United States Bomb Technician Association

Attention Bomb Technicians & First Responders! The USBTA is conducting research under a federal? grant program to perform HME characterization? tailored to public safety bomb squads, military EOD,? and first responders. This effort will not only enhance? understanding of HMEs but also provide workshops? and awareness training across the country, including? specialized training for HBCUs in Maryland in response to recent bomb threats. To ensure we prioritize the most relevant threats, we? need your input! Bomb technicians and first? responders—your experience is invaluable. Please take a few minutes to complete our survey and help guide? this critical effort. ?? Take the survey now... Click the link below! https://lnkd.in/eEp9ypGz Your feedback will directly impact training,? preparedness, and response capabilities. Thank you? for your support!?

Registration Now Open! ???? ? The USBTA Capability Advancement Training Exercise (CAT-E) is coming to Hurlburt Field AFB. This training event?brings together Military and Public Safety Bomb Technicians, providing hands-on instruction with cutting-edge equipment and techniques. ? Training includes: * X-ray systems & homemade explosives * Robotics & UAVs * Bomb suits, disruptors & shape charges * Rigging techniques & emerging threat analysis * AR/VR systems ? Event Date: April 29 - May 2, 2025 Location: Hurlburt Field AFB? To register visit our website or copy the link below ???? https://lnkd.in/eckr9hJP ? Registration is open to USBTA members only, but membership is FREE!?Sign up today at usbta.us or click the link in our bio to secure your spot!

Registration Now Open! ???? ? The USBTA Capability Advancement Training Exercise (CAT-E) is coming to Hurlburt Field AFB. This training event?brings together Military and Public Safety Bomb Technicians, providing hands-on instruction with cutting-edge equipment and techniques. ? Training includes: * X-ray systems & homemade explosives * Robotics & UAVs * Bomb suits, disruptors & shape charges * Rigging techniques & emerging threat analysis * AR/VR systems ? Event Date: April 29 - May 2, 2025 Location: Hurlburt Field AFB? To register visit our website or copy the link below ???? https://lnkd.in/eckr9hJP ? Registration is open to USBTA members only, but membership is FREE!?Sign up today at usbta.us or click the link in our bio to secure your spot!

The USBTA is now accepting proposals from industry to showcase your technology at the 2025 National Robot Rodeo! ? The?2025 National Robot Rodeo (NRR)?is seeking?cutting-edge EOD and bomb disposal technologies?to be featured in?real-world operational scenarios.?This multi-agency, international event provides a unique opportunity for industry to?demonstrate, test, and receive direct feedback?from military and public safety bomb squads on their latest innovations. ? Location:?Pueblo, CO Event Dates:?August 11-15, 2025? Submission Deadline:?March 28, 2025 ? What We’re Looking For: We're inviting technology providers to?submit proposals?for innovative solutions in: -Unmanned Systems (UxS) & payloads -Sensors & detection - AI/ML, AR/VR for automated threat recognition & operations - Remote tools, neutralization, & precision aiming - Secure & agile communications -Mapping & data fusion - Advanced command & control … and more! ? Submit your proposal by March 28, 2025, to Amber Lowe at?[email protected] ? This is your chance to?showcase your technology in live EOD scenarios?and gain valuable insights from bomb technicians in the field. Don't miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of innovation in bomb disposal and public safety! ? For more information visit?usbta.us?

Support the Bomb Tech Community! The United States Bomb Technician Association (USBTA)?is collecting donations for swag and raffle prizes?to be used at our training events and Critical Skills Challenge! What We’re Looking For: -Equipment & Tools?– Anything useful for a bomb tech - Apparel & Gear?– Cups, shirts, hoodies, hats -Collectibles?– Stickers, challenge coins, artwork -Desk & Office Items?– Anything bomb techs would love! How to Donate: Drop off or ship items to our office! Every donation is greatly appreciated and helps support bomb techs nationwide. Let’s make our events even better with awesome prizes and giveaways! ?For questions or to coordinate a donation, contact Amber Lowe at:?[email protected] or (240)-787-2915

Registration Now Open! ???? ? The USBTA Capability Advancement Training Exercise (CAT-E) is coming to Hurlburt Field AFB. This training event?brings together Military and Public Safety Bomb Technicians, providing hands-on instruction with cutting-edge equipment and techniques. ? Training includes: * X-ray systems & homemade explosives * Robotics & UAVs * Bomb suits, disruptors & shape charges * Rigging techniques & emerging threat analysis * AR/VR systems ? Event Date: April 29 - May 2, 2025 Location: Hurlburt Field AFB? To register visit our website or copy the link below ???? https://lnkd.in/eckr9hJP ? Registration is open to USBTA members only, but membership is FREE!?Sign up today at usbta.us or click the link in our bio to secure your spot!

X-Bow Systems is expanding in Charles County! X-Bow Systems Inc. is an industry-leading disrupter to the national security, defense, and space industries. As part of the Maryland Technology Center (MTC) and the Western Charles Technology Corridor, X-Bow is strengthening our region’s role in defense and aerospace innovation. The EDD is also proud to have this organization in our community to support our mission to drive economic growth. Congratulations to the X-Bow team on their official ribbon cutting yesterday!

X-Bow expands its commitment to national defense with the opening of our new Indian Head, MD office. This facility supports $67M in US Navy modernization contracts to-date to revitalize America's energetics & munitions sector. We're proud to partner with Naval Surface Warfare Center Indian Head Division and support the United States Department of Defense's focus on a strong defense industrial base. ???https://prn.to/4kdARiN (Feb 27, 2025 press release) ???https://bit.ly/43gB92k (thx to Albuquerque Business First for coverage) ???https://prn.to/4eXxhp1 (Dec 3, 2024 $60M prior awards): Thank you to all who came out to support from NSWC IHD, Charles County Government, Military Alliance Council, Roebbelen Contracting, Inc., and United States Bomb Technician Association. #NSWC #XBowSystems #DefenseIndustrialBase #Energetics #Munitions #DefenseInnovation #IndianHead #NationalSecurity #Innovation #Partnership #SolidRocketMotors #DIB #IHD #CharlesCounty #MAC

Operation GOLD RUSH - Fantastic Week in Riverside, California. NP Aerospace was proud to demonstrate the NIJ certified 4030 Elite EOD Suit and provide training on IED techniques and procedures at the United States Bomb Technician Association TTE event hosted by Riverside Police Department. Collaborating with Logos Imaging and USBTA, we created realistic training scenarios that enhanced our engagement with U.S. law enforcement and military bomb disposal technicians. Thank you to everyone involved for making this event a success and strengthening industry collaboration! Michael Lovell Jon Vaala #EOD #PublicSafety #Training #military

BIG NEWS: The New & Improved USBTA Website is LIVE! We’ve completely redesigned our website to make it?sleeker, smarter, and more user-friendly?than ever before. Whether you’re looking for training opportunities, industry updates, or membership resources—everything you need is now at your fingertips! ???Brand-New Look & Streamlined Navigation ???Updated Event Calendars & Training Info ???New Membership Portal & Login Access?(All members will need to reset their password upon first login.) ???Latest News & Media Coverage ???More Ways to Stay Connected & Informed This upgrade is all about making your USBTA experience?better than ever—and we can’t wait for you to explore it! Check it out now— https://usbta.us/