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As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for uxo in the United States is $148,233.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $145,500.00 and $167,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a UXO (Unexploded Ordnance) Technician, you need a solid background in explosives safety, ordnance identification, and remediation processes, along with relevant military or industry experience. Certification through programs like OSHA HAZWOPER, IMAS, or Department of Defense-approved training is often required, and proficiency in detection tools such as magnetometers or ground-penetrating radar is essential. Outstanding attention to detail, risk assessment skills, and strong teamwork and communication abilities distinguish exemplary professionals in this field. These competencies are critical to ensuring safety, effective hazard mitigation, and seamless collaboration during high-risk site clearance operations.

What does a typical work environment look like for a UXO Technician, and what challenges should I expect?

UXO Technicians often work outdoors in a variety of environments, from active construction sites and former military training grounds to remote or undeveloped locations. The nature of the role involves strict adherence to safety protocols and diligent use of specialized detection equipment, sometimes under challenging weather or environmental conditions. Teamwork is essential, as tasks are usually performed in close coordination with other technicians and project managers to ensure meticulous planning and safe execution. Typical challenges include exposure to hazardous materials, physically demanding tasks, and the need to remain constantly vigilant to prevent accidents. However, the work is highly rewarding for those who enjoy contributing to public safety and environmental restoration.

What is a UXO job?

A UXO (Unexploded Ordnance) job involves locating, identifying, and disposing of hazardous explosive devices, such as landmines, bombs, and other military munitions. UXO technicians work in former conflict zones, military training areas, or construction sites where buried explosives may pose a risk. They use specialized equipment to detect and safely remove these dangers. This field requires extensive training, safety protocols, and often military or EOD (Explosive Ordnance Disposal) experience.

What is a UXO job description?

A UXO (Unexploded Ordnance) job involves locating, identifying, and safely disposing of unexploded military munitions. Workers in this field often use specialized tools, follow strict safety protocols, and may require certifications such as UXO clearance or explosive ordnance disposal training. The role is typically performed in hazardous environments and demands attention to detail and safety awareness.
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Infographic showing various Uxo job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 7% Temporary, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% In-person, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $148,233 per year, or $71.3 per hour.
SCA-UXO Technician I (deploy to Guam)

SCA-UXO Technician I (deploy to Guam)

Parsons

Centreville, VA • On-site

$15.68 - $71.30/hr

Part-time

Posted 15 days ago


Parsons rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 44 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

156th of 352 rated engineering


Job description

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next!At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what's possible.

Job Description:

Are you interested in making the world a safer place through your expertise and experience with unexploded ordnance (UXO)? If so, Parsons has an opportunity for you! We need your help with the reconnaissance, classification, and removal of UXO from affected communities.

The Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) Technician will provide technical support and set standards for UXO personnel conducting ordnance response projects, perform reconnaissance, classification, disposing, transporting, storage of UXO complying with Federal, state and local laws, will perform risk-hazard analysis and maintenance and operator checks on all team equipment, and will plan and supervise range clearance operations.
The Unexploded Ordnance (UXO) Technician I will perform the following tasks: assist in performing reconnaissance and classification of UXO identification of U.S. and foreign guided missiles, bombs and bomb fuses, projectiles and projectile fuses, grenades and grenade fuses, rockets and rocket fuses, land mines and associated components, pyrotechnic items, military explosives and demolition materials. Work also requires that the incumbent perform location of subsurface UXO using military and/or civilian magnetometers, assists in performing excavation procedures on buried UXO, perform operator maintenance of military and/or civilian magnetometers. This technician will locate surface UXO using visual means, and assist in the following: transporting and storing UXO and demolition materials, preparing non-electric firing system for an UXO disposal operation, and preparing electric firing system for an UXO disposal operation disposing of ammunition/ explosives by burning. This worker is responsible for disposing of ammunition/explosives by detonation, assisting in the operation of a personnel decontamination station, wear appropriate personal protective equipment in contaminated areas, and assist in the inspection of salvage UXO-related material and erection of UXO-related protective works.


Responsibilities

UXO Technician I duties:

(a) Investigate for and identify MEC and MPPEH, including explosive residues in media (e.g., soil), buildings, and installed equipment.

(b) Identify different types of military munitions, including identifying whether a military munition's fuze is armed or unarmed.

(c) Excavate subsurface anomalies for identification.

(d) Move (e.g., consolidate) MEC within a munitions response site (MRS) or on an operational range after the UXOSO and SUXOS have jointly evaluated and documented the determination that the risk of movement is acceptable.

(e) Operate vehicles moving explosives or MPPEH on site. Individuals must be appropriately licensed for the class of vehicle being operated.

(f) Transport military munitions, commercial explosives, and MDEH that meets the criteria in Paragraphs 2.2.b.(1)(a) through (e) and has been determined safe for transport over public traffic routes (PTRs). Such munitions and explosives must be packaged in a manner that allows their safe transport and complies with Department of Transportation (DOT) and other applicable federal and State laws and DoD policies. Only UXO determined to be safe for transport by EOD personnel may be transported over a PTR.

(g) Prepare electric and non-electric firing systems.

(h) Set up decontamination stations and decontaminate CA-contaminated personnel, military munitions, and other material of interest (e.g., munitions debris, glass vials) in accordance with approved plans. Performing these functions may require additional training.

(i) Assist UXOQP in documenting the explosives safety status of MPPEH.

(j) Construct engineering controls (protective works).


Qualifications:

  • Graduate of an accredited UXO Technician I school

***job location is Guam***

Security Clearance Requirement:

NoneThis position is part of our Federal Solutions team.The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what's next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.Salary Range: $15.68 - $71.30This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.We truly invest and care about our employee's wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest-APPLY TODAY!

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