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EOD MOS 2336 Is Accepting Lateral Move Applications for FY27

MARADMIN 141/26·March 30, 2026·2 min read·Official source
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The Marine Corps wants Corporals and Sergeants from any MOS to apply for a lateral move into PMOS 2336, EOD Technician, for FY27. EOD is a high-demand, low-density MOS, and the Corps is actively recruiting ahead of increased maritime and littoral operations. This is an active component solicitation. Reserve Marines (SELRES, IMA) should reference MARADMIN 400/25 for the RC lateral move process.

Heads up: This MARADMIN is for active component Marines. If you're in the reserves and interested in EOD, contact MSgt Lawson (POC 2 below) for a waiver or check MARADMIN 400/25.

Who it affects

Active component Corporals and Sergeants in any MOS with an end of current contract (ECC) between 1 October 2026 and 30 September 2027. Marines outside that window can request a waiver. Reserve Marines are directed to MARADMIN 400/25.

What you need to do

  1. Confirm you meet all eligibility criteria (see Key Points on the brief card and the list below).
  2. Contact MSgt Lawson (POC 2) and your Career Counselor to verify prerequisites.
  3. Coordinate with the nearest Marine EOD unit to schedule a screening.
  4. After a favorable screening, your Career Counselor submits your package through TFRS to Manpower Management Enlisted Assignments.

Eligibility requirements:

  • Corporal or Sergeant, any MOS, volunteer only
  • GT score of 110 or higher
  • U.S. citizen only (no dual citizenship)
  • Eligible for a Top Secret clearance via completed Tier 5 investigation (must be submitted before EOD school)
  • First class PFT and CFT (tested during screening)
  • Normal color vision, no claustrophobia (bomb suit agility test administered at screening)
  • Meet medical requirements in NAVMED P-117, article 15-107 (explosive handler/driver standards)
  • Sufficient obligated service to complete a full 36 months after EOD school graduation (school is roughly 9 months)

A few things worth knowing on the bonus and promotion:

  • The SRB is not paid at reenlistment. It pays out after you graduate EOD school and receive PMOS 2336.
  • Corporals who lateral move into EOD receive a non-competitive promotion to Sergeant once minimum time-in-grade and time-in-service requirements are met.

Key dates

  • ECC window: 1 October 2026 through 30 September 2027 (FY27 cohort)
  • Outside that window: Contact MSgt Lawson for a waiver
  • Applications can be submitted immediately after a favorable EOD screening. You do not have to wait for your current MOS boat spaces to close.

The official version

This is MARADMIN 141/26.

Referenced orders: MOS Manual (Ref A), MCO 3571.2H EOD Program (Ref B), MARADMIN 023/26 FY27 SRB Program (Ref C), EOD Lateral Move Screening Form NAVMC 11361/7-24 (Ref D), MARADMIN 400/25 RC Lateral Move Program (Ref E).

POC 1 (EOD Occupational Field Manager): LtCol Hockett, HQMC LPE-2, 571-256-7161, joseph.hockett@usmc.mil

POC 2 (23XX Monitor, submit packages here): MSgt Lawson, HQMC MMEA, 703-784-9234, peter.lawson@usmc.mil

This is written by a reservist, for reservists. It is not an official publication of HQMC or MARFORRES. Always verify guidance with your command or unit S-1 before acting on any article or summary.

Resources & references

The documents this bulletin points to, with a plain-English note on why each matters. Links marked CAC required need a government login.

  • MOS Manual (Ref A)Reference

    The MOS Manual defines the scope and requirements of PMOS 2336 EOD Technician. This MARADMIN cites it as authority for the EOD mission description.

  • EOD Program order (MCO 3571.2H)Reference

    This Marine Corps Order governs the Explosive Ordnance Disposal program. It is cited alongside the MOS Manual as the authority defining the Marine Corps EOD mission.

  • FY27 SRB and Broken Service SRB Program (MARADMIN 023/26)MARADMIN

    This MARADMIN covers the FY27 Selective Retention Bonus and Broken Service SRB programs. Bonus pay for a lateral move into EOD will be based on the FY27 SRB rate authorized at the time of reenlistment, so reservists and active Marines should review it to understand potential bonus amounts.

  • EOD Lateral Move Screening Form (NAVMC 11361/7-24)Reference

    This is the required screening form that EOD lateral move applicants must complete. Submitting a package after a favorable EOD screening depends on this form being used.

  • Marine Corps Reserve Lateral Move Program (MARADMIN 400/25)MARADMIN

    This MARADMIN governs the Reserve lateral move program. Reserve Marines interested in lateraling into EOD are directed specifically to this reference rather than the active-duty process described in this message.

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