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Cogent Security LLC

Munitions Specialist

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

$22/hr

Inspections: Perform and coordinate munitions inspections to ensure serviceability and operational readiness. Maintain records for lost, stolen, or damaged items. * Equipment Operation: Operate fleet ...

Cogent Security LLC

Munitions Specialist

Oak Ridge, TN · On-site

$22/hr

Inspections: Perform and coordinate munitions inspections to ensure serviceability and operational readiness. Maintain records for lost, stolen, or damaged items. * Equipment Operation: Operate fleet ...

Pae

Munitions Handler

Hawthorne, NV · On-site

$23.43 - $28.62/hr

Amentum is seeking a Munitions Handler to join our teamin Hawthorne, Nevada to support the ... accessibility, inspect, loading, and packaging. * Processes may be manual, technical, and ...

Amentum

Munitions Handler

Hawthorne, NV · On-site

$23.43 - $28.62/hr

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Amentum

Munitions Handler

Hawthorne, NV · On-site

$23.43 - $28.62/hr

Amentum is seeking a Munitions Handler to join our team in Hawthorne, Nevada to support the ... accessibility, inspect, loading, and packaging. * Processes may be manual, technical, and ...

Amentum

Munitions Handler

Hawthorne, NV · On-site

$23.43 - $28.62/hr

Amentum is seeking a Munitions Handler to join our team in Hawthorne, Nevada to support the ... accessibility, inspect, loading, and packaging. * Processes may be manual, technical, and ...

Pae

Munitions Handler

Hawthorne, NV · On-site

$23.43 - $28.62/hr

Amentum is seeking a Munitions Handler to join our teamin Hawthorne, Nevada to support the ... accessibility, inspect, loading, and packaging. * Processes may be manual, technical, and ...

Pae

Munitions Handler

Hawthorne, NV · On-site

$23.43 - $28.62/hr

Amentum is seeking a Munitions Handler to join our teamin Hawthorne, Nevada to support the ... accessibility, inspect, loading, and packaging. * Processes may be manual, technical, and ...

Pae

Munitions Handler

Hawthorne, NV · On-site

$23.43 - $28.62/hr

Amentum is seeking a Munitions Handler to join our teamin Hawthorne, Nevada to support the ... accessibility, inspect, loading, and packaging. * Processes may be manual, technical, and ...

Amentum

Munitions Handler

Hawthorne, NV · On-site

$23.43 - $28.62/hr

Amentum is seeking a Munitions Handler to join our team in Hawthorne, Nevada to support the ... accessibility, inspect, loading, and packaging. * Processes may be manual, technical, and ...

Amentum

Munitions Handler

Hawthorne, NV · On-site

$23.43 - $28.62/hr

Amentum is seeking a Munitions Handler to join our team in Hawthorne, Nevada to support the ... accessibility, inspect, loading, and packaging. * Processes may be manual, technical, and ...

Amentum

Munitions Handler

Hawthorne, NV · On-site

$23.43 - $28.62/hr

Amentum is seeking a Munitions Handler to join our team in Hawthorne, Nevada to support the ... accessibility, inspect, loading, and packaging. * Processes may be manual, technical, and ...

Amentum

Munitions Handler

Hawthorne, NV · On-site

$23.43 - $28.62/hr

Amentum is seeking a Munitions Handler to join our team in Hawthorne, Nevada to support the ... accessibility, inspect, loading, and packaging. * Processes may be manual, technical, and ...

Amentum

Munitions Handler

Hawthorne, NV · On-site

$23.43 - $28.62/hr

Amentum is seeking a Munitions Handler to join our team in Hawthorne, Nevada to support the ... accessibility, inspect, loading, and packaging. * Processes may be manual, technical, and ...

Pae

Munitions Handler

Hawthorne, NV · On-site

$23.43 - $28.62/hr

Amentum is seeking a Munitions Handler to join our teamin Hawthorne, Nevada to support the ... accessibility, inspect, loading, and packaging. * Processes may be manual, technical, and ...

Pae

Munitions Handler

Hawthorne, NV · On-site

$23.43 - $28.62/hr

Amentum is seeking a Munitions Handler to join our teamin Hawthorne, Nevada to support the ... accessibility, inspect, loading, and packaging. * Processes may be manual, technical, and ...

Pae

Munitions Handler

Hawthorne, NV · On-site

$23.43 - $28.62/hr

Amentum is seeking a Munitions Handler to join our teamin Hawthorne, Nevada to support the ... accessibility, inspect, loading, and packaging. * Processes may be manual, technical, and ...

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How much do munitions inspector jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for munitions inspector in the United States is $54,939.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a munitions inspector?

A Munitions Inspector is responsible for examining, testing, and verifying the quality and safety of ammunition, explosives, and related materials. They ensure compliance with regulations and standards by conducting visual inspections, functional tests, and documentation reviews. Their role is critical in preventing defects or malfunctions that could pose safety risks. Munitions Inspectors typically work in military, defense, or manufacturing environments.

What does a munitions inspector do?

As a Munitions Inspector, your day usually involves conducting thorough inspections of ordnance, ammunition, and related equipment to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. You’ll work closely with other inspectors, maintenance personnel, and storage teams to document findings and recommend corrective actions when necessary. The role may also involve maintaining detailed inspection records, participating in inventory audits, and conducting tests or evaluations in controlled environments. This position often requires a careful, methodical approach and close adherence to safety protocols, especially when working around hazardous materials.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a munitions inspector?

To thrive as a Munitions Inspector, you need a strong understanding of safety standards, quality assurance procedures, and explosives handling, often supported by relevant military or technical certifications. Familiarity with inspection tools, testing equipment, and inventory management systems is commonly required. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are invaluable soft skills for this role. These skills ensure that all munitions are safe, serviceable, and compliant with strict regulatory standards, reducing risks and maintaining operational readiness.

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Infographic showing various Munitions Inspector job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,939 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

Munitions Inspector (Testing)

Boerne, TX • On-site

U.S. Department of Defense (DOD)
Public Administration • 10K+ employees

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 538 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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$34.52/hr

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago

Job description

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) & Major Range & Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) in DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.Qualifications:Who May Apply: US Citizens
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.
Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Munitions Inspector (Testing) without more than normal supervision. Experience performing common Munitions Inspector (Testing) duties which include conducting routine testing and inspection of conventional, improved conventional, missile and non-standard ammunition to determine quality, safety, and condition, comparing test results with established parameters to determine the structural integrity of missiles/components and inspecting vehicles to ensure transportation regulations are met. I work under supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who reviews my work for completion. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.
  • PHYSICAL EFFORT
    Work performance requires heavy lifting (50 lbs.), good eyesight, large amounts of walking {up to five miles) between test areas and inspection bays. Inspectors are required to bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods of time to work around the equipment during operations and troubleshooting activities.
  • WORKING CONDITIONS
    Works both inside and outside with exposure to weather extremes. Exposed to dirt, grease, cleaning solvents, sharp metal strapping, high explosives, and propellants, bare boostering explosives, chemical smoke devices, flammable solids (i.e., WP, RP, powdered metals, etc.,) electrostatically initiated ammunition, materials sensitive to static sparks and nonstandard materials. Works in areas where hearing and eye protection is required. Work includes donning full protective clothing (Tyvek) when performing some testing. Operators subject to profuse perspiration and extreme fatigue when working in protective clothing. Operators are subject to injuries such as cuts, bruises and burns while performing equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. Operators are subject to broken bones and injuries from falls when working on elevated structures. Operators are required to wear fall protection harnesses in some situations.
Education:This job does not have an education qualification requirement.Employment Type: OTHER

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