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U.S. Marine Corps explosive ordnance disposal technicians assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, conduct a live-explosion exercise at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, April 7, 2026. The exercise demonstrates the skill and precision of explosive ordnance disposal technicians in a safe, controlled environment as they execute explosive effects supporting the Marine Air-Ground Task Force demonstration and the Wall of Fire display at the 2026 MCAS Cherry Point Air Show. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Jasmin Az)

Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point's Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit is looking for highly qualified Marines to join the 2336 Military Occupational Specialty Field. Staff Sgt. Joseph Hect, an EOD technician with Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron, explains the mission of EOD and some of the different opportunities available to Marines who are ready to take on this challenge. Lateral move screenings will be held Aug. 29 - Sept. 1. Interested Marines can contact their career planner for more information. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Christian J. Lopez, Cpl. Noah Braswell and Lance Cpl. Tristen Reed)

Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technicians with Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point had the opportunity to share techniques with the Carteret County Special Response Team (SRT) on how to identify military grade ordinance, explosives and improvised charges during a joint training event at MCAS Cherry Point, North Carolina, June 9, 2021. Cherry Point EOD partners with local law enforcement to provide assistance with any EOD related situation, strengthening the ties between MCAS Cherry Point and the local communities. (U.S. Marine Corps video Sgt. Christian J. Lopez)

For most people, using explosives is far from a normal day in the office … unless you happen to be an Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) technician. Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, North Carolina, Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron EOD technicians work by supporting the installation and surrounding communities by locating, accessing, identifying, rendering safe, neutralizing and disposing of hazards, chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear (CBRNE) and high-yield explosive, unexploded explosive ordnance, improvised explosive device, and weapons of mass destruction (WMD) that present a threat to operations, installations, personnel or material. (U.S. Marine Corps video Sgt. Christian J. Lopez) MCAS Cherry Point’s EOD is recruiting Marines for the EOD technician military occupational specialty. Lateral-move screenings will be held in Building 1795, June 14-17. Interested Marines can contact EOD at (252) 466-3432/2901.

From hosting the Super Guppy to a visit from the 38th Commandant of the Marine Corps, Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Cherry Point, North Carolina, had an eventful year. It saw the turnover of its command leaders. Its community members worked hard and played hard in a multitude of training exercises and family events. It highlighted its hardworking Marines, Sailors and civilians and showed off some of what takes place behind the scenes of accomplishing the mission. Take a look back at some notable events of the year and tell us which one was your favorite.

Today on “Dog Science,” you will learn about what makes the common military working dog, the Belgian Malinois, such an essential asset to the Marine Corps. Stay tuned tomorrow for another Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point episode on our 5-part series for Military Working Dog Appreciation Week. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Sgt. Cody Lemons)

Chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear defense specialists conduct a training exercise with Marines assigned to explosive ordnance disposal company at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., Aug. 25, 2017. The exercise improved expeditionary readiness by allowing both entities to work cohesively and use their specific skills to achieve a common goal of mission accomplishment. The CBRN Marines are assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 26 and Marine Aircraft Group 29, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing. The EOD Marines are assigned to 2nd Explosive Ordnance Disposal Company, 8th Engineer Support Battalion, 2nd Marine Logistics Group. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Cody Lemons/ Released)

Headquarters and Headquarters Squadron hosted a Spouses’ Day for the significant others of Marines to get a behind the scenes look at what their loved ones do on a daily basis at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, N.C., Aug. 25, 2017. During the event, spouses learned how the different military operational specialties, including aircraft rescue firefighters, explosive ordnance disposal and air traffic control maintenance, help keep the air station operational. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Justin Roux/ Released)

Marines assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 271 conduct counter improvised explosive device training at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, N.C., August 3, 2017. Nearly 30 Marines participated in the weeklong training event to improve their counter IED skills. This training prepares Marines for IED threats they may face when deployed in a combat zone. MWSS-271 is assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Pfc. Cody Rowe/ Released.)

Marines assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 271 conduct counter-improvised explosive device training during the Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course 2-17 near Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Ariz., April 14, 2017. This training educated the Marines on how to properly identify IEDs and the steps to take after finding one. WTI is a seven week training course hosted by Marine Aviation Weapons and Tactics Squadron 1 designed to provide standardized advanced tactical training and certification of unit instructor qualifications that support Marine Aviation training and readiness and to provide assistance in the development and employment of aviation weapons and tactics. MWSS-271 is assigned to Marine Aircraft Group 14, 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Lance Cpl. Cody Lemons/ Released)