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How much do entry level navy eod civilian jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level navy eod civilian in the United States is $19.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Navy Eod Civilian vs Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician?

AspectEntry Level Navy Eod CivilianExplosive Ordnance Disposal Technician
CertificationsBasic EOD training, security clearanceMilitary EOD training, security clearance
Work EnvironmentGovernment, civilian agencies, controlled environmentsMilitary, field operations, hazardous sites
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, defense contractorsMilitary branches, defense services

Both roles involve handling explosive devices and require similar certifications and security clearances. The main difference is that Entry Level Navy Eod Civilian positions are civilian roles within government or contractors, while Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians are military personnel. The civilian roles typically focus on support and analysis, whereas military EOD technicians perform field operations and combat-related tasks.

Is it hard to get into Navy EOD?

Getting into Navy EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) is highly competitive and requires meeting strict eligibility criteria, including physical fitness, security clearance, and specialized training. Candidates typically need a strong background in science or technical skills, pass the ASVAB test, and complete the EOD training program, which is rigorous and demanding.

What are the most commonly searched types of Navy Eod Civilian jobs?

The most popular types of Navy Eod Civilian jobs are:

Infographic showing various Entry Level Navy Eod Civilian job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,474 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

ADMINISTRATIVE/TECHNICAL SPECIALIST

Naval Sea Systems Command

Indian Head, MD • On-site, Remote

$143K - $197K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Summary
You will serve as an Administrative/Technical Specialist (EOD STILO) in the Assistant to the Executive Manager for EOD Technology and
Training Department, 00/TD - Command Division of NAVSURFWARCEN IH DIV.
This position is part of the Warfare Centers Personnel Demonstration Project.
The NT-06 pay band encompasses positions equivalent to the GS-14 and GS-15.
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Duties
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  • You will lead, manage, and coordinate the EODTT Threat Assessment process.
  • You will coordinate and synchronize all EODTT intelligence activities across the Services, Combatant Commanders and Command while maintaining a current file of technical intelligence requirements pertaining to activity acquisition and RDTE projects.
  • You will provide support to the EODTT capability assessment process; provide the EOD prioritized threat list, and details of the threats, help the groups analyze and make decisions about the ability to perform EOD missions against those threats
  • You will liaison with the EOD procedures developers to ensure they are using the EOD prioritized threat list to prioritize procedure development and updates.
  • You will maintain global awareness of Service activities and develop and maintain the EODTT Program's Technical Intelligence Requirements.
  • You will ensure that joint Service EOD weapon systems development and acquisition programs consider and use current threat intelligence germane to EOD and appropriate to their programs.
  • You will review proposed technical approaches and proposed technical development and test plans for appropriate and adequate intelligence needs and input.
  • You will serve as EODTT Program tasking authority for COLISEUM, develop and coordinate the submission of requests for threat support, Intelligence Production/Collection Requirements (IPRs/ICRs), and Statements of Intelligence Interest (SIIs).
  • You will assist the Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI) in obtaining EOD technical expertise when requested by the intelligence community via COLISEUM or other appropriate mechanisms.
  • You will maintain liaison with the STILOs and SIOs of other Services and commands, UARCs, RDTE Centers, and Laboratories, and act as the EOD primary point of contact with the intelligence community.
  • You will serve as the EODTT Program's tasking authority for required intelligence and threat support.
  • You will serve as the EODTT Program's point of contact to special inter-agency support between the Navy and other departments and agencies of the U.S. Government.
  • You will serves as EOD Scientific and Technical Intelligence Liaison Officer (STILO)

Requirements
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Conditions of employment
  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
  • MSP/PPP applicants must currently hold the required security clearance.
  • Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
  • This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.

Qualifications
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NT-05 (GS-13/14) grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: leading or executing explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) programs or operations to identify, develop, or implement technical intelligence requirements for advanced EOD technologies, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
Additional information
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.
A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.
Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf
PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation.
ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/
Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.
Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees.
A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized.
This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability to successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or final job offer being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits
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