Forensic Evidence Scientist - Firearms & NIBIN

Yulista; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

StraitSys Inc is seeking a qualified Physical Scientist / Evidence Analyst to support the FBI Laboratory Division, applying scientific capabilities to evidence collection, processing, and exploitation for investigations and intelligence priorities.

The role requires leading forensic teams, strong communication, and advanced computer skills. A TS clearance and US citizenship are required to ensure compliant, timely delivery of services to government customers.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI if required.
• US Citizen.
• Bachelor of Science degree in Sciences or equivalent with 5 years of forensic lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive and account for boxes of evidence and related materials from the Evidence Management Unit.
• Visually inspect and process evidence and related materials for firearms evidence; photograph evidence and related materials.
• Conduct test firing of firearms to collect bullets, cartridge cases, or shotshells.
• Enter information into FBI databases.
• Perform sample acquisitions into the National Integrated Ballistics Information Network (NIBIN).
• Record case notes, photographs, chain-of-custody forms, and electronic communications.
• Use eLab software for evidence inventory, tracking, and flow.
• Maintain proper chain-of-custody for all forensic material under examination.
• Support activities, functions, or duties, as defined in future TOs.
• Participates with senior personnel in research studies which involve systematic, critical and intensive investigation necessary for the development of experimental processes.

Skills

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Analytical skills

Independent work

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor of Science in Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

eLab software

Job description

StraitSys Inc is seeking a qualified Physical Scientist / Evidence Analyst to support the FBI Laboratory Division, applying scientific capabilities to evidence collection, processing, and exploitation for investigations and intelligence priorities.

The role requires leading forensic teams, strong communication, and advanced computer skills. A TS clearance and US citizenship are required to ensure compliant, timely delivery of services to government customers.