Amentum is currently seeking a Latent Print Examiner based in Forest Park, GA. You will support exploitation missions to both CONUS (Continental United States) and OCONUS (Outside the Continental United States) locations. This is a full-time role that requires travel and deployment as needed to support mission requirements.
Essential Responsibilities:
Process evidence to develop latent prints using standard laboratory procedures. Processing methods include, but are not limited to, cyanoacrylate fuming, fluorescent dye stains, powders in suspension, ninhydrin and indanedione.
Identify, label, and photograph latent prints on evidence.
Photograph each latent print using proper photographic equipment and techniques.
Analyze latent prints in Adobe Photoshop to determine suitability and submit to a database.
Compare latent prints to known prints and make conclusions.
Document all examination results/findings in the Weapons Technical Intelligence Exploitation Analysis Tool (WEAT) database.
Annotate the case file documentation, detailing the processing techniques and the examination results.
Interpret results for forensic and/or intelligence exploitation.
Perform administrative and technical reviews of reports for fellow examiners.
Maintaining proper chain of custody.
Mix chemicals as required and perform quality checks on instruments and reagents.
Maintain a clean laboratory and personal workspace environment, in accordance with laboratory procedures.
Minimum Requirements:
One (1) year of experience working independently in a forensic laboratory performing latent print processing and comparisons on criminal evidence and/or intelligence exploitation.
Independent experience must include the following:
Processing of material for latent print recovery
Thorough knowledge of ACE-V methodology
Visualizing and evaluating latents with the use of Adobe Photoshop and other related software
Proficiency utilizing national databases, such as AFIS and/or ABIS.
Experience in technical and administrative case file review.
Have 20/20 vision or correctable 20/20 vision with no detected color vision deficiencies.
Must be able to obtain a DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance. (Please note: US citizenship is required to obtain a US Secret security clearance).
Ability to obtain and maintain an active US Passport. Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS.
Must be able to complete and pass a medical assessment per customer requirements.
Skills Required
- One (1) year of independent experience in a forensic laboratory performing latent print processing and comparisons
- Processing of material for latent print recovery (cyanoacrylate fuming, ninhydrin, indanedione, fluorescent dyes, powders etc.)
- Thorough knowledge of ACE-V methodology
- Visualizing and evaluating latents using Adobe Photoshop and related software
- Proficiency utilizing national fingerprint databases such as AFIS and/or ABIS
- Experience in technical and administrative case file review
- Maintain proper chain of custody and document examination results in databases (e.g., WEAT)
- Have 20/20 vision or correctable 20/20 vision with no detected color vision deficiencies
- Ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret/SCI security clearance (US citizenship required for Secret clearance)
- Ability to obtain and maintain an active US passport and travel CONUS and OCONUS as needed
- Must be able to complete and pass a medical assessment per customer requirements
- Ability to mix chemicals and perform quality checks on instruments and reagents; maintain laboratory cleanliness
Amentum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as comprehensive, with medical, dental, and vision plans and multiple PPO/HSA options. Mental health support via an employee assistance program and other wellness resources is also included in the benefits mix.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is positioned as a meaningful part of total rewards through a 401(k) plan with employer matching. Profit-sharing contributions and immediate or near-term vesting in some cases further strengthen the retirement value proposition.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are presented as solid for the sector, including tiered PTO accrual by tenure and a set of paid holidays. Role-dependent flexible or remote work options and leave programs add to perceived work-life support.
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