Bowhead Support Services

Ammunition & Explosives (A&E) Handling, Storage, and Transportation Lead

Bowhead Support Services$75K — $95K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-6 years of specialized experience in military ordnance handling for A&E Storage and transport (e.g., Marine Corps MOS 2311 or Navy AO/LS)
  • 1-2 years of direct team lead or supervisory experience
  • Enrollment in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP) indicating high standards of stability and conduct
  • High school diploma or GED required, Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred in Logistics or Occupational Safety
  • Ability to pass annual explosives-handler medical exams including vision and weight-bearing tests
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
  • Effective written and oral communication skills to engage with various stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Lead a team in safely receiving and storing explosives.
  • Orchestrate complex ordnance logistics and distribution operations.
  • Optimize storage space within Earth-Covered Magazines according to safety protocols.
  • Plan secure routing and escort procedures for munitions transport.
  • Ensure compliance with NAVSEA OP 5 and DOT regulations on operations.
  • Validate inventory accuracy in the Ordnance Information System (OIS).
  • Audit transport vehicles for safety and compliance with regulations.

Benefits

  • On-site work environment with a focus on safety protocols.
  • Engagement in strategic naval deterrence and force protection.
  • Opportunity to lead and develop a team in a specialized field.
  • Potential for professional development in advanced certification programs.
Full Job Description
Overview

Ammunition & Explosives (A&E) Handling, Storage, and Transportation Lead (SWFPAC):

Bowhead seeks a Ammunition & Explosives (A&E) Handling, Storage, and Transportation Lead at the Strategic Weapons Facility Pacific (SWFPAC) and Marine Corps Security Force Battalion (MCSFBn) logistics departmentat Naval Base Kitsap, Bangor WA.

Responsibilities

Essential functions will include:

  • Leads a team of technicians and clerks executing safe receiving, earth-covered magazine storage, physical security, and convoy distribution of Class 1 explosives to support strategic naval deterrence and Marine force protection assets.
  • Responsible for orchestrating highly sensitive ordnance logistics
  • Oversee the tactical layout, strict segregation, and maximization of cubic foot capacities within Earth-Covered Magazines (ECMs) in accordance with explosive compatibility matrixes.
  • Plan and coordinate secure routing, security escorts, and fleet assets for moving strategic or conventional munitions across the regional area of responsibility.
  • Act as the direct on-site authority ensuring all operations comply with NAVSEA OP 5 (Ammunition and Explosives Safety Ashore), Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) P-805, and Department of Transportation (DOT) federal regulations
  • Validating transactional ledger entries within the Ordnance Information System (OIS) database to ensure 100% data alignment between physical stockpiles and systemic inventory accounts
  • Audit incoming and outgoing military tactical vehicles or commercial transport carriers to certify correct blocking, bracing, tie-down configurations, and placarding.
  • Serve as the designated authority verifying team proficiencies and administering localized Qualification and Certification (QUAL/CERT) boards for explosives handling personnel
  • Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
  • Minimum of three to five (3 6) years of specialized experience in military ordnance handling related to A&E Storage, accountability and transport (e.g., Marine Corps MOS 2311 Ammunition Technician or Navy AO/LS ratings),
  • Minimum of one to two (1 2) years in a direct team lead or supervisory capacity.
  • Enrollment in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP), which requires high standards of mental and physical stability, ethical conduct, and emotional maturity.
  • Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (GED)
  • Associate or bachelors degree preferred in Logistics or Occupational Safety
  • Capability to pass annual explosives-handler medical surveillance exams, including strict vision, color-differentiation, audiogram, and heavy weight-bearing tests
  • Have written and oral communications abilities commensurate with this management role.
  • Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
  • Ability to understand, speak, read, and write the English language.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, Government Representative, and outside contacts.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Advanced Certification Requirements:

  • Advanced Navy/DoD certification in AMMO-62 (Technical Transportation of Hazardous Materials), AMMO-76, or equivalent Center for Ordnance Training programs.
  • Demonstrated mastery of NAVSEA OP 5 standards with the ability to build localized Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Active or clear eligibility for a state Commercial Drivers License (CDL) with Hazardous Materials (X) Endorsement.
  • Master Material Handling Equipment (MHE) operator status specializing in explosive-rated (EE and EX) assets

Supervisory Experience:

  • Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities
  • Monitor/provide effective performance feedback through employee recognition, coaching, and disciplinary action.
  • Ensures flow of communication from upper management to employees and vice versa.

Target salary iscommensurate with experience

Physical Demands:

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time
  • Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

Environment

  • A&E Handling, Storage, and Transportation Lead is required to be on-site.
  • Work areas consist of office and non-office settings such supply, and transportation facilities.
  • Requires wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes safety glasses, protective-toe footwear, gloves, and hearing protection as required

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level.US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

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About Bowhead Support Services

Bowhead Support Services is a defense contractor that provides a range of services to the U.S. government and other customers. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia. Bowhead Support Services provides services in the areas of engineering, logistics, information technology, and security. The company has operations in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East. Bowhead Support Services is a subsidiary of Ukpea?vik Iñupiat Corporation, an Alaska Native corporation.
Learn more about Bowhead Support Services
Size
1,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$5 million
Founded
1996
5 Year Trend
+5%
Revenue
$100 million
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