Ammunition Storage & Accountability Warehouse Specialist

Overview

Ammunition Storage & Accountability Warehouse Specialist (SWFPAC):

Bowhead seeks a Ammunition Storage & Accountability Warehouse Specialist at the Strategic Weapons Facility Pacific (SWFPAC) and Marine Corps Security Force Battalion (MCSFBn) logistics department atNaval Base Kitsap, Bangor WA.

Please note, this position is contingent upon contract award. No third party applications or submissions will be considered.

Responsibilities

Essential functions will include:

• Maintains strict inventory control, physical security, and precise data tracking of explosive ordnance.

• Focus on the physical custody of Class 1 explosives, ensuring 100% stockpile accountability while maintaining earth-covered magazine safety standards.

• Execute cyclic, sensitive-item, and wall-to-wall physical inventory counts of ammunition, missiles, explosives, and pyrotechnics by lot number and serial number.

• Perform daily data entry and asset tracking within the Ordnance Information System (OIS) or Retail Ordnance Product Line (ROPL) to ensure the electronic inventory matches physical stockpiles.

• Receive and store explosive items inside secure Earth-Covered Magazines (ECMs), arranging assets according to strict Net Explosive Weight (NEW) limits and explosive compatibility matrixes.

• Maintain real-time tracking of ammunition physical conditions, segregating and documenting suspended, unserviceable, or deteriorated ordnance for inspection.

• Audit shipping documents, ammunition turn-in slips, and issue vouchers to ensure legal compliance with Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) P-805 guidelines.

• Inspect incoming ordnance shipments to verify seal integrity, hazardous material placarding, and matching alphanumeric manufacturing codes.

• Safely operate specialized, spark-enclosed (Type EE) and explosion-proof (Type EX) material handling equipment (MHE) to move ordnance inside storage spaces.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent (GED)

• Two to three (2-3) years of specialized experience in ammunition tracking, hazardous materials warehousing, or military arms room accountability

• Prior experience as a Marine Corps Ammunition Technician (MOS 2311) or Logistics Specialist (MOS 3043), or a Navy Aviation Ordnance man (AO) or Logistics Specialist (LS) with demonstrated ability to follow complex safety procedures

• Minimum one to two (1-2) years of experience handling industrial hazardous materials, chemical storage, or commercial explosives.

• Enrollment in the Personnel Reliability Program (PRP), which requires high standards of mental and physical stability, ethical conduct, and emotional maturity.

• Familiarity with military supply systems, inventory control software, and material handling equipment

• Completion of DoD-approved ordnance courses such as AMMO-45 (Intro to Ammo) and AMMO-64 (Class V Ammunition Real-Time Tracking System)

• Formal instruction in Department of Defense (DoD) or Department of Transportation (DOT) HAZMAT regulations

• Capability to pass annual explosives-handler medical surveillance exams, including strict vision, color-differentiation, audiogram, and heavy weight-bearing tests

• Must pass an initial and annual physical exam, including vision, hearing, and lifting tests, to ensure the capacity to handle heavy munitions safely.

• Must pass initial and random ongoing urinalysis screenings under the federal drug-free workplace program

• Have written and oral communications abilities commensurate with this management role.

• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.

• Ability to understand, speak, read, and write the English language.

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, Government Representative, and outside contacts.

• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team.

Advanced Certification Requirements:

• Advanced Navy/DoD certification in AMMO-62 (Technical Transportation of Hazardous Materials), AMMO-76, or equivalent Center for Ordnance Training programs.

• Demonstrated mastery of NAVSEA OP 5 standards with the ability to build localized Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).

• Active or clear eligibility for a state Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Hazardous Materials (X) Endorsement.

• Master Material Handling Equipment (MHE) operator status specializing in explosive-rated (EE and EX) assets.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time

• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

Environment

• Ammunition Storage & Accountability Warehouse Specialist is required to be on-site.

• Work areas consist of office and non-office settings such supply, and transportation facilities.

• Requires wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) which includes safety glasses, protective-toe footwear, gloves, and hearing protection as required.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC's Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant's resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity postershere ( .

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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ID 2026-25318

Category Information Technology

Location : Location US-WA-Bremerton

SCA Hourly Rate USD $39.82/Hr.

Min USD $39.82/Hr.

Max USD $39.82/Yr.

Minimum Clearance Required Secret

Travel Requirement N/A