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To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34Americans live for fireworks on the Fourth of July. The other 364 days of the year, Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technicians and Officers are doing all they can to prevent them. Using advanced tools like cutting-edge robotic technology and explosives chemistry, this elite group performs missions that require immense bravery â from jumping out of airplanes to blowing up underwater mines. This job is no cake walk â you must be smart, tough, quick-thinking, and cool under pressure.RESPONSIBILITIESAs an EOD Tech, you'll receive extensive training to perform missions neutralizing explosive weapons in almost every environment. Your duties may require you to: Detonate and demolish hazardous munitions, pyrotechnics, and outdated explosives.Neutralize various ordnance, including sea mines, torpedoes or depth charges.Work with cutting-edge technology to remotely disable unsafe ordnance.Perform parachute or helicopter insertion operations.Support law enforcement agencies.Clear waterways of mines in support of our ships and submarines.Lend your skills and support to other military units or offices, such as the U.S. Secret Service or the U.S. Department of State. WORK ENVIRONMENTYour missions will take you to every corner of the world. One assignment may have you parachuting from 17,000 feet into enemy territory, while the next may deliver you stealthily to a foreign nation via an 11-foot RHIB boat. It all depends on which unit you're supporting and the type of mission to be completed. Though there will be administrative work, the majority of your time will be spent out from behind a desk and in the field.TRAINING AND ADVANCEMENTUpon completion of the initial 10-week training at Recruit Training Command Great Lakes (known as Boot Camp), you'll begin a specialized training program to prepare you for your career as an EOD Tech.EOD Preparatory Course (4 weeks) - The EOD training pipeline starts with training in Great Lakes, IL, where candidates work on swim strokes development, long-range swims and physical conditioning. Candidates receive daily human performance coaching on mental resiliency, strength training form, running, swimming, calisthenics as well as proper rest, recovery and nutrition.EOD Assessment and Selection (4 weeks) - After Prep, candidates will be challenged in a grueling training environment.EOD Assessment and Selection Course (4 weeks) - After Prep, candidates will be challenged in a grueling training environment in which they are constantly assessed on their comfort in the water, physical fitness, academic ability, professionalism, and peer rankings.Diver Training (9 weeks) - Next comes dive school at the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC) in Panama City, FL. Training covers basic concepts of scuba diving as well as dive physics, physiology and basic dive medicine.EOD School (56 weeks) - After successfully completing dive school, candidates transfer to Naval Explosive Ordnance Disposal School at Eglin Air Force Base in Fort Walton Beach, FL.Basic Parachute Training (3 weeks) - After completing basic EOD school, graduates attend Basic Airborne Training ( jump school  ) at Fort Benning, GA, where they qualify as basic parachutists.EOD Tactical Training (3 weeks) - The final phase of training is in San Diego, CA.Upon successful completion of the EOD training pipeline, graduates are assigned to EOD Mobile Units where they gain advanced on-the-job training and experience as members of EOD Platoons.Advanced Training - EOD technicians may pursue advanced training options to hone and specialize their skills: Parachute water insertion trainingMilitary FreefallAdvanced Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (AIEDD)WMD trainingJumpmaster trainingSmall unit tacticsSmall arms instructorLanguage school (Defense Language Institute)EOD communications (tactical radio communications) Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.Post-service OpportunitiesIt's also important to note that the specialized training received and work experience gained in the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and occupational opportunities in related fields.EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIESMembers of the Navy Special Operations community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education.QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTSNo college degree is required to apply for a position as an EOD Technician. However, a high degree of difficulty should be expected. Training is tough and ongoing.Entry Requirements Eyesight 20/200 bilateral correctable to 20/25 with no colorblindnessMinimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score AR+VE=109, MC=51 or GS+MC+EI=169Be 30 years of age or youngerPass a physical and separate medical examination required for divers (approved by Diving Medical Officer)Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance Additional requirements specific to Active Duty EOD Technician candidates include: 36 months of obligated service upon completion of trainingNo non-judicial punishments or court martial convictions during the 12 months prior to applicationMeet medical standards as specified in the NAVMED P-117Meet minimum performance standardsPass a hyperbaric pressure tolerance testBe on board present command for two yearsBe screened by an EOD Officer or E-6 or above Master EOD TechnicianBe recommended by your current Commanding Officer You should be in excellent physical condition and possess good swimming skills. The ability to perform detailed tasks in stressful conditions is also essential.PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIESThere are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. #J-18808-Ljbffr