Munitions Controller

Role Overview

The Munitions Controller is responsible for planning, sequencing, and tracking maintenance activities for war reserve material, including live, inert, and dummy munitions, as well as non-powered munitions support equipment, handling equipment, manpower, and facility inspection needs. This role also oversees command-and-control actions for ongoing explosive operations, uses munitions information systems such as TICMS to assess the status of explosive assets and facilities, and applies that information to planning and execution within MC2. The position must support the Performance Work Statement and comply with Amentum’s ISO 9001 Quality Management System.

Key Accountabilities

• Provide overall direction for daily and contingency planning, workload balancing, and production scheduling in line with contractual obligations.
• Monitor the condition, capability, and constraints of facilities, equipment, vehicles, and munitions resources that may affect mission success, and escalate issues promptly to the Munitions Superintendent.
• Coordinate with section supervisors to manage the awaiting maintenance, awaiting parts, and TCTO programs, and review them weekly during scheduling meetings.
• Plan and coordinate all TCTO needs with accountability and maintenance supply liaisons, and participate in site TCTO planning and reconciliation meetings for munitions assets and equipment.
• Prepare annual, quarterly, monthly, and weekly maintenance and inspection forecasts and schedules for munitions activities.
• Maintain the delayed discrepancy file for awaiting maintenance and awaiting parts items and equipment.
• Work with the Munitions Accountability Section on approved ADR actions and track the expected disposal or shipment date.
• Compile recurring report data and submit completed reports to the Munitions Superintendent.
• Attend regular scheduling meetings with the AEW Munitions Flight and incorporate required support into the department workload plan.
• Work the hours needed, including standby, to support peacetime and combat-contingency mission requirements.
• Assess incoming demands, convert them into prioritized support for the AEW AMMO Flight, and flag any scheduling conflicts to the Munitions Superintendent.
• Maintain effective communication and coordination with the AEW AMMO Flight.
• Enter data directly into TICMS and MC2 and ensure documentation follows the proper routing procedures.
• Manage structure keys and locks in accordance with AFMAN 21-200.
• Use emergency action check sheets for war/contingency notifications, crash, fire, severe weather, and explosive mishaps.
• Track the progress of explosive operations to maintain awareness of workforce status.
• Notify supporting activities before hazardous operations or evacuation/fire drills begin.
• Notify the Fire Department of class 1.1 explosive movements outside the MSA or changes in magazine contents that affect fire or hazard symbols, and document the notification.
• Carry out MSA owner/user responsibilities as defined in DAFI 31-101.
• Perform entry-controller duties when needed.
• Complete required TICMS actions using the Receiver role.
• Perform other assigned duties and work in office, maintenance shop, warehouse, and outdoor environments as required.

Requirements

• Intermediate understanding of USAF Supply, TMO, Munitions, and Tech Order systems, or an equivalent military service system.
• Intermediate knowledge of munitions control and scheduling methods and procedures.
• Ability to remain effective under pressure and communicate clearly and concisely.
• Strong proficiency with Windows-based personal computers and Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word.
• Ability to operate material handling equipment if required.
• Valid home-country driver’s license and the ability to obtain a host-nation driver’s license.
• At least 4 years of military munitions experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance; US citizenship is required for clearance eligibility.
• Willingness to wear required personal protective equipment and follow all prescribed safety procedures.
• Physical ability to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally.
• Normal color vision and depth perception.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of all munitions functional areas is preferred.
• Intermediate familiarity with MC2 and related information systems is preferred.
• Experience with TICMS, MC2, TMRS, and IMDS/DPAS M&U for munitions and MMHE is preferred.

Additional Information

This role may require stand-by duty and extended working hours to meet mission needs during both peacetime and combat contingencies. The job can involve work in offices, maintenance shops, warehouses, and outdoors for long periods.