Unexploded Ordnance Technician III

Reliance Test & Technology; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Test & Technology, LLC is seeking an Unexploded Ordnance Technician III to support inspection, testing, and maintenance across ETTC sites including Santa Rosa Island. The role requires strong UXO knowledge, range inspection experience, and the ability to work with customers and government representatives on-site.

Responsibilities include data collection, reporting, safety briefings, and range operations support.

Qualifications

• Ordnance knowledge and training are essential for UXO tasks.
• Experience with MEC disposal and on-site range operations preferred.
• Must hold or be able to obtain US DoD clearance (Secret or higher).

Responsibilities

• Inspect and support testing/training ranges at ETTC locations.
• Perform pre-, during-, and post-inspections of range facilities and equipment.
• Gather data, generate reports, and brief customers as needed.
• Assist with maintenance of range infrastructure and safety procedures.

Skills

Ordnance knowledge

MEC disposal experience

Security clearance

MS Office

Education

Ordnance School graduate

Tools

Eglin CSE

Job description

Unexploded Ordnance Technician III - (R-94-26)

Job Title

Unexploded Ordnance Technician III

# of Hires Needed

1

Security Clearance Required

Secret

Work Location

Eglin Air Force Base, FL

Job Type

Full-time

Exemption Type

Non-Exempt

Education

Vocational / Trade School / Military Education

Experienced (Non-Manager)

Category

Hourly/Annual Rate

47.57

Job Description

UNEXPLODED ORDNANCE TECHNICIAN III

Open Position Request Number: R-94-26

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

GRADE: Non-Exempt; Regular Full-time

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: 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 Affimative 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.