U.S. Army Watervliet Arsenal

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The Watervliet Arsenal (pronounced water-vleet) is an Army-owned and -operated manufacturing facility located in Watervliet, New York. The Arsenal is the oldest, continuously active arsenal in the United States having begun operations during the War of 1812. Today's Arsenal is relied upon by U.S. and foreign militaries to produce the most advanced, high tech, high powered weaponry for tank, howitzer, and mortar systems. Since our humble beginning in 1813, our products have helped hundreds of thousands of servicemen and women to safely come home from battle. The Watervliet Arsenal is also the home to the Army's Benét Laboratories, which is the Army's premier research and design facility for large caliber weapons. The Watervliet Arsenal is the only location in the Department of War that has a weapons research facility (Benét Laboratories) collocated with a weapons manufacturing facility (Arsenal), a synergy that is unmatched anywhere in the nation. The U.S. Army Watervliet Arsenal is ISO 9001:2015 and Army Contracting Performance-Certification Program Certified. The $1.6 billion dollar Arsenal manufacturing complex is situated on a 143-acre site and spans 72 buildings with 2.1 million square feet of manufacturing and administrative space. This National Historic Registered Landmark has an annual economic benefit to the local community in excess of $100 million. In addition to Benét Laboratories, the Arsenal is also home to 26 other military and civilian tenant organizations. We invite private industry to contact us for manufacturing and or office space at the Arsenal, which is in the center of New York's Tech Valley. The Arsenal is a 15 minute drive to the University of Albany and about 25 minutes away from the future site of Global Foundries in Malta. But more than land, equipment, and buildings, the Arsenal represents thousands of great Americans who have proudly served their country by supporting our Nation’s war fighters in every conflict for more than 200 years.

Join the team at America’s cannon and mortar factory! is hiring for several positions across several career fields. Ch...
05/27/2026

Join the team at America’s cannon and mortar factory! is hiring for several positions across several career fields. Check out these openings and apply at the links below:

General Supply Specialist - GS-2001-09
$63,678 - $82,787 per year
Announcement closes on 5/27/26
Apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/870141400
Open to: Federal employees (Competitive service), Veterans, Military Spouses, Career transition, and Land and base management.

Program Analyst (Process Improvement) - GS-0343-09/11
$63,678 - $100,164 per year
Announcement closes on 6/1/26
Apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/870059100
Open to the public

Industrial Specialist - GS-1150-11
$77,045 - $100,164 per year
Announcement closes on 6/1/26
Direct link to the USAJobs announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/870246000
Open to the public

Electronics Industrial Control Mechanic - WG-2606-10
$32.14 - $37.62 per hour
Announcement closes on 6/1/26 (extended)
Apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/867053100
Open to the Public

Machine Tool Work Inspector (MTWI) - WG-3401-12
$35.03 - $40.87 per hour
Announcement closes on 6/1/26 (extended)
Direct link to the USAJobs announcements:
Career Transition and Military Spouses apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/869342000
Current Department of Army Civilian Employees apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/869342300

Engineering Technician - GS-0802-11
$77,045 - $100,164 per year
Announcement closes on 6/3/26
Apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/870596800
Open to: Federal employees (Competitive service), Veterans, Military Spouses, Career transition, and Land and base management

Child and Youth Program Assistant (CY-01/02) - CY-1702-01/02
Intermittent Position
$18.70 - $18.71 per hour
Announcement closes on 6/2/26 (extended)
Apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/869356600
Open to the public

Last week, we welcomed Lt. Gen. Gavin Lawrence, Deputy Commanding General of U.S. Army Materiel Command. The visit provi...
05/26/2026

Last week, we welcomed Lt. Gen. Gavin Lawrence, Deputy Commanding General of U.S. Army Materiel Command. The visit provided a firsthand look at our critical cannon and mortar production lines and our ongoing strategic modernization efforts.

Arsenal leadership demonstrated how WVA leverages advanced technology and data-driven decision-making to consistently deliver top-tier, quality systems to our nation's military.

Honored to join our community at this year’s City of Watervliet Memorial Day Parade and memorial service. Memorial Day i...
05/25/2026

Honored to join our community at this year’s City of Watervliet Memorial Day Parade and memorial service. Memorial Day is a moment to pause and reflect on the ultimate sacrifice paid by our men and women in uniform who gave their lives so that we can continue to live in the land of the free.

05/19/2026

Unwavering Support, Unsung Heroes

This month, we honor the quiet heroes who stand behind our Soldiers and Veterans. To the spouses, parents, friends, and battle buddies who provide unwavering support and care, thank you.

Now hiring at Watervliet Arsenal: Property Disposal Specialist, Machine Tool Work Inspector, Quality Assurance Specialis...
05/19/2026

Now hiring at Watervliet Arsenal: Property Disposal Specialist, Machine Tool Work Inspector, Quality Assurance Specialist and Child Youth Services positions. Learn more and apply using the links below.

Property Disposal Specialist GS-1104-09
$63,678 - $82,787 per year
Announcement closes on 5/22/26
Federal employees (Competitive service), Veterans, Military Spouses, Career transition, and Land and base management Apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/869278000

Machine Tool Work Inspector (MTWI) WG-3401-12
$35.03 - $40.87 per hour
Announcement closes on 5/26/26
Career Transition and Military Spouses Apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/869342000
Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/869342300

Quality Assurance Specialist GS-1910-11
Salary Range: $77,045 - $100,164 per year
Announcement closes on 5/26/26
Apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/869417400
Open to the public

Child and Youth Program Assistant (CY-01/02) CY-1702-01/02
Intermittent Position: $18.70 - $18.71 per hour
Announcement closes on 5/19/26
Apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/869356600
Open to the public

Lead Child and Youth Program Assistant (CY-02) CY-1702-02
Intermittent Position: $24.94 - $25.37 per hour
Announcement closes on 5/20/26
Apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/869356600
Open to the public

Watervliet Arsenal is hiring for an Electronics Industrial Controls Mechanic (EICM). This role is responsible for mainta...
05/13/2026

Watervliet Arsenal is hiring for an Electronics Industrial Controls Mechanic (EICM). This role is responsible for maintaining and repairing complex electronic control systems and production equipment. Details and link to apply below:

Electronics Industrial Control Mechanic - WG-2606-10
$32.14 - $37.62 per hour
Announcement closes on 5/21
Apply here: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/867053100
Open to the Public

This morning we joined our community in honoring the life and service of Felix E. Etman and the Rensselaer County Honor ...
05/11/2026

This morning we joined our community in honoring the life and service of Felix E. Etman and the Rensselaer County Honor a Veteran ceremony held at the county offices building in East Greenbush. Etman served in the U.S. Navy during World War II in the Pacific Theater as a DUKW, also known as a "Duck Boat", operator. During his service, he trained extensively in the Pacific for Operation Downfall, the planned invasion of Japan. For his service, Etman received the American Campaign Medal, Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal, World War II Victory Medal and the Philippines Liberation Ribbon. After his service, Etman continued his service through the establishment of the Carner-Etman-Smith VFW Post 6340 in Grafton, NY. The post bears the name of his older brother who was killed in action in Luxemberg mere months after Felix entered the service. Etman went on to raise a family with his wife of 49 years, Margaret, bearing five children and 18 grandchildren.

We thank the Etman family for sharing Felix's remakrably life of service and dedication to his community.

05/05/2026

Tank Tuesday from the 1st Armored Division — America’s Tank Division 💥

A few mission‑focused facts tied to the division :

• The 1st Armored Division has operated armored platforms for more than 80 years
• Abrams crews train year‑round to maintain lethality and overmatch
• Advanced targeting systems support precision and effectiveness in complex environments
• Continuous modernization ensures the division stays ready for tomorrow’s challenges

Old Ironsides continues its legacy of armored strength, combining modern capability, disciplined training, and a long history of leading from the front. The M1 Abrams remains central to the division’s mission of staying ready for any challenge.

We had the distinct privilege this morning to honor Frank J. DiNuzzo, Jr. at the Albany County Honor a Veteran ceremony ...
05/04/2026

We had the distinct privilege this morning to honor Frank J. DiNuzzo, Jr. at the Albany County Honor a Veteran ceremony held at the Watervliet Elks. DiNuzzo served in the U.S. Army’s 204th Combat Engineers in the European theater of WWII. His unit was vital in clearing the beachhead of obstacles and hazards following the Normandy invasion and cleared the way for Gen. Patton’s tank columns to push deeper into enemy territory. For his bravery, DiNuzzo received the Silver Star after he retrieved a wounded comrade under enemy fire and carried him back to safety despite being wounded himself.

His other awards included the Bronze Medal, Purple Heart, European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign medal, Army of Occupation medal, Good Conduct medal and the WWII Victory Medal.

Following the war, DiNuzzo would go on to earn a degree in Business Administration at Sienna College and worked as an Auditor for General Electric and the New York State Teacher’s Retirement System until his retirement.

We thank the DiNuzzo family for sharing Frank’s incredible life of service to our nation and community.

05/01/2026

🇺🇸 May is military appreciation month! Let's give a shoutout to the men and women who raise their right hand to serve our great nation.

Show your appreciation for all of our service members below.

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