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At Xplor, we believe that helping people make the most of each day is the most rewarding way to spend ours.
We give small and medium-sized businesses cloud-based, intuitive technology solutions that enable them to manage all the hassles of running and growing a business, so business owners can get back to doing what they love. With Xplor Pay, we help businesses get paid quickly and securely – without hidden fees. We built the tech ourselves, and our platform delivers secure, transparent, fast, and accurate payments.
We are unified by our purpose of helping people to succeed. So, when you become part of our Xplor Pay Direct Sales team, you also become part of the personal connection that strengthens the relationship people have with Xplor products.
Are you a go-getter who thrives on freedom, flexibility, and unlimited income potential?
We’re looking for motivated, self-driven sales professionals to join our growing Xplor Pay Direct Sales team in the payment solutions industry. This is a 100% commission-based opportunity with residual income, perfect for those who want to be in control of their time and income.
What You’ll Do:
- Go door-to-door or visit local businesses to offer payment processing solutions
- Educate business owners on how to save money and streamline transactions
- Close deals and earn activation bonus and monthly commissions + long-term residuals
- Work independently with full support and training
What You Get:
- Uncapped commission – top reps earn $100K+ annually
- Residual income – get paid monthly on your active accounts
- Flexible schedule – be your own boss
- Sales training and mentorship provided
- Activation bonuses paid weekly and residuals paid monthly
- Presidents Club Incentive Trip and Annual Sales Conference
- W2 Status, Health benefits and 401K
You Are:
- A natural communicator and closer
- Comfortable with face-to-face selling
- Resilient, self-motivated, and goal-oriented
- Experienced in sales (door-to-door, merchant services, or similar preferred)
Compensation for Xplor Pay Direct Sales position offers health benefits, 401K match and is a commission-only residual model with a portfolio ownership component.
#WeAreXplorPay
We are looking for curious and empathetic people. We also love to hear from people who are motivated by meaningful work, resonate with our four core values, have a positive outlook, are comfortable with ambiguity and thrive working in an ever evolving and complex environment.
We are inspired by meeting big picture thinkers and doers, people who can be both tactical and strategic, aim high and put people first in everything they do.
Required qualifications for this role:
- Minimum 2 years of business-to-business (B2B) outside sales experience (preferred)
- Valid current driver’s license and auto insurance
- Be able to work well independently and as part of a team
- Possess the ability to self-source leads through a combination of prospecting, cold-calling, and networking with a true hunter mentality
- You align with our four core values, and you are simply a good human
Location: You can work fully remote in this position, provided you have eligible working rights, and are able to be in the field of your team region.
What does it mean to work for Xplor?
Our four core values guide us from how we hire and recognize our team members to how we interact with our customers day to day:
- Make life simple
- Build for people
- Move with purpose
- Create lasting communities
If these values sound like you, and describe people you want to work with, you will thrive at Xplor. As an Xplorer, you will be part of a global network of talented colleagues who will support your success. We look for commonalities and shared passions and give people the tools they need to deliver great work and grow at speed.
Ready to apply?
To start your application, please submit your resume, and we will be in touch as soon as we can. Please include the word "moonshot" at the top of your message to the Hiring Manager so that we know you took the time to read our job ad.
More about us
We are the first global platform combining SaaS with embedded payments and tools to help businesses grow and succeed. We offer software solutions in fast-growing “everyday life” verticals: Education, Fitness & Wellbeing, Field Services and Personal Services – and a global, cloud-based payment processing platform. With operations in North America, Australasia, Asia, Europe, and the UK, we serve over 106,000 customers that processed over $38 billion in payments across 20 markets in 2024.
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To be considered for employment, you must be legally authorized to work in the country you're applying for. Xplor does not sponsor visas, either at the time of hire or at any later time.
We kindly ask you to apply through our careers portal or external job boards only. Please don't send your application via email.
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Xplor is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We're dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. All Information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Xplor is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, Xplor will take steps to ensure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the position, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact us via
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At MVP Health Care, we're on a mission to create a healthier future for everyone. That means embracing innovation, championing equity, and continuously improving how we serve our communities. Our team is powered by people who are curious, humble, and committed to making a difference-every interaction, every day. We've been putting people first for over 40 years, offering high-quality health plans across New York and Vermont and partnering with forward-thinking organizations to deliver more personalized, equitable, and accessible care. As a not-for-profit, we invest in what matters most: our customers, our communities, and our team.
What's in it for you:
- Growth opportunities to uplevel your career
- A people-centric culture embracing and celebrating diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences within our team
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits focused on well-being
- An opportunity to shape the future of health care by joining a team recognized as a Best Place to Work For in the NY Capital District, one of the Best Companies to Work For in New York, and an Inclusive Workplace.
You'll contribute to our humble pursuit of excellence by bringing curiosity to spark innovation, humility to collaborate as a team, and a deep commitment to being the difference for our customers. Your role will reflect our shared goal of enhancing health care delivery and building healthier, more vibrant communities.
Qualifications you'll bring:
- A bachelor's degree in project management or an equivalent combination of education and related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree
- The availability to work full-time following a hybrid schedule of three in-office days per week
- Minimum of 3 years' experience successfully leading and managing high-performing Agile/Scrum teams
- Experience in Agile/Scrum collaboration methodologies and tools (such as Microsoft ADO)
- Technical acumen and health care knowledge preferred. Scrum Master Certifications preferred (PSM, CSM, SSM)
- Curiosity to foster innovation and pave the way for growth
- Humility to play as a team
- Commitment to being the difference for our customers in every interaction
Your key responsibilities:
- Serve as the Scrum Master for multiple member experience Scrum teams utilizing Agile practices and methodologies
- Prepare for and facilitate daily Scrum meetings, bi-weekly Sprint Planning, Sprint Review, Retrospective, Backlog Refinements and planning poker sessions with Scrum teams
- Facilitate and coordinate development releases across Scrum teams and other technical/business areas
- Curiosity and motivation to help enhance and automate new and existing business processes. Triage production support incidents and work with Technical Product Owners for prioritization
- Maintain team metrics for analysis to help inform upcoming projects
- Provide input to quarterly release planning using team capacity and skillset information
- Foster transparency and communication across teams and departments to remove obstacles and encourage collaboration
- Support the Scrum teams to complete their tasks while holding them accountable to complete their sprint goals
- Ability to work on multiple projects under time constraints. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, and an ability to interact with all levels in the organization
- Possess a strong sense of accountability and urgency in delivering projects and completing assignments
- Contribute to our humble pursuit of excellence by performing various responsibilities that may arise, reflecting our collective goal of enhancing healthcare delivery and being the difference for the customer.
Where you'll be:
Hybrid - 3x/week in-office (Rochester, NY or Schenectady, NY)
Pay Transparency
MVP Health Care is committed to providing competitive employee compensation and benefits packages. The base pay range provided for this role reflects our good faith compensation estimate at the time of posting. MVP adheres to pay transparency nondiscrimination principles. Specific employment offers and associated compensation will be extended individually based on several factors, including but not limited to geographic location; relevant experience, education, and training; and the nature of and demand for the role.
We do not request current or historical salary information from candidates.
$93,667.00-$124,576.75
MVP's Inclusion Statement
At MVP Health Care, we believe creating healthier communities begins with nurturing a healthy workplace. As an organization, we strive to create space for individuals from diverse backgrounds and all walks of life to have a voice and thrive. Our shared curiosity and connectedness make us stronger, and our unique perspectives are catalysts for creativity and collaboration.
MVP is an equal opportunity employer and recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes without discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, familial status, physical or mental disability, handicapping condition, medical condition, pregnancy status, predisposing genetic characteristics or information, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, military or veteran status, Vietnam-era or special disabled Veteran or other legally protected classifications.
To support a safe, drug-free workplace, pre-employment criminal background checks and drug testing are part of our hiring process. If you require accommodations during the application process due to a disability, please contact our Talent team at .
Beyond TalentEdge has a direct hire opportunity for a Technical Ink Manager. Our client is a leading Digital Imaging company in Rochester.
This role serves as the central interface between OEM ink suppliers, internal R&D, Sales, Service, and Applications teams, ensuring inks remain a differentiated, high-performance, and compliant component of equipment solutions.
This position owns ink quality, performance, and regulatory integrity and serves as the subject-matter expert for all ink-related technical, commercial, and operational matters.
Responsibilities:
- Lead ink supplier relationships and coordinate with EU R&D partners, serving as the primary technical contact for ink specifications, performance standards, and compliance requirements
- Define ink development priorities, including new formulations, reformulations, and product lifecycle transitions aligned with customer needs and equipment roadmaps
- Support pricing, supply, and contract discussions with ink vendors to ensure alignment with cost targets, volume expectations, and performance standards
- Establish and maintain ink performance standards across all ink families, including color accuracy, adhesion, durability, jetting behavior, and substrate compatibility
- Own escalated ink quality, batch, or performance issues, driving structured root cause analysis, corrective actions, and proactive customer communication
- Benchmark inks against competitive alternatives to identify performance gaps and continuous improvement opportunities
- Serve as the escalation point for ink-related technical issues in support of Service and Applications teams
- Partner with Sales and Marketing to position inks as a competitive advantage in the equipment sales process
- Develop and maintain technical documentation and sales enablement materials, including performance data, compliance documentation, and application guidance
- Deliver targeted training to Sales and channel partners
- Ensure all ink products meet applicable regulatory, safety, and certification requirements, including food contact, VOC, and chemical compliance standards
- Proactively manage regulatory changes and component updates with suppliers to prevent field disruption
- Maintain accurate, current, and accessible technical and regulatory documentation for internal teams and customers
- Participate in ink governance and review forums to track quality metrics, open issues, development projects, vendor performance, and roadmap alignment
- Provide technical input on emerging applications, substrates, and market trends
- Support ink product lifecycle decisions, including product introductions, optimizations, phase-outs, and customer transition planning
Desired Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Print Technology, or a related technical field
- Five or more years of experience in digital UV inkjet, ink or materials development, or OEM printing equipment environments
- Demonstrated experience leading external supplier or technology partner relationships in a technical capacity
- Proven ability to navigate OEM and customer relationships
- Strong understanding of UV inkjet systems, ink chemistry, printhead behavior, and curing technologies
- Working knowledge of color management, print quality metrics, and substrate compatibility
- Familiarity with ink-related regulatory and compliance standards
Salary:
$80,000 – $140,000
“Beyond TalentEdge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Beyond TalentEdge to provide equal opportunity in employment and conditions of employment to all individuals regardless of age, race, color, religious beliefs, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, veteran or military status, disability, pregnancy-related condition, predisposing genetic characteristics, genetic information, marital status, familial status, prior arrest, domestic violence victim status, non-job related convictions, participation in lawful activities outside of our workplace, or any other status protected by law.”
Roechling Medical Rochester offers customers a wide range of high-quality, customized components and assemblies, right through to end-to-end OEM products. The product portfolio also includes standard plastic products, with special expertise in the fields of diagnostics, fluid management, pharma, surgery and interventional, and much more. These areas of competence are complemented by an enhanced range of services for development and regulatory affairs, right through to approval of end-to-end medical products.
Job Summary:
The Estimator / Quoter reports to the VP of North America Sales and Marketing and is responsible for supporting the North American business by developing accurate and competitive cost estimates and quotations for tooling, non-recurring engineering (NRE), fixtures, and molded part pricing. This role requires a strong technical foundation in plastics injection molding and tooling, along with the ability to assess the overall business and technical fit of potential programs. The Estimator / Quoter plays a critical role in supporting new business decisions by balancing technical feasibility, cost, risk, and profitability.
This individual works closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Finance to ensure estimates reflect true costs, realistic assumptions, and alignment with company capabilities and strategic objectives.
Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
Estimating & Quoting
- Develop detailed cost estimates and customer quotations for:
- Injection molding tooling (prototype, bridge, and production tools)
- Non-recurring engineering (NRE) activities
- Fixtures, gauges, and auxiliary equipment
- Piece-part pricing for molded components
- Contract manufacturing opportunities, including automation, secondary operations, and packaging equipment
- Estimate material costs, cycle times, machine rates, labor hours, and overhead assumptions.
- Prepare cost breakdowns that clearly communicate assumptions, risks, and cost drivers.
- Support the Key Account Managers (KAMs) with new product introduction (NPI) initiatives along with sustaining programs by providing revised or updated quotes as required.
Technical & Business Assessment
- Evaluate RFQs and technical packages to determine:
- Technical feasibility
- Tooling complexity and risk
- Volume expectations and scalability
- Requirements for automation, secondary operations, and packaging processes
- Alignment with internal manufacturing capabilities, equipment, and capacity
- Identify potential technical challenges, cost risks, or opportunities for cost optimization early in the quoting process.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Engineering to:
- Review part designs, drawings, and specifications
- Define tooling concepts, manufacturing approaches, and assumptions
- Align estimated hours and technical scope
- Support obtaining External tooling solutions and ensure integration into applicable customer facing proposals
- Partner with Finance to:
- Validate costing models, margins, and pricing strategies
- Ensure consistency with standard costing and financial targets
- Interface with Operations, Tooling, and Supply Chain to obtain realistic inputs for labor, material, lead times, and external supplier costs.
Continuous Improvement & Support
- Maintain and improve estimating tools, templates, and cost models and use the data created for monthly/quarterly/annual metric/KPI reporting.
- Lead internal bi-weekly cross functional quote review meetings
- Capture lessons learned from completed programs to refine future estimates.
- Support commercial and engineering discussions with customers as needed to clarify scope, assumptions, or technical approaches.
- Stay current on industry trends, material pricing, tooling technologies, and injection molding best practices.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, or a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.
- Strong technical background in plastics injection molding and tooling.
- Proven experience estimating or quoting tooling, NRE, and molded part pricing.
- Solid understanding of:
- Injection mold design and construction
- Manufacturing processes and cycle time drivers
- Plastics materials and their cost and processing implications
- Ability to estimate labor hours, material usage, and tooling complexity with a high degree of accuracy.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in medical device, automotive, or other regulated manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with DFM/DFA principles and their impact on cost.
- Experience working with ERP, CRM, quoting, or costing systems.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to maintain a clean, structured file system for all quoting activity.
- Ability to track, manage, and clearly communicate the status of multiple RFQs simultaneously.
- Ability to understand complex technical information and translate it into clear cost assumptions.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to balance speed and accuracy.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across functions.
- Business-minded approach with an understanding of margin, risk, and long-term program value.
- Ability to manage multiple quotes and priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Working Conditions
- Office and manufacturing environment.
- Occasional interaction with tooling shops and production areas.
- Limited overnight travel is required annually.
Roechling Medical Rochester (RMR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. RMR does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Title: Program Manager – Precision Optics
Location: Rochester, NY
Company: EvolvOptic is a leading supplier of precision machined optical blanks. We are shaping the future together with our collaborators and customers. We are growing our capacity and capabilities for blank manufacturing. The same experienced team that made our company a respected leader in our field remains on the frontlines, keeping production humming and delivering an array of high-quality components. We are proud and honored to be a partner to our customers for their optical component needs providing best-value solutions to meet their priorities, including cost, schedule, and assured quality.
The forecast for the future is bright. We are expanding into large, complex optical components by pulling together the right team, the right technology, and the right methods to provide best-value solutions to ground-based and space-based imaging, semiconductor industry, and high energy optics, such as laser fusion and directed energy.
Salary: $90K/yr - $120K/yr
Position Summary
The Program Manager is responsible for leading complex precision optics programs from initial pursuit through contract award program execution, and delivery. This role owns cost, schedule, and technical coordination across engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers. In a small-business environment, the Program Manager is hands-on, highly cross-functional, and directly engaged in both strategic planning and day-to-day execution.
Key Responsibilities
- Own full program lifecycle for large precision optics projects.
- Serve as primary customer point of contact for program execution, milestones, and deliverables.
- Develop and manage program schedules, budgets, and risk registers.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including opto-mechanical engineering, manufacturing, metrology, quality, and supply chain.
- Translate customer requirements into executable technical and manufacturing plans.
- Lead design reviews, technical interchange meetings (TIMs), and internal program reviews.
- Manage subcontractors and key suppliers for optical materials, coatings, fabrication, and testing.
- Track earned value, cost performance, and schedule performance; implement corrective actions as needed.
- Lead proposal development, cost estimating, and transition from proposal to execution.
- Ensure compliance with contractual, quality, and documentation requirements.
- Identify process improvements to increase efficiency, predictability, and scalability.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Physics, or related technical field.
- 5+ years of program or project management experience in precision optics, photonics, aerospace, or advanced manufacturing.
- Working knowledge of optical fabrication, coating, metrology, and alignment processes.
- Experience managing schedules, budgets, and technical risk for high-value, low-volume programs.
- Strong customer-facing communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to operate independently in a small, fast-paced organization.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in engineering, Optics, or Business
- PMP or equivalent program management certification
- Experience with government or aerospace contracts
- Familiarity with ITAR, ISO 9001, or AS9100 environments
- Hands-on technical background in optics or opto-mechanical systems
Key Competencies
- Technical credibility with engineers and manufacturing teams
- Strong organizational and prioritization skills
- Clear, concise written and verbal communication
- Risk-driven decision making
- Adaptability and comfort with ambiguity
What We Offer
- Opportunity to lead cutting-edge optics programs with direct customer impact
- High visibility and influence in a growing small business
- Collaborative, technically driven culture
- Competitive compensation and benefits
This position is subject to US export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), which require US person status. A “US person” is defined by these regulations as a US citizen, US lawful permanent resident (i.e., “green card holder”), political asylee, or refugee.
All employees must also be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required consistent with federal law (Form I-9). Export control assessments are conducted separately to ensure compliance with ITAR/EAR.
EvolvOptic is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic protected by state or federal law.
Senior Diamond Turning Engineering Technician
Industry: Ultra-Precision Manufacturing | Advanced Optical Systems
Location: Rochester, NY (Onsite)
Travel: 10-15% (As needed)
Reports to: Engineering Manager
Compensation: $90-110K annual salary + variable compensation
About the Opportunity
A highly respected, growth-oriented advanced manufacturing organization is seeking a Senior Diamond Turning Engineering Technician to lead and elevate its Single Point Diamond Turning (SPDT) operations.
This is not a standard CNC role.
This position sits at the intersection of ultra-precision machining, tooling engineering, motion control optimization, and process innovation, supporting the production of optically functional surfaces manufactured at the limits of tolerancing.
This is a role for someone who thrives on solving complex manufacturing challenges and pushing the limits of what’s possible in precision machining. The organization serves demanding, high-technology markets where precision is non-negotiable and performance expectations are extreme.
This is a highly visible, high-impact role within a technically sophisticated environment.
Why This Role is Unique
- Work on optically critical components requiring extreme form and finish precision.
- Influence machining strategy, tooling design, and machine control at a systems level.
- Drive measurable improvements in yield, throughput, and process capability.
- Operate in a collaborative, engineering-driven culture.
- Mentor and shape the next generation of ultra-precision technicians.
- Be the technical authority in a high-performance SPDT environment.
Key Responsibilities
Ultra-Precision Machining & Process Development
- Lead setup, programming, and operation of SPDT machine tools for ultra-precision optical components.
- Develop and optimize machining processes to meet extreme form and surface finish requirements.
- Generate and refine advanced CNC toolpaths using Mastercam and related platforms.
Diamond Tool & Fixturing Engineering
- Design and optimize custom diamond cutting tools (geometry, edge prep, application tuning).
- Engineer advanced fixturing/workholding systems to ensure alignment and repeatability.
- Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to improve tool performance and lifecycle.
Machine Performance & Controls Optimization
- Analyze machine dynamics including vibration, spindle behavior, and thermal effects.
- Perform PID tuning and motion control optimization.
- Troubleshoot process deviations using structured root cause analysis.
Technical Leadership & Continuous Improvement
- Partner with Quality, Metrology, and Production teams to ensure inspection alignment.
- Drive improvements in cycle time, yield, and process capability.
- Provide technical mentorship to diamond turning technicians across shifts.
Maintenance & Process Governance
- Ensure preventative maintenance and machine condition monitoring.
- Maintain rigorous process documentation and parameter control.
- Uphold precision manufacturing safety and cleanliness standards.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of diamond turning experience in ultra-precision manufacturing.
- Advanced proficiency in Diffsys and Mastercam.
- Proven expertise in diamond tool design and optimization.
- Experience designing advanced fixturing for tight-tolerance components.
- Strong knowledge of motion control systems and PID tuning.
- Demonstrated ability to improve process capability and surface quality.
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in optical component manufacturing.
- CNC machining and advanced metrology experience.
- Experience with closed-loop compensation strategies or automation integration.
Precision Talent Partners, LLC values diversity and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel respected, supported, and empowered to contribute. This description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions and does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Employment is at-will, and this job description does not constitute a contract of employment.
Americans celebrate fireworks on the 4th of July. The other 364 days, Navy EOD-the Navy's elite bomb squad-is working to prevent the ones that aren't for show. Armed with cutting-edge robotics and explosive disposal expertise, they take on missions that demand skill, precision, and absolute nerve-from parachuting into hostile territory to neutralizing underwater mines.
This isn't a job for the ordinary. It's for those who can think fast, stay calm, and operate under extreme pressure-because when it comes to explosives, there's no second chance.
Enlisted Officer
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Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technician
NAVY EOD: CAREER DETAILS & REQUIREMENTS
Responsibilities
As 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 Environment
Your 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 in the field.
Training & Advancement
Upon 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
(four weeks) -
The Navy EOD training pipeline starts with preparatory training in Great Lakes, IL. Candidates work on swim stroke 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. Classroom instruction includes introductions to small boat operations, professional military education and risk management.
EOD Assessment and Selection Course
(four 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. Classroom instruction includes topics such as risk management, dive physics, diving medicine, small boat navigation and Navy maintenance. Daily physical training and assessments are centered around five advanced aquatic adaptability skills, ruck runs, distance swims and the human performance test. At the end of the course, candidates will participate in a formal selection board. Here, instructors will select the best qualified and most likely to successfully complete advanced training to graduate and proceed to diver training.
Diver Training
(seven weeks)
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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. Candidates also learn about equipment such as the MK16 underwater rebreather and MK25 underwater rebreather.
EOD School
(44 weeks) -
After successfully completing dive school, candidates transfer to Naval Explosive Ordnance Disposal School at Eglin Air Force Base in Fort Walton Beach, FL. This training comes in several sections, each section building upon the skills learned from previous areas of training. Candidates will train in demolition operations, rendering safe bombs, missiles, landmines, defusing Improvise Explosive Devices (IEDs), protecting and detecting against Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (CBRN) weapons and mastering skills needed to defeat underwater ordnance such as sea mines and torpedoes.
Basic Parachute Training
(three weeks) -
After completing basic EOD school, graduates attend basic airborne training ("jump school") at Fort Benning, GA, where they qualify as a basic parachutist.
EOD Tactical Training
(four weeks) -
The final phase of training is in San Diego, CA. It teaches helicopter insertion (fast-rope, rappel, cast and special patrol insertion, and extraction rigging), small arms/weapons training, small unit tactics (weapons, self-defense, land navigation and patrolling) and tactical communications (satellite and high frequency).
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
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EOD technicians may pursue advanced training options to hone and specialize their skills. Some of these options include:
Parachute water insertion training
Military freefall
Advanced Improvised Explosive Device Disposal (AIEDD)
WMD training
Jumpmaster training
Small unit tactics
Small arms instructor
Language school (Defense Language Institute)
EOD communications (tactical radio communications)
Promotion opportunities are regularly available but competitive and based on performance.
For those with further leadership aspirations and a college degree, EOD Officer roles are available, providing the opportunity to lead and train others.
Post-Service Opportunities
It'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 Opportunities
Members of the Naval Special Operations community have any number of unique opportunities to advance their education. Navy training provides skills and knowledge in everything from the fundamentals of explosive ordnance disposal to chemical and biological warfare, military tactics, deep-sea diving, as well as other tactical military procedures.
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and certifications, Navy training in the NSW/NSO field can translate to credit hours toward a bachelor's or associate degree through the American Council on Education.
You may also continue your education through undergraduate degree opportunities like the Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance and the Post-9/11 GI Bill.
Qualifications & Requirements
No college degree is required to apply for a position as an EOD Technician. However, training is tough and ongoing, and a high degree of difficulty should be expected. You can apply for the Navy Warrior Challenge contract for EOD Technicians at any time during your first enlistment.
Entry Requirements
Eyesight 20/200 bilateral correctable to 20/25 with no color blindness
Minimum Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) score AR+VE=109, MC=51 or GS+MC+EI=169
30 years of age or younger
Pass a physical and separate medical examination required for divers (approved by Diving Medical Officer)
U.S. citizen and eligible for security clearance
The Minimum and Elevated Navy Physical Screening Test (PST & EPST) requirements for EOD are:
Exercise
Time
Min.
Elevated
Swim 500 yards (combat sidestroke)* Unlimited 12:30 10:30 Push-up 2:00 50 70 Sit-up 2:00 50 70 Pull-up 2:00 06 10 Run 1.5 miles* Unlimited 12:30 10:00
*Combined swim and run time must be ≤ 23:00
Candidates who achieve the Elevated Physical Screening Test (EPST) scores shown above may qualify for the Enlisted Bonus for Shipping (EB-SHP) program. These elevated standards must be met during your 14-day shipping PST to be eligible for the bonus. Learn more about Navy enlistment bonuses.
Additional requirements specific to Active Duty EOD Technician candidates include:
36 months of obligated service upon completion of training
No non-judicial punishments or court martial convictions during the 12 months prior to application
Meet medical standards as specified in the NAVMED P-117
Meet minimum performance standards
Pass a hyperbaric pressure tolerance test
Be on board present command for two years
Be screened by an EOD Officer or E-6 or above Master EOD Technician
Be 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.
NOTE: You should consult your physician or other health-care professional before starting any exercise regime or other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. This is particularly true if you (or your family) have a history of illnesses or ailments that can be exacerbated by a change in physical activity. Do not start a fitness program if your physician or health-care provider advises against it.
General qualifications may vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before or whether you've never served before.
Part-Time Opportunities
There are no part-time jobs as a Navy Reserve Sailor in this role. Go back to Careers to find other jobs that have a Reserve component. You can also find out more about what life is like as a Reserve Sailor in the Navy.
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Job Title : Medical Assistant/Technician (Hospital Corpsman) Category / Component : Enlisted • Both Overview Hospital Corpsmen assist healthcare professionals and provide medical and dental care to Sailors, Marines, and their families across clinics, hospitals, ships, and field units, gaining broad clinical, technical, and operational experience.
Key Responsibilities Perform emergency medical treatment for Sailors, Marines, and specialized units such as SEALs and Seabees; provide basic and emergency dental care and process dental X rays; serve as operating room technician and assist in surgery; administer preventive care and medications including immunizations and IVs; conduct physical exams and assist in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries; maintain patient records, perform clinical tests, and support physicians and nurses in a wide range of specialties.
What to Expect Hands on patient care with shift work and possible on call duties; field training and deployments with Marine and expeditionary units and embarked medical departments on ships; continuous certification and recertification in areas such as basic life support, trauma care, and tactical combat casualty care; mix of clinic, ward, and field environments with rapid response in emergent situations and a strong emphasis on teamwork and readiness.
Work Environment Assignments in Navy hospitals and clinics, aboard aircraft carriers and other ships, with Marine units in garrison and field environments, and occasionally on submarines; work in exam rooms, wards, operating rooms, emergency departments, aid stations, and field medical sites; close integration with medical teams, line units, and joint or coalition partners.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by Hospital Corpsman A School at Fort Sam Houston, Texas; numerous advanced C schools that lead to Navy Enlisted Classifications in areas such as Independent Duty Corpsman, Fleet Marine Force, preventive medicine, surgical technology, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, laboratory, dental, and dive medicine; progressive professional development through leadership courses and warfare qualifications such as Fleet Marine Force and Surface, Aviation, or Expeditionary pins where applicable.
Direct enlistment into the Hospital Corpsman rating from civilian life; in service conversion for qualified Sailors from other ratings who meet screening and performance criteria; Reserve accession for prior service Hospital Corpsmen and select civilian medical professionals when manning needs allow.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: United States citizenship or equivalent status as allowed by policy; high school diploma or equivalent; at least 17 years of age; interest in healthcare and willingness to work in clinical and field environments, potentially under stressful conditions; ability to meet medical, vision, and physical fitness standards required for medical and operational assignments.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.
Job Title : Medical Assistant/Technician (Hospital Corpsman) Category / Component : Enlisted • Both Overview Hospital Corpsmen assist healthcare professionals and provide medical and dental care to Sailors, Marines, and their families across clinics, hospitals, ships, and field units, gaining broad clinical, technical, and operational experience.
Key Responsibilities Perform emergency medical treatment for Sailors, Marines, and specialized units such as SEALs and Seabees; provide basic and emergency dental care and process dental X rays; serve as operating room technician and assist in surgery; administer preventive care and medications including immunizations and IVs; conduct physical exams and assist in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries; maintain patient records, perform clinical tests, and support physicians and nurses in a wide range of specialties.
What to Expect Hands on patient care with shift work and possible on call duties; field training and deployments with Marine and expeditionary units and embarked medical departments on ships; continuous certification and recertification in areas such as basic life support, trauma care, and tactical combat casualty care; mix of clinic, ward, and field environments with rapid response in emergent situations and a strong emphasis on teamwork and readiness.
Work Environment Assignments in Navy hospitals and clinics, aboard aircraft carriers and other ships, with Marine units in garrison and field environments, and occasionally on submarines; work in exam rooms, wards, operating rooms, emergency departments, aid stations, and field medical sites; close integration with medical teams, line units, and joint or coalition partners.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by Hospital Corpsman A School at Fort Sam Houston, Texas; numerous advanced C schools that lead to Navy Enlisted Classifications in areas such as Independent Duty Corpsman, Fleet Marine Force, preventive medicine, surgical technology, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, laboratory, dental, and dive medicine; progressive professional development through leadership courses and warfare qualifications such as Fleet Marine Force and Surface, Aviation, or Expeditionary pins where applicable.
Direct enlistment into the Hospital Corpsman rating from civilian life; in service conversion for qualified Sailors from other ratings who meet screening and performance criteria; Reserve accession for prior service Hospital Corpsmen and select civilian medical professionals when manning needs allow.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: United States citizenship or equivalent status as allowed by policy; high school diploma or equivalent; at least 17 years of age; interest in healthcare and willingness to work in clinical and field environments, potentially under stressful conditions; ability to meet medical, vision, and physical fitness standards required for medical and operational assignments.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.
Job Title : Medical Assistant/Technician (Hospital Corpsman) Category / Component : Enlisted • Both Overview Hospital Corpsmen assist healthcare professionals and provide medical and dental care to Sailors, Marines, and their families across clinics, hospitals, ships, and field units, gaining broad clinical, technical, and operational experience.
Key Responsibilities Perform emergency medical treatment for Sailors, Marines, and specialized units such as SEALs and Seabees; provide basic and emergency dental care and process dental X rays; serve as operating room technician and assist in surgery; administer preventive care and medications including immunizations and IVs; conduct physical exams and assist in diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries; maintain patient records, perform clinical tests, and support physicians and nurses in a wide range of specialties.
What to Expect Hands on patient care with shift work and possible on call duties; field training and deployments with Marine and expeditionary units and embarked medical departments on ships; continuous certification and recertification in areas such as basic life support, trauma care, and tactical combat casualty care; mix of clinic, ward, and field environments with rapid response in emergent situations and a strong emphasis on teamwork and readiness.
Work Environment Assignments in Navy hospitals and clinics, aboard aircraft carriers and other ships, with Marine units in garrison and field environments, and occasionally on submarines; work in exam rooms, wards, operating rooms, emergency departments, aid stations, and field medical sites; close integration with medical teams, line units, and joint or coalition partners.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by Hospital Corpsman A School at Fort Sam Houston, Texas; numerous advanced C schools that lead to Navy Enlisted Classifications in areas such as Independent Duty Corpsman, Fleet Marine Force, preventive medicine, surgical technology, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, radiology, laboratory, dental, and dive medicine; progressive professional development through leadership courses and warfare qualifications such as Fleet Marine Force and Surface, Aviation, or Expeditionary pins where applicable.
Direct enlistment into the Hospital Corpsman rating from civilian life; in service conversion for qualified Sailors from other ratings who meet screening and performance criteria; Reserve accession for prior service Hospital Corpsmen and select civilian medical professionals when manning needs allow.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: United States citizenship or equivalent status as allowed by policy; high school diploma or equivalent; at least 17 years of age; interest in healthcare and willingness to work in clinical and field environments, potentially under stressful conditions; ability to meet medical, vision, and physical fitness standards required for medical and operational assignments.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.
