Unexploded Ordnance Technician III

Reliance Test And Technology; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC seeks an Unexploded Ordnance Technician III for the Eglin AFB, FL site. The role requires MEC clearance operations experience and the ability to support testing and training ranges on the ETTC complex, including Santa Rosa Island.

The candidate should be an ordnance school graduate with six years of relevant experience, capable of inspections and data reporting, and able to brief customers effectively. On-site work and security clearance are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Requires ordnance school graduate and six years of applicable experience.
• Experience with MEC clearance operations and on-site MEC management.
• Ability to perform pre-, during-, and post-inspections for range users and training units.

Responsibilities

• Support testing and training ranges across ETTC and Santa Rosa Island.
• Inspect range facilities and training apparatus; gather data and generate reports.
• Provide verbal briefings and maintain customer rapport; assist in range inspections and maintenance.

Skills

UXO knowledge

On-site inspection

Clear briefing

Education

Vocational / Trade School / Military Education

Tools

Eglin CSE

Job description

Reliance Test & Technology

Job Title:

Unexploded Ordnance Technician III

Security Clearance Required:

Secret

Location:

Eglin AFB, FL, US 32542

Job Type:

Full-time

Education:

Vocational / Trade School / Military Education

Career Level:

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Category:

Technicians

Job Description:

UNEXPLODED ORDNANCE TECHNICIAN III

TRIMaC, Eglin AFB, FL

Open Position Request Number: R-94-26

CLASSIFICATION: Unexploded Ordnance Technician III; CBA Rate $47.57/Hr

GRADE: Non-Exempt; Regular Full-time

LOCATION: Eglin AFB, FL – On Site

POSTING DATE: Internal Applicants Only (09/17/2026) / External Applicants (09/23/2026)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

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.

GENERAL DUTIES:

• Must have outstanding knowledge in recognizing small arms munition, expended and unexpended explosive devices such as fuses, solid propellants, pyrotechnics. Experience with E-OMS AFSOC training ranges inspection procedures and maintaining training infrastructure/ranges is a plus.
• Knowledge of munitions utilized on the AFSOC training ranges is a plus.
• Experience with utilizing Eglin CSE is required.
• Experience developing and implementing procedures is a plus.
• Experience traversing the Eglin ranges, day and night, without a map is a plus.
• Knowledge and experience in proper range access procedures is required.
• Experience with the use of Microsoft Office Products is a plus.
• Must be able to provide verbal briefings and establish/maintain good rapport with customers.
• Will assist in range inspection operations and minor maintenance of AFSOC training ranges.
• May be required to locate subsurface UXO using specialized equipment.
• Exercises independent judgment directly reporting to the site supervisor.

Job Requirements:

OTHER DUTIES:

Experience in MEC clearance operations and will have combined active duty military EOD, contractor UXO experience. Must be able to fully perform all functions enumerated for UXO Sweep Personnel, UXO Technicians I and II. The UXO Technician III is required to perform the following functions: Overseeing and performing on-site disposal of MEC; preparing explosives storage plans in accordance with all applicable guidance; preparing required MEC administrative reports; preparing SOPs for on-site MEC operations; performing risk hazard analyses; conducting daily site safety briefings; and supervising the conduct of all on-site evolutions directly related to MEC operations. 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 ETTC operational objectives. Observes company Quality, Safety, Environmental, Security and Administrative policies; supports Process Improvement. May be required to operate forklifts and general-purpose vehicles. May be required to obtain and maintain a Class "A" CDL and training to meet CFR 49/DOT requirements for storage and transporting hazardous materials/explosives. 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. Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

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:

Occasionally required to stoop, bend, kneel, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions, and move heavy items. May be required to ascend/descend multiple stairs to perform work related duties.

Note:

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.

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Reliance Test & Technology, LLC maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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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.

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