Ammunition Specialist / HAZ - JVA-2026-003

Red River Science & Technology

About The Position

The Ammunition Specialist, under general supervision, serves as a point of contact for the issuance, receipt, storage, and safeguard of ammunition and explosives (A&E) to authorized customers. Performs duties similar to a warehouse specialist with emphasis on the specific requirements for accountability and certification regarding the handling of ammunition and explosives.

Requirements

Must pass MHE testing and maintain licenses.
Must pass specialized training; ammunitions training…etc.
Must pass annual local background checks.
Must have warehousing experience.
Must be customer-service oriented.
Must possess and present a valid state Real I.D. Driver’s License.
Must possess high school diploma or equivalent.
Must be able to speak, write, read, understand English, and follow written/verbal directions.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be able to certify and maintain certifications and licenses as required.
Must be a self-starter; able to work as a team or independently, with limited supervision.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams).
Must be adaptable, flexible, and able to adjust to new or changing instructions.
Must be able to multi-task and complete assignments accurately and on time.
Must be able to maintain high standards of confidentiality.
Must be willing to work flexible hours to accommodate requirements, sometimes under short notice, to include days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Overtime may be required.
Ability to multitask and demonstrate attention to detail.
Must be reliable, responsible, and able to fulfill obligations.
Must be able to work both as part of a team and independently.
Must submit to and pass random drug and/or alcohol testing.
Must be a US Citizen.
Must be able to pass a National Criminal Background Check.
Must be able to pass the National Agency Background Check and obtain computer access.
Must be able to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC).

Responsibilities

Receives, stores and safeguards A&E in accordance with strict military and company standards.
Posts all required safety, fire, and hazard symbol signs in prominent locations in and around the Ammunition Supply Point, as required.
Performs security surveillance to ensure safety and fire prevention.
Stores A&E by compatibility groups, research, and maintain to meet all regulatory requirements.
Segregates live ammunition from expended ammunition.
Screens all brass (recoverable components), removes live ammunition and maintains expended brass until economically feasible for disposition.
Flags lots in bunkers upon receipt of lot suspension notices, overhead fire notices or lot restrictions.
Includes checks of ammunition currently issued.
Inspects incoming shipments for discrepancies.
Issues A&E to authorized customers.
Conducts inventories directed with zero tolerance.
Prepare hazardous material for shipment as directed by company policy and regulations.
Constructs and labels shipping containers, packs item and prepares shipment manifest.
May perform duties of other classifications that have a pay rate equal to or lower than the employee’s current rate.
Escorts motor carriers inside the ASP.
Reviews customer documents prior to data entry.
Assists other personnel assigned to the Ammunition Supply Point.
Operates and maintains material handling equipment (MHE).
Completion of daily timesheets required, ensuring accurate data, both manually and via required system.
Must perform other duties in accordance with requirements as directed.