UXO Technician II

Amentum; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 89,779 - 121,464; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Amentum seeks a UXO Technician II for the NTTR South area to provide technical oversight, support and set standards for UXO and support personnel conducting range clearance operations including unexploded ordnance (UXO)-related operations. Assigned tasks include ordnance response projects, reconnaissance, classification, disposal, transport and storage of UXO in compliance with laws.

Minimum qualifications include US citizenship, 8 years EOD/UXO experience, OSHA HAZWOPER training, and DoD

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required with 8 years EOD/UXO experience.
• Graduate of U.S. Naval School EOD; DoD Explosive Safety Board (Technical Paper-18) requirements.
• OSHA-compliant 40-hour HAZWOPER required.
• Explosives safety and UXO recognition knowledge; PPE usage.
• Must be able to operate office equipment and basic software.

Responsibilities

• Investigate MEC/MPPEH; identify munitions and fuses.
• Demilitarize MEC on-site and handle demolition materials.
• Inspect munitions and targets for explosive hazards.
• Supervise range clearance personnel and ensure safety compliance.
• Conduct risk-hazard analyses and equipment checks.
• Assist in reconnaissance and classification of UXO; locate subsurface UXO.
• Direct operation of magnetometers and related equipment.
• Handle transportation and storage of UXO; assist in disposal operations.
• Provide mission support and train lower-level technicians.

Skills

EOD/UXO experience

Safety compliance

Computer literacy

Team supervision

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

8 years EOD/UXO experience

OSHA HAZWOPER 40-hour training

DoD Explosive Safety Board training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Amentum is seeking a UXO Technician II for NTTR South area to provide technical oversight, support and sets standards for UXO and support personnel conducting range clearance operations including unexploded ordnance (UXO)-related operations. Assigned tasks include ordnance response projects, performs reconnaissance, classification, disposing, transporting, and storage of UXO complying with Federal, state and local laws.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Investigate for and identify MEC (Munitions and Explosives of Concern) and MPPEH (Material Potentially Presenting an Explosive Hazard), including explosive residues in media (soil, oil, etc.), on range, targets, target elements, buildings and installed equipment.
• Identify different types of military munitions, including whether a military munitions fuse is armed or unarmed.
• Perform on-site demilitarization of MEC and handling of demolition materials.
• Inspect munitions, munition components, and targets for the presence of explosive hazards
• Supervise personnel assisting in range clearances to ensure hazardous items are not inadvertently moved or removed.
• Inspect MPPEH IAW DoDI 4140.62 to identify and remove MDEH before it can be declared MDAS.
• Able to fully perform all UXOSP and for UXOTI and UXOTII functions.
• Perform risk-hazard analysis, maintenance and operator checks on all team equipment.
• Assist in performing reconnaissance and classification of UXO identification of US and foreign guided missiles, bombs and bomb fuses, grenades and grenade fuses, rockets and rocket fuses, land mines and associated components.
• Locate subsurface UXO using military and/or civilian magnetometers.
• Direct operator maintenance of military and/or civilian magnetometers.
• Locate surface UXO using visual means and assist in transporting and storing UXO.
• Responsible for demolition of materials, preparing non-electric firing system for all UXO disposal operation, preparing electric firing system for an UXO disposal operation and disposing of ammunition/explosives by burning.
• Dispose of ammunition/explosives by assisting in the operation of personnel decontamination station.
• Assist in the inspection of salvage UXO-related material and erection of UXO-related protective works.
• Provide additional operational mission, test, and exercise support as required.
• May provide instructions or work direction to lower level technicians.
• Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent and 8 years of EOD/UXO experience, prior military EOD and/or commercial UXO experience in munitions, response actions or range clearance activities, as appropriate for the contracted operation, plus specific project/explosives safety training.
• Must be a graduate of U.S. Naval School EOD and meet the requirements of the DoD Explosive Safety Board (Technical Paper-18). Completed 200 hours of training on MEC (Munitions and Explosives of Concern), and MPPEH (Material Potentially Presenting an Explosive Hazard).
• Graduate of an OSHA-compliant (29 CFR 1910.120) 40-hour HAZWOPER course.
• Explosives safety; recognition of munitions and MEC, particularly UXO; and the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Must be computer literate in common software applications and able to operate general office equipment.
• Must be able to operate forklift or material handling/lifting devices, and demonstrate experience working in procedurally, environmental and safety compliant environment.
• Unexploded ordnance experience desired.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state issued motor vehicle drivers' license.
• Position requires the ability to qualify for and maintain a US Government Secret security clearance. Note: US citizenship is required to obtain a US Government Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred possession and maintenance of a valid Commercial driver's license (CDL) with a hazardous materials (HAZMAT) endorsement.

Benefits:

This position includes a competitive benefits package. For more detailed information on our Benefits and what it is like to work for Amentum: please visit our careers site: www.amentumcareers.com

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

Works in proximity to toxic chemical munitions. May enter areas containing toxic chemicals or chemical munitions. Work involves standing for long periods. May lift up to 50 pounds. May require work in high temperature, dusty or confined areas. May require work using and/or wearing protective equipment. The employee frequently is required to walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. The individual’s supervisor assures that the degree of risk is reduced to the lowest level. Required to work a schedule of rotating eight, ten (normally), or twelve-hour shifts, including weekends and holidays. Required to travelfrequently with overnight stays. Must be able to acknowledge and respond to emergency lights and sirens and be capable of wearing a protective mask.

Compensation Details:

$50.78

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

07/31/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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