EOD Systems

The EOD Systems program, as outlined in Line Item 6520 of the FY 2026 Navy Procurement, Marine Corps budget, is designed to provide the Marine Corps with advanced Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) capabilities. The primary objective of this program is to equip EOD teams with the necessary tools and technologies to detect, identify, render safe, and dispose of unexploded ordnance, improvised explosive devices (IEDs), and weapons of mass destruction. The program supports both procurement and modernization efforts, ensuring that Marine Corps EOD units maintain operational effectiveness against evolving threats in diverse environments, including littoral and expeditionary settings.

A core component of the EOD Systems line item is the Family of EOD Equipment (FEOD). This supports engineering, cybersecurity, logistics, and acquisition activities related to specialized EOD tool kits. The FEOD portfolio includes over forty authorized material control numbers, covering diagnostic equipment, robotics, and energetically actuated tools. These assets enable EOD teams to perform a full spectrum of tasks, from detection and diagnosis to exploitation and disposal, supporting both Marine Air-Ground Task Force (MAGTF) and Marine Special Operations Forces. The program also funds the procurement of the Army, Navy, and Primary Diagnosis Radiation, Indication, and Computation (RADIAC) Set, which is used for field identification of radiological sources, and the Expeditionary Disassembly Tool (EDT), which enhances technician safety during ordnance exploitation.

Littoral Explosive Ordnance Neutralization (LEON) is another major initiative within the EOD Systems program. LEON consists of a family of systems, including Remotely Operated Vehicles, Unmanned Underwater Vehicles, Unmanned Surface Vessels, Amphibious Unmanned Ground Vehicles, and specialized dive gear. The goal of LEON is to provide assured mobility from ship to shore by enabling EOD teams to detect, reacquire, render safe, and dispose of underwater explosive ordnance. LEON emphasizes manned-unmanned teaming, leveraging semi-autonomous and remote capabilities before resorting to manual intervention. This approach reduces risk to personnel and enhances operational reach in littoral zones.

Explosive Hazard Defeat Systems (EHDS) focuses on enhancing the Marine Corps' ability to defeat explosive hazards during route and area clearance operations. EHDS includes the procurement of Full Force Design Enhancements, such as modernized Combat Engineer tool kits, upgraded ENFIRE digital surveying systems with LiDAR capability, and unmanned ground and aerial vehicles equipped with EO/IR sensors and automatic target recognition. The objective is to improve detection, marking, and neutralization of a broader spectrum of explosive threats, increase operational tempo, and enhance force protection by enabling standoff and remote-controlled operations.

Counter Improvised Explosive Device (C-IED) and ENFIRE are sub-programs within EHDS that address specific capability gaps. ENFIRE is a digital surveying kit that minimizes exposure to enemy observation while collecting engineer-related data. The FY 2026 budget reflects a decrease due to the completion of ENFIRE procurement, indicating that this sub-system has reached its fielding objectives. C-IED efforts focus on integrating advanced sensors and recognition technologies to support the identification and defeat of improvised explosive devices, further contributing to Marine Corps survivability and mission success.

Support activities within the EOD Systems line item ensure sustained operational readiness of EOD capabilities. Funding in this area covers engineering and acquisition support, logistics, and modernization efforts. These activities are essential for maintaining the effectiveness of fielded equipment, implementing cybersecurity measures, and supporting ongoing modernization to keep pace with emerging threats and technological advancements.