Latent Print Examiner (Afghanistan) Job in King George, Virginia US
Latent Print Examiner (Afghanistan)
BAE Systems is in need of experienced Latent Print Examiners interested in dynamic overseas work supporting the United States Army Criminal Investigative Laboratory (USACIL) and its Expeditionary Forensic Laboratories in Afghanistan. Examiners are responsible for preserving and examining exploitable material for friction ridge detail following defined analytical methods which may include the use of chemicals, optical and computerized scientific techniques; maintaining established standards of laboratory safety, cleanliness, and efficiency; capturing developed latent prints from different substrates using digital photography equipment and high-resolution scanners; conducting complex friction ridge analysis of latent prints developed from exploited material to known individual standards and develop analytical findings using ACE-V methodology; providing detailed written documentation regarding the scientific findings of examinations performed; remaining current in the developments and theories of forensic science through available literature and contact with subject matter experts in the field of forensic science; providing formal and informal training in the collection and preservation of evidence which may contain latent prints; and other duties as assigned. Candidates should have experience working forensic cases "from cradle to grave" - from initial inventorying and triage through processing and comparison to verification and final report writing. Organizational skills and exemplary work habits are critical. Personnel must be able to prioritize, handle, and execute on multiple requests and tasking in order to handle a very high volume of work. In addition to the technical skills above, additional attributes are integral to success: innovativeness, self-motivation, professionalism, and flexibility suitable to meet the customer requirements and expectations. BAE Systems offers competitive salary and benefits. Substantial compensation is added during deployment. Lodging and food are provided while deployed. Please inquire for additional information. Required Skills: - A minimum of 2 years of full-time experience processing and comparing latent prints in a crime laboratory. - Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. - Willingness to deploy overseas for 3 to 6 month intervals for a total of at least 1 year. - Meet contractual requirements associated with the Minimal Standard of Fitness for Deployment. - Eligibility to obtain Latent Print Examiner Certification from the International Association for Identification (IAI) or another comparable certification level, if not already certified. Preferred Skills: - Prior military experience. - Strong photography and IT skills. - Supervisory or training experience. - Previous deployment, particularly at a CEXC or JEFF lab. BAE Systems is a premier global defense and security company with approximately 100,000 employees delivering a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support and services. Support Solutions, based in Rockville, Maryland, provides a wide range of services in engineering, system integration, ship repair, and readiness and sustainment for military platforms. Its Technology Solutions Services unit addresses the full life-cycle needs of U.S. Department of Defense and federal civilian customers with capabilities in systems engineering and technical assistance, system and subsystem integration, operations, and maintenance. TSS serves every branch of the U.S. military and numerous civilian agencies, operating the U.S. Army's munitions plant in Kingsport, Tennessee; integrating communications systems and developing and integrating precision tracking radars; and providing design and support services for air and missile defense systems. The Ship Repair business is the leading U.S. provider of non-nuclear ship repair, conversion, and modernization services. It focuses on drydock and pier-side ship repair and sustainment services for the U.S. Navy, other defense agencies, and commercial customers. The Readiness Sustainment business focuses on customers growing need for through-life platform support. People are the greatest asset in any Company ... BAE Systems is committed to a high performance culture and provides an environment that challenges our employees to be remarkable and obtain their full potential. We are an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer that understands the value of diversity and its impact on a high performance culture. Join us ...