CIA

Machinist

Work Schedule: Full Time
Salary: $55,512 - $95,026
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.
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