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MOS 1371 in Civilian Terms

Civilian equivalent: Combat Engineer / Construction Project Manager / Explosive Hazard Mitigation Specialist / Infrastructure & Demolition Technician

What this experience means to an employer

Marine Combat Engineers (MOS 1371) deliver mission-critical infrastructure solutions and hazard mitigation in the most demanding operational environments, directly reducing risk to personnel and equipment while maintaining project timelines. Their expertise in demolitions, construction, and route clearance translates to high-value contributions in defense construction contracts, EOD support services, and critical infrastructure protection programs. Candidates bring a proven record of executing complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects with zero tolerance for error, making them strong fits for roles supporting DoD, DHS, or USACE contracts.

Core skills

Explosive ordnance and demolitions planning and execution Route clearance and IED detection/neutralization Construction project management and field engineering Obstacle emplacement and breach operations Geospatial reconnaissance and terrain analysis Heavy equipment operation and supervision Risk assessment and safety compliance in hazardous environments Team leadership and mission planning under high-stakes conditions

Cleared career relevance

Many Combat Engineer / Construction Project Manager / Explosive Hazard Mitigation Specialist / Infrastructure & Demolition Technician positions in the defense and government-contracting sector require an active security clearance — an area where transitioning 1371 talent is already a strong fit. Cleared2Hire matches your military record to cleared roles and translates it for employers automatically.

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