Firearms & Tool Mark Examiner
Description: BAE Systems is looking for a Firearms and Tool Mark Examiner who fosters teamwork and cooperation to perform a variety of physical and microscopic laboratory tests, analyses, classifications, comparisons and identifications on all types of tool marks, firearms and ammunition and other types of physical evidence using established protocols. Position entails deployment to Iraq and/or Afghanistan in support of theatre operations. The candidate will be responsible to perform and provide supervision concerning various quality control procedures; ensure the integrity of evidence by using established handling protocols; perform examinations of ammunition, spent bullets and casings, and the determination and recording of their physical parameters using measuring projectors, micrometers and other equipment; perform examinations of firearms, bullets, shells, casings and other weapons; conduct comparison examinations regarding spent projectiles, spent cartridge casings and shot shells; enter data for the National Integrated Ballistics Identification Network (NIBIN) and the IBIS TRAX 3D System; chemically restore obliterated serial numbers and other markings on weapons; train firearms technicians and junior level firearms examiners; lead a team of firearms examiners; and other duties as required. During time of deployment, substantial amounts of additional compensation will be added to base salary. Please inquire for additional details.
Must Have: - Member of AFTE
- A minimum of 5 years experience in the field of firearms & tool mark examination
- Able to obtain/maintain an active secret level clearance
- Willing to deploy overseas for 6 months to 1 year incremental rotations
- Meet contractual requirements associated with the Minimal Standard of Fitness for Deployment
Preferences: - Previous experience with IBIS and NIBIN database
- Supervisory and/or training experience
Please visit BAE Systems website (
www.baesystems.jobs / Filter by US, VA, King George for search criteria) to view and apply to the posting. Contact Jillian Berry concerning all inquiries and questions;
jillian.berry@baesystems.com.