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Explosive Ordnance Disposal Officers
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Explosive Ordnance Disposal Officers
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What do Explosive Ordnance Disposal Officers do in the Military?
Where do Explosive Ordnance Disposal Officers work?
Explosive ordnance disposal officers usually work on bases or ships. Due to the need to keep forces supplied with weapons and munitions, explosive ordnance disposal officers may spend time outdoors in all types of weather.
How much do they make?
Median Military Salary
This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
$69,971
Military Salary Range
This is the range based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
This is the range based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
$24,713 - $251,918
How Military Pay is More Than Just a Salary
Base pay is the standard income you'll earn as a service member, providing a stable foundation to start achieving your financial goals.
- Set based on rank and years of service.
- Paid every month.
Allowances are additional payments to help cover living expenses like housing and food.
- Tax-free payments.
- Varies by location and family status.
Special pay provides extra compensation for unique skills, hazardous duties, or challenging assignments.
- Based on specialized roles.
- Varies by position and duty.
What training do Explosive Ordnance Disposal Officers gain in the Military?
Officers typically enter the Military after they have completed a four-year college degree; enlisted service members can transition to officer positions through a variety of pathways and earn a degree while serving. Job training for explosive ordnance disposal officers primarily consists of classroom instruction and on-the-job learning in various training environments. Like other officers, they complete a comprehensive training program covering responsibilities, military structure and etiquette, traditions, and leadership development. Job-specific training content may include:
- Ordnance transportation, handling, and storage
- Arming/disarming techniques
- Ordnance disposal
- Basic electronics/electricity fundamentals
- Hazards and identification of United States and foreign munitions
- Demolition materials, procedures, and operations
- Chemical and biological ordnance disposal operations
Military Training for Enlisted Service members
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training.
What skills help Explosive Ordnance Disposal Officers succeed?
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- Attention to detail
- Good organizational and management skills
- Interest in working with guns and explosives
What are possible career paths after the Military?
- Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts and Blasters
- Hazardous Materials Removal Workers
- Emergency Management Directors