Ammunition Technician

  • Ratings Average Rating:
  • Required Test Average Duration: 4.1
  • Desinnation Designation: 2311
  • Number Employed Number Employed: 1,468
  • Category Category: Ammunition & Explosive Ordnance Disposal
  • Age Average Age: 24
Ammunition Technicians work in every facet of the ammunition field, including receipt, storage, issue, and handling of ammunition and toxic chemicals.
Category Requirements
Age17-28
Citizenship RequiredCitizen or Green Card
Minimum Duration4 years
High School DiplomaPreferred
GED AcceptedYes (limited)
Minimum ASVAB (AFQT)~31
Waivers AvailableModerate
Drug History WaiversPossible
Tattoo PolicyStrict
Face/Neck TattoosNo
Hand TattoosLimited
Height Requirement~58–78 in
Weight StandardsYes
Medical Exam (MEPS)Required
Vision StandardsModerate
Security Clearance JobsSome
Physical Fitness TestPFT/CFT
Basic Training Length~13 weeks
Basic Training DifficultyVery High
Deployment FrequencyHigh
Combat Job AvailabilityHigh
Technical JobsMedium
Overseas BasesMany
Signing BonusesModerate
Women in Combat RolesYes
Job Selection ProcessOften assigned
Promotion SpeedFast
Branch CultureWarrior Culture
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I enjoyed my time in the military and the only reason I left was because my contract was ending. The Marine corps becomes your family away from home and I am thankful to have served next to the finest men and women. The life and work skills I learned seem limitless now that I am employed as a civilian.
The Marine corps becomes your family away from home and I am thankful to have served next to the finest men and women. The life and work skills I learned seem limitless now that I am employed as a civilian.
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