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How much do explosive safety officer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for explosive safety officer in Virginia is $66,492.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,100.00 and $79,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an explosive safety officer?

Explosive Safety Officers are specialized professionals responsible for ensuring the safe handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of explosives. They develop, implement, and enforce safety protocols to prevent accidents involving explosive materials. Their duties often include conducting safety inspections, training personnel, and investigating incidents related to explosives. Explosive Safety Officers typically work for military, law enforcement, or industrial organizations where explosives are used or stored. Their work is vital to maintaining safety and compliance with regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an explosive safety officer?

To thrive as an Explosive Safety Officer, you need a deep understanding of explosive materials, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance, typically supported by relevant military or civilian certifications and experience. Familiarity with hazard analysis tools, risk management software, and compliance systems such as DoD Explosives Safety Management is essential. Exceptional attention to detail, strong communication skills, and decisive problem-solving abilities distinguish top performers in this role. These skills are crucial for preventing accidents, ensuring regulatory adherence, and safeguarding personnel and property in high-risk environments.

What are some common challenges explosive safety officers face when working with multidisciplinary teams?

Explosive Safety Officers often collaborate with engineers, site managers, and regulatory personnel, each with their own priorities and expertise. One common challenge is ensuring that all team members fully understand and comply with explosive safety protocols, especially in high-pressure or time-sensitive environments. Clear communication and regular training sessions are essential to bridge knowledge gaps and prevent misunderstandings. Building strong working relationships and maintaining open channels for safety concerns helps the team stay aligned and minimizes risk.

What is the difference between Explosive Safety Officer vs Blaster?

AspectExplosive Safety OfficerBlaster
CertificationsExplosive Safety Certification, OSHA trainingBlaster Certification, OSHA training
Work EnvironmentRegulatory compliance, safety oversight, site inspectionsHandling, preparing, and detonating explosives on-site
Industry UsageConstruction, mining, military, demolitionMining, construction, quarrying

While both roles involve explosives, the Explosive Safety Officer primarily oversees safety protocols and compliance, whereas the Blaster actively handles and detonates explosives. The Explosive Safety Officer ensures safe operations and regulatory adherence, while the Blaster executes the explosive activities on-site.

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Senior Safety and Occupational Health Professional - Explosives Safety

Concurrent Technologies Corporation

Arlington, VA • On-site

$77K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Senior Safety and Occupational Health Professional - Explosives Safety

Concurrent Technologies Corporation

Arlington, VA (or) Fort Rucker, AL

Minimum Clearance Required: N/A
Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust

Background Investigation Required


"In a rapidly changing world, preparedness is the key to success. As a part of the CTC Readiness Division, you will collaborate with experts and innovators to provide comprehensive cutting-edge strategies and solutions, innovative training technologies, and state-of-the-art analysis and decision support tools. Our readiness solutions improve safety and occupational health, support emergency response accountability, and ensure the continuity of vital operations. With CTC Readiness Division, you become part of a dedicated team shaping a safer, more secure future. Elevate your readiness posture and make a tangible impact in building a world that's better prepared for tomorrow's uncertainties."

Key Responsibilities:

  • Applies knowledge of explosives safety laws, policies, regulations, rules, procedures, and methods to advise policy
  • Assesses explosives and munitions safety programs for compliance with applicable laws and guidance
  • Advises explosives and munitions operations and logistics for continuous improvement in hazard reduction
  • Applies experience and knowledge of the means of preventing or reducing explosive mishaps,
  • Assists in planning, developing, and coordinating presentation materials for meetings and conferences.
  • Assists with the planning, preparation, and execution of meetings and conferences hosted by client.
  • Supports Government teams working to maintain policy, procedure and technical standards.


Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in safety or related field preferred.
  • Minimum five (5) years' relevant experience.
  • Applied knowledge of explosives safety laws, policies, regulations, rules, procedures, and methods;
  • Experience with manufacture, storage, transportation, employment, and disposal of munitions, explosives, and energetic materials,
  • Training in effects of munitions, the means of preventing or reducing explosive mishaps, quantity-distance siting criteria and personnel safety;
  • Knowledge of explosives hazard classification, munitions storage, explosive ordnance inventory and disposition.
  • Able to obtain a successful adjudication of T-1 background investigation.


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Quality Assurance Specialist (Ammunition Surveillance) (QASAS) Training, EXPLOSIVES SAFETY PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE, Completion of AMMO-74 Explosives Safety Officer Orientation Course (CERT), or similar.


Salary:

  • The starting salary range for this position has been established as between $77,000 - $105,000. The Concurrent Technologies Corporation pay range for this job level is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.


Why CTC?

  • Our teams at CTC are passionate and thrive on collaboration in a team environment
  • When we encounter a difficult problem, we have a variety of talented and diverse employees that work together to solve the toughest challenges
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Although our work at CTC is extremely important, we also recognize the need for our employees to maintain a proper mix of work and personal life
  • Visit www.ctc.com to learn more


Join us! CTC offers exceptional career growth, cutting edge technology, educational opportunities, and recognition for quality work.

Concurrent Technologies Corporation Careers

Staffing Requisition: SR# 2026-0110

"We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law."

Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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