Firearms Examiner and Tool Mark Examiner with Security Clearance

Forest Park, Georgia

Mayvin, Inc
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Mayvin, Inc. is currently seeking experienced applicants to serve as a Firearms and Toolmark Examiner. This position is based out of Ft. Gillem, GA (Atlanta area). The work is done OCONUS only. A skills assessment is required ( 4-5 months in Atlanta); hotel and per diem will be included for candidates located outside the region. Subsequent deployments to Bahrain, Kuwait, Djibouti, or Iraq are possible, with final deployment final locations being determined by the customer. Must be a US Citizen to be considered for this position. Must have an active Secret clearance Eligible for 21+ day R&R for every year of deployment, typically taken around the 6-month mark. Once selected to work in partner labs run by the Defense Forensics Science Center (DFSC), candidate must be able to pass competency and proficiency tests administered at DFSC. The inability to pass the competency test and remain proficient as required can possibly result in removal from the contract. Responsibilities : Conduct microscopic comparisons of questioned bullets and cartridge cases. Examining various types of manufacturers, class, and individual characteristics of tools and tool marks on a variety of objects. Conduct shooting incident reconstruction. Provide training for other laboratory examiners and personnel regarding firearm safety and proper handling techniques. Provide guidance/expertise to latent print examiners regarding assisting them with potential locations on firearms where latent prints may be found. Qualifications : Applicant must have or be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. Experience conducting examinations while maintaining chain of custody and formulating interpretation results for forensic and/or intelligence exploitation. Experience with administrative and technical review (AR/TR) lab procedures. Examination of tool marks as having been produced by a particular tool. Experience performing quality checking of instruments and reagents. Once selected to work in partner labs run by the Defense Forensics Science Center (DFSC), candidate must be able to pass competency and proficiency tests administered at DFSC. The inability to pass the competency test and remain proficient as required can possibly result in removal from the contract. Desired Qualifications : Professional certifications such as Association of Firearm and Tool Mark Examiners (AFTE). Experience with utilizing and submitting to national databases. About Mayvin: Mayvin offers our employees an innovative culture, excellent benefits and amenities , an inclusive work environment, ongoing career development, and recognition and rewards to honor hard work. Most importantly, our employees have a voice and are heard; we treat our employees with unwavering dignity and respect. Mayvin is dedicated to protecting the interests of the United States. We made a commitment to deliver unparalleled service to serve the interest of national security. Come join us in tackling our nation's hardest problems in a place where
Date Posted: 24 April 2024
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