Explosive Safety Specialist
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 7, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 6, 2026.
Who We Are
We are Textron Systems, best known for innovative defense technologies and services. We are a part of Textron Inc, one of the world’s leading multi-industry companies, recognized for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO and many more. Our company leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative products and services.
But our business is all about people - the customers who rely on us and the exceptional team that brings our mission to life.
We've been in the industry for more than 50 years and embraced the unique capabilities that come with being a mid-sized player. We bring the agility of a small business to meet our customers' most urgent requirements and empower our team members to push past possible. We can scale quickly to solve the big problems, working across functions, sites, and business lines to make it happen. We’re comprised of 7 domains specializing in Air, Sea, Land, Weapons Systems, Electronic Systems, Propulsion, and Testing and Training Simulations.
Start your career in a big way by joining Textron Systems. We are here to provide necessary and life-changing services and products to our customers. We are right where the real work happens. By joining our team, you will gain exciting and versatile experiences from day one to fuel your growth. Talent development is a big part of who we are. Don't just start your career - go big.
Visit TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Primary responsibility is to support explosive site planning (updating, reviewing and submitting for approval), compliance and training.
- Limited support for Research & Development, Test & Manufacturing efforts.
- Limited support for support for key energetic supplier monitoring.
- Knowledge and experience with DoD (Department of Defense) siting tools (ESS), explosive effects (thermal/fragment/overpressure) modeling/analysis.
- Support leadership team and serve as liaison to assist with DCMA & customer requests for information (RFI).
- Serve as Explosive/Energetic Point of Contact (POC) for Pre-Award, Poast-Award, and Indemnification Surveys.
- Understand and comply with DOD 4145.26
- Work with other disciplines (e.g. Engineering, Operations, Environmental Health & Safety, Facilities, etc.) to ensure implemented protocols are being followed.
- Assist in conducting training courses on related topics. This may be preparation of web-based training or instructor-led training.
- Reviewing process changes in work areas to assess additional risk and determine the appropriate levels of approval.
- Delivering presentations to all management levels to facilitate process change or summarize new processes.
- Develop relevant team project milestones, provide updates and meet project deadlines
- Assist with managing the Energetic Safety Program by influencing across all departments to develop, plan, schedule, complete, analyze, track and follow-up on process assessments.
This position reports to the Vice President of Operations.Support of Energetic Safety tasks will be at the direction of the Vice President of Operations, in collaboration with the Director of EH&S. Some travel to other Textron Systems’ locations and suppliers is expected. Continuous professional training is encouraged. This position can stay focused within the explosives and ammunitions technical field, or can be used as a transition after military service if an applicant wishes to pursue a bachelors degree part-time. This position is located at the Wilmington Massachusetts campus.
Who We Are
We are Textron Systems, best known for innovative defense technologies and services. We are a part of Textron Inc, one of the world’s leading multi-industry companies, recognized for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, E-Z-GO and many more. Our company leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative products and services.
But our business is all about people - the customers who rely on us and the exceptional team that brings our mission to life.
We've been in the industry for more than 50 years and embraced the unique capabilities that come with being a mid-sized player. We bring the agility of a small business to meet our customers' most urgent requirements and empower our team members to push past possible. We can scale quickly to solve the big problems, working across functions, sites, and business lines to make it happen. We’re comprised of 7 domains specializing in Air, Sea, Land, Weapons Systems, Electronic Systems, Propulsion, and Testing and Training Simulations.
Start your career in a big way by joining Textron Systems. We are here to provide necessary and life-changing services and products to our customers. We are right where the real work happens. By joining our team, you will gain exciting and versatile experiences from day one to fuel your growth. Talent development is a big part of who we are. Don't just start your career - go big.
Visit TextronSystems.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About This Role
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Primary responsibility is to support explosive site planning (updating, reviewing and submitting for approval), compliance and training.
- Limited support for Research & Development, Test & Manufacturing efforts.
- Limited support for support for key energetic supplier monitoring.
- Knowledge and experience with DoD (Department of Defense) siting tools (ESS), explosive effects (thermal/fragment/overpressure) modeling/analysis.
- Support leadership team and serve as liaison to assist with DCMA & customer requests for information (RFI).
- Serve as Explosive/Energetic Point of Contact (POC) for Pre-Award, Poast-Award, and Indemnification Surveys.
- Understand and comply with DOD 4145.26
- Work with other disciplines (e.g. Engineering, Operations, Environmental Health & Safety, Facilities, etc.) to ensure implemented protocols are being followed.
- Assist in conducting training courses on related topics. This may be preparation of web-based training or instructor-led training.
- Reviewing process changes in work areas to assess additional risk and determine the appropriate levels of approval.
- Delivering presentations to all management levels to facilitate process change or summarize new processes.
- Develop relevant team project milestones, provide updates and meet project deadlines
- Assist with managing the Energetic Safety Program by influencing across all departments to develop, plan, schedule, complete, analyze, track and follow-up on process assessments.
This position reports to the Vice President of Operations.Support of Energetic Safety tasks will be at the direction of the Vice President of Operations, in collaboration with the Director of EH&S. Some travel to other Textron Systems’ locations and suppliers is expected. Continuous professional training is encouraged. This position can stay focused within the explosives and ammunitions technical field, or can be used as a transition after military service if an applicant wishes to pursue a bachelors degree part-time. This position is located at the Wilmington Massachusetts campus.
Qualifications
- 4+ years Military Ordnance worker / Civilian Explosive trained within any of the following positions:
o Explosive Ordnance Disposal: EOD, EOD Tech, EODD, NEOD, Bomb Tech
o QASAS: Ammunition Surveillance Quality Assurance Specialist
o Ammunition Technicians: Ammo Tech, Ammo Tech, Ammo Specialist, Munitions Specialist
o 6+ years of Civilian Blasting experience.
- Ammunition/Explosives Certification (Group 2 course AMTEC-404) or equivalent.
- Ability to obtain an R&D Blasting Certificate of Competency from the state of MA
- Ability to obtain security clearance.
- Ability to obtain a Hazardous Shipping Certification.
- Knowledge and ability to use power and hand tools. Machine shop experience is a plus.
- Knowledge and ability to use video equipment and editing is a plus.
Relevant Backgrounds include:
o U.S. Marine Corps: MOS 2336, 2311, 1371, 2305 & 2340
o U.S. Army: MOS 89D, 89B, 89A, 12B, 890A
o U.S. Navy: EOD, AO, GM, MN
o U.S. Airforce: AFSC 3E8X1, 2W0X1, 2W1X1
How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. Our company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!
Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy compressed work week schedule that varies by allowing for additional days off such as 9/80 and 4/10s, leading to additional Fridays off work!
Paid Time Off: Enjoy over 6 weeks of total paid time off (PTO) that consist of 120 hours of vacation, 56 hours of illness/personal time and 80 hours of holiday.
Tuition Reimbursement: We believe in investing in the progress and growth of our employee’s. Receive up to $10,000 for relevant graduate degrees per calendar year.
Dress for Your Day: No day is the same, so we don’t think you should dress like it. Dress smart for an important meeting, wear jeans for a casual day at the office or on the shop floor.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Choose plans that fit your lifestyle- 3 medical plans, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, additional life insurance coverage. Company paid benefits include basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability and employee assistance program. Comprehensive wellness incentive plan and annual fitness reimbursement program.
Future Savings: Receive a company contribution to your 401k up to 9% of your salary! The earlier you start your career with us, the more you save.
Employee Discounts: We provide a one-stop-shop for access to exclusive offers and deep discounts from over 30,000 merchants and millions of products such as Bose, Apple, FitBit, HP, At&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, travel discounts and more!
Many More Benefits: Textron Systems offers additional benefits such as service awards, cell phone retail discounts, travel and gym membership discounts, emergency travel assistance, home and auto discounts, adoption assistance and more!
Are you a Military Veteran?
Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country.We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.
Qualifications
- 4+ years Military Ordnance worker / Civilian Explosive trained within any of the following positions:
o Explosive Ordnance Disposal: EOD, EOD Tech, EODD, NEOD, Bomb Tech
o QASAS: Ammunition Surveillance Quality Assurance Specialist
o Ammunition Technicians: Ammo Tech, Ammo Tech, Ammo Specialist, Munitions Specialist
o 6+ years of Civilian Blasting experience.
- Ammunition/Explosives Certification (Group 2 course AMTEC-404) or equivalent.
- Ability to obtain an R&D Blasting Certificate of Competency from the state of MA
- Ability to obtain security clearance.
- Ability to obtain a Hazardous Shipping Certification.
- Knowledge and ability to use power and hand tools. Machine shop experience is a plus.
- Knowledge and ability to use video equipment and editing is a plus.
Relevant Backgrounds include:
o U.S. Marine Corps: MOS 2336, 2311, 1371, 2305 & 2340
o U.S. Army: MOS 89D, 89B, 89A, 12B, 890A
o U.S. Navy: EOD, AO, GM, MN
o U.S. Airforce: AFSC 3E8X1, 2W0X1, 2W1X1
How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. Our company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!
Flexible Work Schedules: Enjoy compressed work week schedule that varies by allowing for additional days off such as 9/80 and 4/10s, leading to additional Fridays off work!
Paid Time Off: Enjoy over 6 weeks of total paid time off (PTO) that consist of 120 hours of vacation, 56 hours of illness/personal time and 80 hours of holiday.
Tuition Reimbursement: We believe in investing in the progress and growth of our employee’s. Receive up to $10,000 for relevant graduate degrees per calendar year.
Dress for Your Day: No day is the same, so we don’t think you should dress like it. Dress smart for an important meeting, wear jeans for a casual day at the office or on the shop floor.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Choose plans that fit your lifestyle- 3 medical plans, prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, additional life insurance coverage. Company paid benefits include basic life insurance, short- and long-term disability and employee assistance program. Comprehensive wellness incentive plan and annual fitness reimbursement program.
Future Savings: Receive a company contribution to your 401k up to 9% of your salary! The earlier you start your career with us, the more you save.
Employee Discounts: We provide a one-stop-shop for access to exclusive offers and deep discounts from over 30,000 merchants and millions of products such as Bose, Apple, FitBit, HP, At&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, travel discounts and more!
Many More Benefits: Textron Systems offers additional benefits such as service awards, cell phone retail discounts, travel and gym membership discounts, emergency travel assistance, home and auto discounts, adoption assistance and more!
Are you a Military Veteran?
Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country.We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.