill Level III and Explosive Test Operator certifications.
• HAZWOPER certification within 6 months of employment.
• CDL with HAZMAT endorsement and air brake unrestricted.
• License to operate forklifts up to 25,000 lb and other equipment.
• Security clearance for AA&E access within 6 months.
• Respiratory protection qualification required (medical, fit tests).

Responsibilities

• Perform operations related to ammunition and explosives testing.
• Inspect/modify foreign or domestic ammunition per SOPs and risk assessments.
• Review drawings, x-rays, and schematics before modifications.
• Plan safe ammunition modification for static detonation.
• Review test plans to meet requirements.
• Collect data and prepare inspections on munition damage.
• Prepare explosive charges and firing circuits for tests.
• Conduct searches for unexploded ordnance and components.
• Manage hazardous waste munitions and regulatory compliance.

Skills

NAVSCOLEOD cert

UXO qualification

Ammunition Level III

Explosive Test Operator

HAZWOPER

HAZMAT CDL

Forklift license

AA&E clearance

Respiratory protection

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hydraulic presses

Crimping machines

Bullet pull machines

Resizing presses

Sewing machines

Job description

Explosive Test Operator (2424) ATSS

Job Code: 2026:0409-053

Location: Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

FT/PT Status: Full Time

Business Sector: Test Range Operations

Under the direction of more qualified personnel, performs a variety of tasks associated with testing track or wheeled combat vehicles to include operating and maintaining vehicles, weapons, systems, and communication equipment while supporting firing programs and test missions, on and off test courses and firing ranges.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides technical advice and performs operations related to ammunition and high explosives
• Applies concepts, policies, and guidelines contained in applicable SOPs/Risk Assessments to thoroughly inspect and/or modify foreign and/or domestic ammunition or explosives
• Reviews available models, drawings, x-rays, and schematic diagrams prior to the modification of domestic or foreign ammunition/explosives
• Formulates plans to modify ammunition safely and effectively for static detonation
• Reviews test plans to ensure that all technical test requirements are met
• Collects test data and prepares inspection reports on damage to munitions before and after rough handling, packaging, or transportation tests or munitions that have been fired and recovered for analysis tests
• Prepares explosive charges for static detonation tests and employs series, parallel, and combination firing circuits to fire charges
• Conducts searches of firing and recovery ranges for hazardous unexploded ordnance and other live and inert ammunition components
• Collects unserviceable, deteriorated, and obsolete explosives and residue, ammunition and ammunition components from loading plants, test sites, and storage areas?
• Prepares demolition pits, determines compatibility of items to be placed in pits for destruction, and engages in demolition operations by burning or detonation in accordance with Federal and State environmental regulations and permits

Equipment Operation and Maintenance

• Operates, adjusts, sets up, and maintains locally fabricated and Ammunition Peculiar Equipment specialized for the mission, such as hydraulic presses, crimping machines, bullet pull machines, resizing presses, sewing machines, primer insertion/removal machines, spent brass sorting machines, band saws, torque machines and fuse assembly and disassembly machines
• Operates heavy machinery directly or by remote control, from behind barricades or inside bomb proofs. Uses a variety of hand tools and devices, such as portable propane burners, oxyacetylene torches, and equipment for residual propellant decontamination and demilitarization of tracers in projectiles. Uses a variety of magnetometers to search for unexploded ordinance?

Satellite Accumulation Site(s) (SAS)/Temporary Storage Site (TSS)/Temporary Storage Disposal Facility (TSDF) Management

• Assists in the management and disposal of Hazardous Waste Munitions (HWM) by ensuring compliance with requirements relative to receiving, labeling, marking, handling, storing, packaging, inventory, and record-keeping of HWM?
• Performs mandated inspections of the SAS, TSS and the TSDF Open Burning/Open Detonation (OB/OD) as promulgated by Federal, State, DOD, and local regulations?
• Incumbent may work in different areas to include ammunition, weapons, environmental conditioning, or ballistics
• Provides full range of ammunition/explosives accountability functions, including physical inventories, data input/output, compatibility storage, research, ammunition warehousing, and similar functions?
• Processes issue and turn-in of ammunition and explosive materials
• Prepares JHAs and conducts/participates in HAWGs for ammunition processes and modifications?
• Provides job related training to various audiences and conducts munitions related research

Qualifications

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Shall possess and provide a Certificate of Completion from the Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal (NAVSCOLEOD)
• Sufficient number of UXO personnel qualified in accordance with Department of Defense Explosives Safety Board (DDESB) Technical Paper (TP) 18 to accomplish the UXO and MPPEH missions.
• Shall possess, within 9 months of employment: a) Ammunition Skill Level III Certification in accordance with ATC Regulation 350-8 b) Explosive Test Operator Certification in accordance with ATC Regulation 350-7
• Shall possess a certification for Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) within 6 months of employment
• Shall possess a Class C Commercial Driver's License (CDL) endorsed for Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) and unrestricted for air brakes
• Shall possess license to operate forklifts up to 25,000 pounds, backhoes, farm tractors, bulldozers, and other required support equipment
• Shall possess a clearance for unaccompanied access to Arms, Ammunition, and Explosives (AA&E) within 6 months of employment
• Shall be Respiratory Protection qualified, to include medical screening, fit checks, and Respiratory Protection Training

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• The work of this position is performed in the field where you are subject to the environment and sometimes in an environmentally controlled office environment
• Must be capable of lifting 105 pounds chest high unassisted repeatedly during the duty day
• Must be able to lift and transport 105 pounds unassisted over level ground for 50 feet
• Must be able to ascend and descend equipment
• Must be tolerant of frequent weapons systems firings
• Must not have color vision deficiency
• Must have good manual dexterity
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for work tasks assigned
• Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities

Terms of Employment and Eligibility Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screening periodic retest
• Must be able to successfully complete a background screening
• Must possess or be able to obtain a security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment

The above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this position. TRAX International reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

Other Job Information

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

TRAX is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports contributions of all individuals. TRAX is an equal opportunity employer of minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, familial status, pregnancy, ancestry, national origin, handicap, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Rate of Pay/Benefits

Hourly Rate: $58.03

Benefits Information

Our company offers a generous benefits package including 3.5 weeks of personal leave (accrued) and 11 paid holidays. This position is eligible for health, vision, and dental care with options for employee only, employee plus one, employee and children, and family coverage. As well as company provided Short-Term Disability, AD&D, Life Insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program. Other optional benefits include retirement plans through a 401(k) and Roth IRA, Dependent Care FSA, Healthcare FSA, HSA Accounts (only for applicable high deductible plans), Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness Insurance, Hospital Insurance, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Insurance, and Legal Insurance.