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Range Safety Specialist – Ground

Location: Quantico, VA
Company: Green Cell Consulting (GCC)
Status: Full-Time (Contingent Upon Contract Award)

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Support Marine Corps Training and Readiness

Green Cell Consulting is seeking a highly qualified Range Safety Specialist to support Marine Corps training and readiness. In this role, you will help shape the future of military training by ensuring the safe integration, deconfliction, and employment of ground-to-ground weapon systems across Marine Corps training ranges.

If you're passionate about range safety, tactical operations, and supporting the nation's most elite warfighters, we want to hear from you.

Important Application Instructions for Veterans

Because this position directly supports the U.S. Marine Corps, we highly encourage transitioning service members and veterans to retain their actual military terminology on their resumes. Please do not "civilianize" your military experience (e.g., use "Commanding Officer" rather than "CEO," or "Sergeant Major" rather than "Director of HR"). We understand and value your military ranks, titles, and operational experience.

About Green Cell Consulting

Founded in 2014, Green Cell Consulting is an ISO 9001:2015 Certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) committed to delivering superior learning and management services. Our core values—Trust, Service, and Value—guide our approach to providing purpose-driven individuals who deliver industry-leading services.

Position Summary

The Range Safety Specialist reports directly to the Project Manager and provides subject matter expertise and operational support for Marine Corps ground range safety programs. This role focuses on ground-to-ground weapons systems, surface danger zone analysis, and range safety policy implementation to ensure safe, compliant, and effective training execution.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Provide technical knowledge of Marine Corps Ground Range Safety IAW MCO 3570.1D to ensure deconfliction of ground range training and other activities occurring on Marine Corps ranges.
• Provide subject matter expertise on multi-service ground-to-ground weapons systems and delivery characteristics.
• Apply technical expertise in the Range Managers Toolkit (RMTK) Surface Danger Zone (SDZ) Tool IAW MCO 3570.1D.
• Interpret Marine Corps range safety policy and its relationship to Department of Defense (DoD) ground munitions policy.
• Provide knowledge and support to RTAM and Installation Range Management for advisory, programmatic, and training implementation related to current and future ground range operations IAW MCO 3550.10.
• Analyze and assess training-related danger zones including surface, weapon, explosive, laser surface, and noise areas, and their relationship to installation infrastructure and boundaries.
• Provide subject matter expertise in the development and execution of ground range safety policies and operational training programs.
• Support planning and execution of ground range safety activities as it pertains to range certification IAW MCO 3550.9A.
• Provide subject matter expertise in the planning, development, and execution of ground range safety training on operational ranges.
• Develop updated ground range safety guidance, SOUMs, and draft revisions IAW MCO 3570.1D.
• Provide analytical support for range safety and design activities supporting both CONUS and OCONUS training environments.
• Provide subject matter expertise in the development, implementation, and revision of ARSP-1, ARSP-2, and ARSP-3 documentation.

Minimum QualificationsClearance

• Active Secret security clearance required.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

• Minimum of one (1) year of Range Safety experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of U.S. military experience.
• Ideal candidate is a former SNCO or Officer with experience as a Range Safety Officer or Officer in Charge.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to design, write, and present training programs and safety materials.

Certifications

Required

• Range Safety Distance Learning (MarineNet)

Preferred

• RFMSS Functional Administrator Course
• Inter-Service Range Safety Course
• Range Managers Toolkit (RMTK) Course (formerly GIS for Range Managers)
• Weapons Danger Zone (WDZ) Course
• Range Airspace Manager Course

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

Green Cell Consulting complies with ADA regulations. Candidates must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Prolonged exposure to outdoor environments and active training ranges.
• Daily travel within training areas.
• Qualification as an authorized company driver is required (valid driver’s license, insurance, and acceptable driving record).

Benefits & Culture

At Green Cell Consulting, we are committed to supporting our employees and their families through a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. We regularly review our offerings to ensure we provide valuable benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a positive work environment.

Eligible full-time employees may participate in Green Cell benefit programs no later than the first day of the month following their date of hire.

Benefits Include

• Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Immediately Vested Company Match
• Professional Development Opportunities (Tuition Assistance, Memberships, LinkedIn Learning)
• Paid Holidays, Including Your Birthday
• Vacation Accrual Beginning on Day One, with Increases Based on Tenure
• Sick Leave Accrual with Carryover
• Annual Clothing Allowance
• Voluntary Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Voluntary TRICARE Supplement Insurance Option for Eligible Participants
• Paid Time Off for Community Service
• Employer-Paid Term Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees and Dependents
• Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements, plan terms, and company policy.

Why Join Green Cell Consulting?

At Green Cell Consulting, you will play a critical role in ensuring the safe execution of Marine Corps ground training operations by integrating weapons systems, range safety standards, and training requirements into mission execution. Our team works alongside experienced military and civilian professionals in an environment built on Trust, Service, and Value while directly supporting warfighter readiness.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Green Cell Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, business needs, and applicable legal requirements. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.