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The Marine Fleet Coordinator acts as the most senior professional mariner on Station, and as such, advises Station Management on all aspects of Marine Operations. The Marine Fleet Coordinator duties include overseeing and assisting in the operation and maintenance of a fleet of fifteen active small boats, plus a number of reserve vessels and overseeing and executing all aspects of maritime training and safety for Station residents.
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Deployment to Antarctica is required in this role. Deployment length is expected to be for 6 months, starting in late March 2025. The candidate in the position must complete the physical and dental examinations required by the NSF for deploying to Antarctica.
Due to contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.
Must obtain a Public Trust security clearance prior to start date. This process could take up to 4 months.
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About the Antarctic Support Contract:
Leidos Antarctic Support Contract (ASC) is the prime contractor to the National Science Foundation (NSF) in support of the United States Antarctic Program (USAP). Leidos supports the NSF's Office of Polar Program's Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics by aligning with their Mission and Vision Statements:
- Vision: Expanding our scientific reach in Antarctica through increased operational and logistical effectiveness.
- Mission: To provide the operational and logistical platform necessary for the U.S. to conduct world-class science in Antarctica and maintain its active and influential presence on the continent.
Leidos ASC provides science and logistics support for approximately 150 science and technical events across three geographically remote research stations; McMurdo Station, Palmer Station, and South Pole Station and several deep field sites across Antarctica. Each station or field site supports world class research across multiple science disciplines. The planning and implementation of science support requirements in Antarctica is a critical part of our mission.
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What Sets You Apart:
- USCG Captain's OUVP license
- Must Possess a Valid Driver's License issued in the United States.
- Minimum six (6) years of experience acting as a vessel Captain, or in senior engineering/systems design role.
- Two (2) of the six (6) years' experience must be in maintaining small vessel systems and hulls, or equivalent.
- Experience in commercial marine operations such as merchant marine, fisheries, or boatyards.
- Demonstrated experience with coastal navigation, electronic navigation, and dead reckoning.
- Experience training others in small vessel operation.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in vessel scheduling, maintenance, and operation.
- Ability to mentor and provide advanced training to station staff, and scientists.
- Comprehensive knowledge of small vessel operation, trailering, troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Proven ability to repair and troubleshoot engines and/or machinery including 4-stroke outboards, diesel, and inflatables.
- High level independent problem-solving and multi-tasking skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be able to facilitate challenging situations and communicate effectively across various stakeholders.
- Must be willing and able to lift and move items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum as required by the position.
- Must be willing and able to perform physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors in extreme cold as required by the position.
- Must participate in community programs, such as "house-mouse" (chores), "daisy-picking" (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts & safety objectives.
You Might Also Have:
- USCG 25-ton (or higher) Captain's license
- Experience working on vessels with customers and/or students
- Prior research vessel support experience
- Experience working at Palmer Station Boathouse
- Knowledge of Palmer Station Basin
- Emergency Medical Technician, offshore or field medic training
- College level coursework in marine or a science-related field
- High-latitude experience is a plus
- Experience transporting, handling, deploying and retrieving oceanographic sampling equipment
Original Posting Date:
2024-11-04
While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $101,400.00 - $183,300.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.