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Explosive Specialist

AEVEX59 open roles

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Tampa, Florida, United States
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8.2% of postings close within 7 days. Measured by our own scanner across the market. AEVEX postings stay open a median of 36 days.

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  2. 3.6%3 days
  3. 8.2%7 days
  4. 15.2%14 days
  5. 34.0%30 days
This job: posted 13 hours ago

AEVEX median: 36 days open

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Work Arrangement

EOD Specialist role is based out of Tampa Fl with periodic OCONUS TDY’s up to 3 months. 60/30 CONUS/OCONUS

Travel as required to support operational and program needs, including OCONUS deployments of up to 3 months in duration (25% Travel Required).

Job Overview

The EOD Specialist is responsible for the safe handling, integration, testing, and production of explosive materials and munitions in support of operational, developmental, and production programs. This role includes support to Electronic Safe and Arm Devices (ESAD) and Electronic Safe and Arm Firing (ESAF) systems, explosive test planning and execution, and munitions production activities. The position requires both CONUS and OCONUS support, including extended deployments in support of operational requirements.

Essential Functions

Explosive Operations/Material Handling

• Conduct safe handling, movement, preparation, and accountability of explosives, propellants, pyrotechnics, and associated energetic devices

• Oversee and account for explosive material in accordance with DoD and company standards.

• Assemble and integrate explosive components into aerospace subsystems under detailed technical procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings.

• Analyze energetic explosive munitions

• Identify, recover, disarm, and dispose of unsafe explosive One Way Attack (OWA) platforms.

• Maintain and inspect equipment, vehicles, and technical data associated with explosive operations.

• Answer technical questions related to explosives, firing systems, and safety protocols.

Energetic Systems Integration

• Support ESAD/ESAF system integration, testing, and safety validation, including hazard analysis and operational safety procedures.

• Provide explosive safety guidance and subject matter expertise for munition design, integration, and production activities.

• Read and interpret schematics, and technical data packages related to explosive systems and firing circuits.

• Develop and implement render safe procedures (RSPs) and safety protocols for explosive platforms.

Energetic Test Support

• Support test ranges and field operations, including integration and live-fire support.

• Conduct and support explosive testing operations, including test setup, execution, data collection, and post-test analysis.

• Provide formal instruction on unexploded ordnance (UXO), explosive safety, and handling procedures to military and civilian personnel.

• Support munitions production operations, including explosive handling, assembly, and quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) processes.

• Prepare technical reports, safety documentation, and test summaries for internal and external stakeholders.

• Perform other duties as required.

Standard Essential Functions

· Regular and reliable attendance on a full time basis [or in accordance with posted schedule].

· Responsible for exhibiting professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and is consistent with the company's policies and practices.

· Embodies AEVEX’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.

Qualifications and Competencies

• Knowledge of composition and characteristics of United States and foreign conventional,

• chemical, biological, improvised, and nuclear ordnance

• Knowledge of basic electronics as related to the role

• Knowledge of precautions, tools, and protective equipment required for response to release of hazardous substances as operations level first responders and level three technicians

• Knowledge of proper handling, use, rendering safe, and treatment of hazardous explosive wastes.

• Ability to remain calm under stress

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to obtain an explosives driver’s license.

Education / Certifications

• High School degree required along with applicable military experience.

• Graduate of Naval School Explosive Ordnance Disposal (NAVSCOLEOD)

• Certifications in explosive handling (NAVSEA, USAF, or Army Equivalent)

Experience

• 5+ years of EOD experience

• Prior experience supporting DOW in UAS loitering systems.

• Experience with explosive proofing and testing

• Experience supported SOF/ODA in an EOD capacity

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties the employee is:

• Frequently required to stand for extended periods of time

• Frequently required repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and/or fingers

For the purpose of this summary, occasionally is used to represent up to 1/3 of the time given to the work day, frequently represents 1/3 to 2/3 of the time and constantly represents 2/3 or more of the time.

Security Clearance

· Ability to obtain/maintain a Top-Secret DoD clearance, U.S. Citizenship required.

About AEVEX

AEVEX, headquartered in Solana Beach, California, supports the U.S. national security mission and partner nation needs around the world by providing full-spectrum aviation, remote sensing, and analysis solutions. The company's capabilities include custom design and engineering; rapid prototyping; sensor integration and sustainment; aircraft modification and certification; flight test instrumentation and support; mission operations service; advanced intelligence data processing, exploitation, and dissemination solutions; and tailored hardware and software mission-system tools. AEVEX uses agile and customized approaches to rapidly define, develop, and deliver specialized solutions for airborne special mission needs for the U.S. Government, partner nations, and commercial businesses. AEVEX has major offices in California, Florida, North Carolina, Ohio, and Virginia.

AEVEX provides a full suite of comprehensive benefits, including a 401(k)-retirement plan, comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance group coverage with a portion of the premiums paid by the company, professional development funds, and an Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) with counseling, legal help, child and elder care support, among other benefits for qualified employees.

Recruitment Communication Notice: All official correspondence regarding your application, application status, interviews, or the AEVEX hiring process will come directly from an AEVEX representative using an @aevex.com email address or through Greenhouse, our applicant tracking system. Please use caution with communications claiming to represent AEVEX from other email domains, and always verify the sender before responding or providing personal information.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

AEVEX is an Equal Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex (including pregnancy, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, military and veteran status, marital status, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, physical disability, mental disability, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

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