Explosive Ordnance Disposal; EOD) Technical​/Academic Instructor

Date posted:September 9, 2026

Job description:

Location:Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
Position Type:Full-Time

Chitra is seeking experienced
Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technical/Academic Instructors
to support training for U.S. Army personnel at theU.S. Army Explosive Ordnance Disposal Training Detachment at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida
.

The EOD Technical/Academic Instructor will provide classroom and field-based instruction designed to train and retrain U.S. Army students in current EOD techniques, procedures, and operational standards. Instructors will deliver training using approved doctrine, audiovisual equipment, training aids, computer-aided instructional tools, and practical demonstrations.

The ideal candidate will bring significant operational experience as an
89D or 89E EOD professional
, previous instructional experience, and the ability to translate technical and operational expertise into clear, effective, and standards-based instruction.

• Train and retrain U.S. Army students in current
  Explosive Ordnance Disposal techniques and procedures
  in classroom and field environments.
• Deliver technical and academic instruction in accordance with current doctrinal publications, approved course materials, and established training standards.
• Demonstrate EOD techniques and procedures accurately and safely.
• Utilize audiovisual equipment, training aids, and computer-aided instructional systems to enhance student learning.
• Conduct practical demonstrations and provide hands-on instructional support as required by the course.
• Observe and evaluate student performance and provide corrective or remedial instruction when necessary.
• Maintain all applicable instructor and course-specific certifications.
• Prepare, operate, maintain, and safeguard instructional equipment, tools, and inert ordnance training items.
• Maintain a professional, safe, and effective learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with Government personnel, fellow instructors, students, and other training personnel.
• Perform additional course-support duties necessary to achieve established training objectives.

Candidates must have graduated from
at least one
of the following:

• Navy School Explosive Ordnance Disposal (NAVSCOLEOD)
• U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) Army Common Faculty Development–Instructor Course (CFD-IC)
• Army Basic Instructor Course (ABIC)
• Journeyman Instructor Training (JIT)
• Installation Support Cadre Training Course (ISCTC)

Candidates must also possess:

• A minimum of
  three years of operationally specific experience as an EOD Technician, MOS 89D or MOS 89E
  .
• A minimum of
  three years of instructional experience
  .
• All certifications required for the specific courses they will teach.
• Working knowledge of current
  EOD doctrine, techniques, and procedures
  .
• Basic proficiency with
  Microsoft Office applications
  .
• Ability to access, operate, and effectively utilize required instructional technology and training tools.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to military students.
• Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with students, Government personnel, and other instructors.

Candidates must be able to:

• Lift and carry tools, inert ordnance items, and other training equipment weighing up to
  50 pounds
  .
• Perform duties requiring average agility and manual dexterity.
• Stand, sit, and walk for extended periods.
• Conduct and support training in both classroom and field environments.
• Work outdoors occasionally, including during inclement weather.
• Safely handle and work around applicable instructional equipment, tools, and inert ordnance…