Army MOS · Logistics
890A Ammunition Technician
Overview
An ammunition technician plans and directs Army unit activities involving the management and maintenance of missile rounds, conventional munitions, and warheads. The technician oversees associated guidance, launching, handling, and test equipment and provides maintenance and calibration support.
Core Skills
- ammunition and missile inventory management
- maintenance and calibration program management
- technical data and technical manual interpretation
- explosives safety and risk management
- supply chain and lifecycle management for munitions
- quality assurance and inspection
- test equipment planning and utilization
- configuration management of munitions and support equipment
- team leadership and supervision
- coordination with engineering and logistics stakeholders
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Bentley MicroStation
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Project
Civilian Career Paths
- Supply Chain Management
- Inventory Management
- Project Management
- Warehouse Operations
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Certified Dangerous Goods Professional (CDGP)
- Certified Hazardous Materials Manager (CHMM) · Funded · STAR
- Certified Hazardous Materials Practitioner (CHMP)
- Associate Protection Professional (APP) · Funded
- Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA)
Career Growth
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP) · Funded
- Master Safety Professional (MSP)
- PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP)
- Associate Certified Electronics Technician (CETa) · Funded
- Associate Safety Professional (ASP) · Funded
What the Work Involves
- Supervise the activities of workers engaged in receiving, storing, testing, and shipping products or materials.
- Plan, develop, or implement warehouse safety and security programs and activities.
- Inspect physical conditions of warehouses, vehicle fleets, or equipment and order testing, maintenance, repairs, or replacements.
- Plan, organize, or manage the work of subordinate staff to ensure that the work is accomplished in a manner consistent with organizational requirements.
- Collaborate with other departments to integrate logistics with business systems or processes, such as customer sales, order management, accounting, or shipping.
Related Occupations
- Logisticians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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