Unexploded Ordnance Technician II

RT&T Inc.; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC seeks an Unexploded Ordnance Technician II at Eglin Air Force Base, FL. This full-time position requires DoD clearance eligibility and a strong background in ordnance, explosives, and munitions.

You will support testing and training ranges across the ETTC complex, perform inspections, data collection, and reporting, and operate under strict safety and government procedures, including overtime and shift work as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be an ordnance school graduate with six years of applicable experience.
• Outstanding knowledge of explosive devices, fuses, propellants, pyrotechnics and munitions.
• Ability to work with laboratory equipment and follow detailed procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support testing and training ranges across the Eglin Test/Training Complex and Santa Rosa Island.
• Perform pre-, during-, and post-inspections; gather range data and generate reports.
• Coordinate with government range representatives and customers to ensure safety and mission success.
• May handle hazardous materials and operate vehicles or forklifts as required.

Skills

Explosives knowledge

Fuses

Propellants

Pyrotechnics

Munitions

Education

Ordnance school graduate

Job description

Unexploded Ordnance Technician II - (R-114-26)

Job Title

Unexploded Ordnance Technician II

# of Hires Needed

1

Security Clearance Required

Secret

Work Location

Eglin Air Force Base, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Exemption Type

Non-Exempt

Education

Industry Certification

Journeymen

Category

Hourly/Annual Rate

39.69

Job Description

UXO TECHNICIAN II

Mission Department

Open Position Request Number R-114-26

CLASSIFICATION : Unexploded Ordnance Technician II ; CBA Rate $39.69

GRADE: Non-Exempt; Regular Full-time

POSTING DATE: Internal Applicants (10/29/2026) / External Applicants (11/04/2026)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions include the ability to support, without direction, the testing/training ranges activities located in numerous geographical locations on the Eglin Test/Training Complex including Santa Rosa Island and performing minor repairs of training range infrastructures and training apparatuses. Functions may include performing pre-inspections, during inspections and post inspections for range users and training units; assisting test customers; inspecting range facilities and training apparatuses; gathering range/training data; generating reports; inspecting vehicles; performing housekeeping; other duties as assigned. Works closely with the government range representative as well as AFSOC customers. Attends required meetings associated with AFSOC support and company objectives. Work is spread over the entire ETTC complex to include Santa Rosa Island. Responsible for understanding capabilities of SRI Sites and providing customers with information to help with site selection. Responsible for ensuring scheduled training support is carried out, and range inspections are provided IAW AFSOC training schedules. Ensure daily reports are generated and provided to the supervisor. Provides input for developing procedures and training materials. Ensures daily activities are performed to expected standards. Enforces USAF, company, maintenance and control procedures as required. May be required to work shift work, overtime and weekends and in adverse weather conditions. May be required to handle hazardous materials and/or hazardous waste.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Must have an outstanding knowledge of explosive devices, fuses, solid propellants, pyrotechnics, and munitions.
• May provide research and development level support in preparing explosive charges from raw materials.
• May be required to have outstanding knowledge of explosive chemicals.
• May be required to work from detailed procedures and processes, often self-developed, that ensure adequate safeguards and proper criteria are met at all times while working with the various types of explosives/munitions.
• Exercises independent judgment directly reporting to the site supervisor/group leader.
• May be required to work directly with the customer, providing support.

Job Requirements

OTHER DUTIES: May be required to advise and work closely with higher-level personnel to ensure that adequate coordination and safety parameters have been established prior to acceptance of non-routine task assignments. Other functions require housekeeping and other job-related tasks. May be required to handle hazardous materials and/or hazardous waste.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be an ordnance school graduate and have six years applicable experience. The Unexploded Ordnance Specialists specializing in the preparation of explosive charges will be required to have technical/military training and six years’ experience in conducting explosive processing/loading operations in a research and development environment. Must be able to use laboratory scales, machinery and other instruments as needed. All unexploded ordnance specialists must be knowledgeable in the areas of chemical and/or material capability to ensure that munitions storage requirements are adequately established. In-depth knowledge of aircraft, weapons, munitions, ammunition and other ordnance used by AFSOC and SOF is preferred.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: Supports E-OMS operational objectives. Observes company Quality, Safety, Environmental, Security and Administrative policies; supports Process Improvement. May be required to operate forklifts and required to operate general-purpose vehicles. May require a Class “A” CDL and training to meet CFR 49/DOT requirements for storage and transporting hazardous materials/explosives.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is performed both inside and outside under a variety of environmental conditions, subjected to noise, fumes, and dirt from explosions and other operations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Required to stoop, bend, kneel, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, and move heavy items.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is proud to be an Affluent Action & Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination.

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local laws or protected class.

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law. Any person with a disability needing special accommodation for the application process please contact Human Resources.

Applicants must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain the proper US DoD issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship. Security clearance eligibility may be discussed during the interview phase. Employment and start date are contingent upon the candidate receiving the required US DoD issued interim security clearance.