Explosives Handler - DoD Range Testing

Koitecc Solutions; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is hiring an Explosives Handler at Dugway Proving Ground, UT to support DoD testing and operations. The candidate will handle explosives, calculate quantities, and work with propellants and specialized equipment in a safety‑focused environment.

The successful applicant will be a DoD‑cleared, U.S. citizen with EOD experience or training, pass preemployment screenings, and maintain a professional, compliant work standard on a busy DoD range.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ideal candidates will have graduated successfully from the U.S. Military Explosive Ordnance (EOD) school and possess the necessary knowledge and practical experience to safely support EOD- related testing, training, and operations.
• Completion of formal training on the types and characteristics of explosives and their use in demolition and for special uses.
• Three (3) years of experience in the use and handling of explosives.
• Position requires WDTC Certification and if so, certification training will be provided by WDTC government personnel when assigned or hired into this specialized position.
• Ability to calculate the type and quantities of explosives required to accomplish a specific mission.
• Experience in working with powder and propellants.
• Experience operating scales, measuring devices, ring gauges.
• Experience with center-of-gravity, moment-of-inertia and other equipment commonly used with explosives.
• Ability to read and interpret ammunition drawings.
• Current Driver's License required; must be able to be insured through company's vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
• U.S. Citizenship required and you must have a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance prior to hire date and maintain this clearance throughout employment.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical, as well as periodic retests.
• All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver's Record, and a Criminal Background Investigation.

Responsibilities

• Use explosives for demolition and for special uses.
• Research and review technical data for weapons systems under test.
• Calculate the type and quantities of explosives required to accomplish a specific mission.
• Work with powder and propellants.
• Operate scales, measuring devices and ring gauges.
• Use center-of-gravity, moment-of-inertia, and other equipment commonly used with explosives.
• Handle, disassemble, and assemble ammunition and components.
• Read and interpret ammunition drawings.

Skills

Explosives handling

Ammo handling

Reading drawings

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

EOD school graduation

Tools

WDTC Certification

Scales & gauges

Powder & propellants

Job description

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is hiring an Explosives Handler at Dugway Proving Ground, UT to support DoD testing and operations. The candidate will handle explosives, calculate quantities, and work with propellants and specialized equipment in a safety‑focused environment.

The successful applicant will be a DoD‑cleared, U.S. citizen with EOD experience or training, pass preemployment screenings, and maintain a professional, compliant work standard on a busy DoD range.