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ITnova

Ensures compliance with CNAFINST 4790.2, NAMP, explosive safety requirements, and applicable ordnance publications. * Maintains ordnance logs, records, and documentation using OOMA and required forms.

ITnova

Ensures compliance with CNAFINST 4790.2, NAMP, explosive safety requirements, and applicable ordnance publications. * Maintains ordnance logs, records, and documentation using OOMA and required forms.

ITnova

Ensures compliance with CNAFINST 4790.2, NAMP, explosive safety requirements, and applicable ordnance publications. * Maintains ordnance logs, records, and documentation using OOMA and required forms.

ITnova

Ensures compliance with explosive safety, handling, storage, and accountability requirements applicable to the work center. Requirements: * Minimum of 3 years aviation ordnance or armament systems ...

ITnova

Ensures compliance with explosive safety, handling, storage, and accountability requirements applicable to the work center. Requirements: * Minimum of 3 years aviation ordnance or armament systems ...

ITnova

Ensures compliance with explosive safety, handling, storage, and accountability requirements applicable to the work center. Requirements: * Minimum of 3 years aviation ordnance or armament systems ...

KBR

LCV NORTHCOM NTC: Ammunition Handler

Fort Irwin, CA · On-site

Observe policies, procedures, and regulatory guidance for explosive safety and OSHA/CALOSHA requirements. * Observe strict key control procedures. * Follow all policies, procedures, and regulatory ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for explosive safety in California is $113.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $56.01 and $164.18 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an explosive safety?

An Explosive Safety job involves managing risks associated with handling, storing, transporting, and disposing of explosives. Professionals in this role develop and enforce safety protocols to prevent accidents and ensure compliance with regulations. They conduct inspections, provide training, and assess potential hazards in military, industrial, or research settings. Their primary goal is to minimize risks and protect personnel, facilities, and the environment.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of an explosive safety professional?

Typical daily responsibilities for an Explosive Safety professional include inspecting storage sites and facilities, conducting risk assessments, and overseeing the correct handling and transportation of explosives. You may also develop safety protocols, provide training to staff, and investigate any incidents or near-misses. Collaboration is common with engineering teams, compliance officers, and operations managers to ensure all procedures align with current laws and best practices. This role requires meticulous documentation and ongoing communication with both internal teams and regulatory agencies to maintain the highest safety standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for an explosive safety professional?

To thrive in Explosive Safety, you need in-depth knowledge of explosives handling, hazard assessment, and regulatory compliance, often supported by certifications such as ATF, IME, or DoD Explosives Safety certifications. Familiarity with technical tools like blast simulation software, incident reporting systems, and safety management platforms is essential. Attention to detail, effective communication, and decisive problem-solving are key soft skills for this position. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensure safe operations, regulatory adherence, and prevention of accidents in high-risk environments.

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Infographic showing various Explosive Safety job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $236,494 per year, or $113.7 per hour.

H-1 Ordnance Technician (CDQAR / QASO)

ITnova

On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

ITnova is seeking an experienced H-1 Ordnance Technician (CDQAR / QASO) to join our aviation maintenance team supporting mission-critical rotary-wing aircraft operations. In this role, you will provide ordnance maintenance support while serving as a Collateral Duty Quality Assurance Representative (CDQAR) and/or Quality Assurance Safety Observer (QASO), ensuring aircraft ordnance systems and weapons components meet established quality, safety, and operational standards. Responsibilities include conducting quality assurance inspections, overseeing ordnance maintenance activities, verifying configurations and functional checks, providing technical guidance to ordnance personnel, and ensuring compliance with applicable maintenance, explosive safety, and documentation requirements. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with aircraft ordnance systems, a strong background in quality assurance and safety oversight, and a commitment to maintaining safe, reliable, and mission-ready operations in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment.
Responsibilities:
  • Serves as a CDQAR and/or QASO in the ordnance discipline (MOS 6531/6541 or equivalent) during the contract period.
  • Performs inspection, loading, downloading, maintenance, and quality assurance oversight of aircraft ordnance systems and weapons components.
  • Conducts initial, in-progress, and final QA inspections on ordnance configurations, installations, and maintenance actions.
  • Ensures compliance with CNAFINST 4790.2, NAMP, explosive safety requirements, and applicable ordnance publications.
  • Maintains ordnance logs, records, and documentation using OOMA and required forms.
  • Performs functional checks, troubleshooting, and verification of weapons systems and associated components.
  • Provides technical guidance and oversight to ordnance personnel to ensure compliant, safe, and high-quality work.
  • Supports flight line launch and recovery operations, as required.
  • Assists in PQDR processing, discrepancy reporting, and corrective action documentation.
  • Ensures strict compliance with explosive safety, handling, storage, issue, and accountability requirements.

Requirements:
  • Minimum of 8 years aviation maintenance experience with at least 4 years rotary-wing experience.
  • Minimum of 4 years CDI, CDQAR, QA, or QASO experience in the ordnance discipline or equivalent quality assurance background.
  • Experience in ordnance MOS 653X or an equivalent armament specialty is required.
  • Knowledge of explosive safety regulations, handling procedures, and aircraft armament systems is required.
  • Proficiency in OOMA and maintenance documentation systems is required.
  • Must be U.S. citizen, able to obtain and maintain a Common Access Card (CAC) and Secret clearance.
  • Must be able to meet any Government and company licensing or qualification requirements for the position.

Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to lift and maneuver 50 pounds.
  • Able to pass a fit-for-work physical and/or drug test as required.
  • Must be able to work in areas that require awkward posturing, bending, kneeling, squatting, and working overhead.
  • Must be able to work at height in the hangar and on the flight line, as required.
  • Must be able to man and perform flight line extinguisher duties, as required.
  • If required, must be able to pass a DOT physical and operate powered industrial trucks.
  • If required, must be able to pass a respiratory physical and wear a respirator for 2 to 4 hours.
  • If required, must be able to perform confined-space activities.
  • Travel may be required.

*Position is contingent upon award
Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision benefits
  • Company paid life Insurance
  • 401k
  • Paid-time-off
  • Paid holidays

ITnova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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