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Machinist
Work Schedule: |
Full Time |
Salary: |
$52,979 – $90,698
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Location: |
Washington, DC metropolitan area |
Are you an experienced machinist with the ability to fabricate
high-quality practical solutions, mentor others, and troubleshoot complex
problems? The CIA is looking for enthusiastic
officers who can work effectively as part of a technical team to design and
fabricate devices needed to address challenges driven by operational
needs. As part of the Technical
Operations Officer cadre, applicant will work in direct support of CIA
operations against issues of critical importance to US policymakers. The metal specialist will be responsible for
fabricating, and assembling all forms of complex mechanical devices, working
from initial prototype to final deployable product. Applicant must also modify and customize
commercial products in support of specific technical requirements. Applicant will be required to maintain accurate
design and fabrication records and will prepare final documentation such as
operating instructions for the end user. This position provides the individual with an excellent opportunity to
develop their design skills and further advance their mechanical hands skills while
being directly involved with current, high priority field operations.
As a metal specialist, applicant
will be approached for modifications to, and fabrication of, finished products using
manual machines as well as CNC driven equipment. CNC programming and set-up experience is
required. Familiarization with CAD design
software is desired. A background in
welding and/or sheet metal fabrication is also a desired qualification. Applicant will be required to perform
domestic and foreign travel to include temporary assignments as well as
permanent relocation for a period of 2-3 years.
Minimum qualifications include:
- Graduate of a machining program
offered by an established vocational institute or equivalent 3-4 years
experience as a machinist (prototype, tool and die, and or model maker
- CNC programming and set-up
experience
- Must have working knowledge of
metals and their characteristics
- Must enjoy hands-on work
- Ability to think analytically and
logically in troubleshooting technical problems
- Ability to work effectively in a
team environment
- Ability to effectively interact
with customers
- Effective written and oral
communication skills are a necessity
Desired Qualifications:
- CAM
software experience
- Experience with sheet metal
fabrication
- Experience with welding processes
- CAD design experience (SolidWorks,
etc.)
- Computer user skills
All applicants must successfully complete a thorough medical and psychological exam, a polygraph interview and an extensive background investigation. US citizenship is required.
To be considered suitable for Agency employment, applicants must generally not have used illegal drugs within the last twelve months. The issue of illegal drug use prior to twelve months ago is carefully evaluated during the medical and security processing.
Important Notice: Friends, family, individuals, or organizations may be interested to learn that you are an applicant for or an employee of the CIA. Their interest, however, may not be benign or in your best interest. You cannot control whom they would tell. We therefore ask you to exercise discretion and good judgment in disclosing your interest in a position with the Agency. You will receive further guidance on this topic as you proceed through your CIA employment processing.
To Apply:
Submit Resume Online
Note: Multiple submissions are unnecessary and will slow the processing of your resume. Of course, if you made an error in your submission or need to update your resume, you may submit another resume. The second resume will overwrite the first.
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Posted: Sep 10, 2008 07:37 AM
Last Updated: Sep 10, 2008 11:15 AM
Last Reviewed: Sep 10, 2008 07:37 AM