Explosives Handler

Systems Application & Technologies•Dugway, UT

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is seeking an Explosives Handler to join their team at the U.S. Army Dugway Proving Ground (DPG) in Utah. SA-TECH is a Department of Defense (DoD) contractor specializing in various range operations, weapons testing, and technical support services. The Explosives Handler will support the West Desert Test Center (WDTC), a Major Range Test Facility Base (MRTFB) for chemical and biological defense. This role involves supporting chemical and biological (CB) and non-CB testing efforts, including environmental assessments, weapons demilitarization, explosive testing, and hazard assessments.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Three (3) years of experience in the use and handling of explosives.
Ability to calculate the type and quantities of explosives required to accomplish a specific mission.
Experience in working with powder and propellants.
Experience operating scales, measuring devices, ring gauges.
Experience with center-of-gravity, moment-of-inertia and other equipment commonly used with explosives.
Ability to handle, disassemble, and assemble ammunition and components.
Ability to read and interpret ammunition drawings.
Committed to maintaining a positive, collaborative work environment.
Current Driver’s License required; must be able to be insured through company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
U.S. Citizenship required.
Must have a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance prior to hire date and maintain this clearance throughout employment.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical, as well as periodic retests.
All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver’s Record, and a Criminal Background Investigation.

Nice To Haves

Graduated successfully from the U.S. Military Explosive Ordnance (EOD) school and possess the necessary knowledge and practical experience to safely support EOD- related testing, training, and operations.
Completion of formal training on the types and characteristics of explosives and their use in demolition and for special uses.

Responsibilities

Use explosives for demolition and for special uses.
Research and review technical data for weapons systems under test.
Calculate the type and quantities of explosives required to accomplish a specific mission.
Work with powder and propellants.
Operate scales, measuring devices and ring gauges.
Use center-of-gravity, moment-of-inertia, and other equipment commonly used with explosives.
Handle, disassemble, and assemble ammunition and components.
Read and interpret ammunition drawings.
Properly store, transport, and account for explosives.
Other duties as assigned.