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TECHNICIAN

Indian Head, MD · On-site +1

$121K - $187K/yr

Summary You will serve as a TECHNICIAN (EOD Test Director) in the Warfighter Defense/System ... New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify ...

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

As of Aug 23, 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.

How hard is it to get into Entry Level Navy EOD?

Getting into an entry-level Navy EOD position is competitive and requires meeting strict eligibility criteria, including passing physical fitness tests, background checks, and specialized training. Candidates typically need a strong academic background, good problem-solving skills, and the ability to complete rigorous training programs such as Basic Underwater Demolition/SEAL (BUD/S) or EOD school.

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 96% Full Time, 3% 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.

TECHNICIAN

Naval Sea Systems Command

Indian Head, MD • On-site, Remote

$121K - $187K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

Summary
You will serve as a TECHNICIAN (EOD Test Director) in the Warfighter Defense/System Integration Department (W), Battle Lab (W4), EOD Technology Assessment Branch (W43) of NAVSURFWARCEN IH DIV.
The salary range shown above represents all of the positions within the band, including high grade positions. This is not a high-grade position; therefore, the salary may be limited to a GS-13 Step 10 (currently $158,322).
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Duties
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  • You will develop test plans and procedures to evaluate EOD tools and technologies, lead field/range testing, collect and analyzes test data, and provide reports and briefings to convey test results.
  • You will work with other test directors within the command and outside agencies during the project planning phase to ensure that explosive tests are designed for optimum data collection and documentation.
  • You will stay abreast of current explosive testing methodology and technology to ensure industry standards or most cost efficient methods are being utilized.

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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 a current Explosive Handler certification.
  • You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
  • 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.
  • You will be regularly exposed to the hazard of ordnance, ordnance by-products and a wide range of climatic conditions. However, the hazard may be reduced through the use of standard operating procedures and/or safety equipment.
  • 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-04 (GS-11/12 grade equivalency) pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: utilizing technical engineering methods and procedures to lead demonstrations, assessments, testing and evaluations of EOD equipment for the fulfillment of joint service mission requirements.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:
https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series
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https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/engineering-technical-series-0802/
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.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
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.
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.
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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.
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