FirearmToolmark Examiner

The Opportunity:
CACI is seeking a Firearm/Toolmaker Examiner to help support exploitation missions both CONUS (Continental United States) and OCONUS (Outside Continental United States) via deployment.

Responsibilities:

• Examine evidence and forensic materials and render all items safe.
• Examine evidence items for any signs indicating make model modifications place of origin manufacturer or maker and serial numbers.
• Examine evidence items for unique or indicative tool marks using magnification etching x-ray and/or photographic techniques to best exploit the evidence items.
• Use photographic equipment to capture still images of each evidence item and relevant key portions of the evidence item or other exhibits to support further analysis conclusions and documentation.
• Utilizing and submitting to national databases.
• Perform forensic examination of tool marks on a wide variety of weapons and IED related evidence.
• Produce detailed notes and reports.
• Perform technical and administrative reviews (AR/TR) of other examiners casework.
• Perform quality checks of instruments and reagents.
• Interact and collaborate with other group/team members and other forensic staff to ensure a high quality and accurate product

Qualifications:

Required

• Four (4) years of laboratory experience performing firearms and toolmark evidence comparison and analysis.
• A bachelors degree in a scientific field from an accredited university but extensive closely related work experience may be used in lieu of a degree.
• A masters degree in forensic or physical sciences or a related field may substitute for one (1) year of experience.
• Safe firearm handling to include firearm maintenance gunsmithing reloading ballistic performance bullet casting shotgun patterning and firearm manufacturing methods.
• Techniques to visualize evaluate and compare firearms bullets and cartridge cases.
• Use of microscopes and measuring devices for comparison of ammunition components firearms and various toolmarks.
• Performance of serial number restoration.
• Experience in technical and administrative case file review.
• Have 20/20 vision or correctable 20/20 vision with no detected color vision deficiencies.
• Able to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance. (Please note: US citizenship is required to obtain a US Top Secret security clearance).
• Must be able to obtain a US passport.
• Must be able to complete and pass a medical assessment per customer requirements.

Desired

• Previous experience supporting the Forensic Exploitation Department (FXD) is highly preferred
• Top Secret Clearance

What You Can Expect:

A culture of integrity.

At CACI we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member youll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customers missions and driven by a higher purpose to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. Youll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together we will advance our nations most critical missions build on our lengthy track record of business success and find opportunities to break new ground in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including but not limited to geographic location Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates relevant prior work experience specific skills and competencies education and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare wellness financial retirement family support continuing education and time off benefits.

Since this position can be worked in more than one location the range shown is the national average for the position.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

CACI is anEqualOpportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy sexual orientation age national origin disability status as a protected veteran or any otherprotectedcharacteristic.