Firearm/Toolmark Examiner

Dormont Manufacturing Co; Forest Park (OH); On-site; USD 63,720 - 106,200; Full time

Job summary

CACI is seeking a Firearm/Toolmaker Examiner to support exploitation missions both CONUS and OCONUS via deployment. Responsibilities include examining evidence, identifying origins, and documenting findings with high accuracy.

The role requires four years of lab experience in firearms and toolmarks, a scientific degree, and the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance. Travel and strict credentials are expected; the position offers strong advancement and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Four (4) years of laboratory experience performing firearms and toolmark evidence comparison and analysis.
• Bachelor's degree in a scientific field from an accredited university; closely related work may substitute.
• A master's degree in forensic/physical sciences may substitute for one year of experience.
• Safe firearm handling, maintenance, gunsmithing and ballistic performance knowledge.
• Skills to visualize, evaluate and compare firearms, bullets and cartridge cases.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance; US citizenship required for Top Secret.

Responsibilities

• Examine evidence and forensic materials and render all items safe.
• Identify make, model, origin, manufacturer or serial numbers from evidence.
• Detect unique tool marks using magnification, etching, X-ray or photography.
• Capture photographs of evidence items and key portions for analysis and reports.
• Submit to national databases and maintain accurate records.
• Perform forensic examination of tool marks on weapons and IED-related evidence.
• Prepare detailed notes, reports and quality checks of instruments and reagents.
• Conduct technical reviews of colleagues' casework and coordinate with team.

Skills

Firearms/Toolmark analysis

Microscopy

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field

Master's degree in forensic/physical sciences (substitute for 1 year)

Tools

Microscopes

Measuring devices

Job description

Firearm/Toolmark Examiner

Engineering and Technical Support – Full Time – Regular

CACI is seeking a Firearm/Toolmaker Examiner to 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 bachelor’s degree in a scientific field from an accredited university but extensive, closely related work experience may be used in lieu of a degree.
• A master’s 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.

Pay Range

$51,800–$106,200

Benefits

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CACI is an Equal Opportunity 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 other protected characteristic.