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Weapon Repair Officers

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Weapon Repair Officers

Intelligence, Combat and Readiness
Enlisted Role

Service Branches with this Role

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What do Weapon Repair Officers do in the Military?

Weapon repair and maintenance officers manage the activities and personnel engaged in the maintenance and repair of the Military’s weapons, from small arms to nuclear missiles, and their associated equipment.

Where do Weapon Repair Officers work?

Weapon repair and maintenance officers usually work on bases or ships. Due to the need to keep forces supplied with weapons and munitions, weapon repair and maintenance 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.

$73,760

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.

$22,839 - $340,265

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 Weapon Repair 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 weapon repair and maintenance 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
  • Maintenance and repair of weapons systems and ordnance
  • Arming/disarming techniques
  • Basic electronics/electricity fundamentals
  • Hazards and identification of United States and foreign munitions

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 Weapon Repair Officers succeed?

  • Attention to detail
  • Good organizational and management skills
  • Good diagnostic and problem-solving skills

What are possible career paths after the Military?

  • Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers
  • Maintenance and Repair Workers, General
  • Maintenance Workers, Machinery
  • Industrial Machinery Mechanics
  • Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
  • Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
  • Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers and Repairers
  • Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts and Blasters

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