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The HALO Trust

Ammunition Technical Specialists

$50K/yr

Ensure that all ammunition management products of the project comply with national and international technical standards and that all assessment, disposal, transport, storage and other ammunition ...

US Department of the Army

$74K/yr

Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act * Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 ... for industrial production, equipment maintenance, or fabrication operations; 2) utilizing ...

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)

$74K/yr

Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act * Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 ... for industrial production, equipment maintenance, or fabrication operations; 2) utilizing ...

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How much do ammunition production manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for ammunition production manager in the United States is $70,872.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56,000.00 and $80,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an ammunition production manager do?

An Ammunition Production Manager oversees the manufacturing process of ammunition, ensuring operations are safe, efficient, and compliant with regulations. Their responsibilities include managing production schedules, supervising staff, maintaining quality control, and coordinating with other departments to meet production targets. They also focus on safety protocols, equipment maintenance, and continuous process improvements to optimize productivity and product quality.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an ammunition production manager?

To thrive as an Ammunition Production Manager, you need a solid background in manufacturing processes, quality control, and safety regulations, typically supported by a degree in engineering or a related field. Familiarity with production management software, lean manufacturing systems, and relevant safety certifications such as OSHA are essential. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help you effectively manage teams and respond to production challenges. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring efficient, safe, and compliant ammunition production operations.

What are some common challenges faced by an ammunition production manager, and how can they be addressed?

Ammunition Production Managers often face challenges such as maintaining strict safety standards, ensuring consistent product quality, and meeting tight production deadlines. Managing a team in a high-stakes environment requires strong leadership and clear communication to prevent accidents and production delays. Staying updated on regulatory compliance and implementing continuous improvement processes are essential for overcoming these challenges and ensuring efficient, safe operations.

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Infographic showing various Ammunition Production Manager job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 19% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $70,872 per year, or $34.1 per hour.

PRODUCTION CONTROLLER (AMMUNITION)

Crane, IN • On-site

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)
Public Administration • 10K+ employees
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$89K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 3 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

U.S. Department Of Defense rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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Job description

About the Position: Crane Army Ammunition Activity (CAAA) mission is to safely receive, inspect, store, ship, renovate, demilitarize, and manufacture conventional ammunition, missiles, and related components to support Army and Joint Force readiness. CAAA remains nested with Army/AMC/JMC strategic priorities of Readiness, Future Force, People, and Reform.Qualifications:

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.

  • Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
  • Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
  • Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
  • Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
  • Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
  • Reinstatement
  • Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998


In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Experience required: To qualify based on your work experience, your resume must describe at least one year of experience which prepared you to do the work in this job.
Specialized experience: To qualify, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade/level (NJ-03). Specialized experience is defined as: 1) Determining the status of various aspects of ammunition production to support the overall mission (e.g., funding, procurement, tracking components or raw materials required, manufacturing, scheduling); 2) Analyzing work processes to recommend production process improvements and/or recommending methods/procedures to improve the efficiency/quality of operations; and 3) Maintaining Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems to assist with accurate scheduling, reporting and timelines.
Education cannotbe substituted for experience.
Applicants must meet basic eligibility requirements such as minimum qualifications, and other regulatory requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement.

Education:Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.Employment Type: OTHER

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