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Senior Warhead Design Engineer

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$166 - $220/hr

Design warheads and complex ordnance/munitions systems and transition them from prototype to ... Experience preparing engineering documentation (i.e. specifications, test procedures, technical ...

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What is an ordnance engineer?

Ordnance Engineers are professionals who design, develop, test, and oversee the production of weapons, ammunition, explosives, and related military equipment. They work to ensure the effectiveness, safety, and reliability of these systems for use by armed forces. Their roles may involve research, project management, field testing, and collaboration with other engineers and military officials. Ordnance Engineers often require knowledge in mechanical engineering, materials science, and ballistics. They play a critical role in national defense and safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an ordnance engineer?

To thrive as an Ordnance Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical or chemical engineering, physics, and materials science, often supported by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with CAD software, ballistics modeling tools, and knowledge of military standards or safety certifications (such as DoD or ISO) are typically required. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective teamwork are crucial soft skills in this role. These abilities are essential for designing safe, reliable ordnance systems and ensuring compliance with rigorous safety and performance standards.

What are some common challenges faced by ordnance engineers in ensuring safety during weapons development projects?

Ordnance Engineers often encounter challenges related to maintaining the highest safety standards throughout the design, testing, and manufacturing processes. Handling explosive materials, conducting live-fire tests, and ensuring compliance with strict governmental regulations require meticulous attention to detail and rigorous risk assessments. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams—including safety officers, quality assurance specialists, and manufacturing personnel—is essential to identify and mitigate hazards. Staying current with evolving safety protocols and technological advancements is also crucial to prevent accidents and ensure reliable performance.

What is the difference between Ordnance Engineer vs Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician?

AspectOrdnance EngineerExplosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technician
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in ordnance safetyExplosive ordnance disposal training, certifications in bomb disposal
Work EnvironmentDesign, testing, and manufacturing of ordnance in labs or factoriesField operations, bomb disposal sites, military or law enforcement settings
Industry UsageMilitary, defense contractors, manufacturingMilitary, law enforcement, specialized bomb disposal units

While both roles involve working with explosive devices, Ordnance Engineers focus on designing and testing ordnance, whereas EOD Technicians specialize in safely disarming and disposing of explosive devices in the field.

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Unexploded Ordnance Technician III with Security Clearance

Saalex

Ridgecrest, CA • On-site

$48.45/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Description Saalex is seeking an Unexploded Ordnance Technician III in Ridgecrest, CA. Saalex Solutions, a division of Saalex Corp., is an Engineering and Information Technology Services company with a focus on Test Range Operations and Management, Engineering and Logistics Services, Data Analytics and Business Intelligence Services and Information Technology Services. Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $48.45 hourly - Potential for up to $2k relocation/sign on bonus is available! Work Location: Onsite. Essential Functions: * The Technician will perform reconnaissance and classification of UXO, identification of U.S. and foreign guided missiles, bombs and bomb fuses, projectiles and projectile fuses, grenades and grenades fuses, rockets and rocket fuses, land mines and associated components, pyrotechnics, military explosives and demolition materials. * This technician will locate subsurface UXO using military and/or civilian magnetometers, perform excavation procedures on buried UXO by manual and mechanical means, and perform operator maintenance of military and/or civilian magnetometers. * This technician will also locate surface UXO using visual means, operate motor vehicle transporting UXO, prepare an on-site safe holding area for UXO, perform storage of UXO and demolition materials and prepare an UXO disposal site; prepare non-electric firing system for an UXO disposal operation, electric firing system for an UXO disposal operation, and a detonating cord firing system 125.
* The technician will dispose of UXO/explosives by burning and/or detonation, operate a personnel decontamination station, and wear appropriate personal protective equipment in contaminated areas. * This worker will inspect salvage UXO-related material, erect UXO-related protective works, determine a magnetic azimuth using a lensatic compass, perform field expedient identification procedures to ID explosive-contaminated soil, perform emergency leak seal and packaging of chemical warfare material, and use radiographic (x-ray) equipment.
* Other duties as assigned or required. Requirements Required: * Ability to maintain drivers license. * 6-8 years of related experience and HS Diploma or GED required Education: HS Diploma or GED required. Security Clearance: Must be eligible to obtain a secret clearance. Requirements to obtain a clearance include US Citizenship, security investigation, etc. Benefits * Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) * Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) * Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) * Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) * Short Term & Long Term Disability * Training & Development * Wellness Resources * Stock Option Plan

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