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Senior Marine Technicians oversee the safety and training related to deck operations on the US Antarctic Program's two research vessels: the Nathaniel B. Palmer and the Laurence M. Gould. In their role, they are responsible for the rigging and mechanical operation of all scientific equipment deployed over the side of the vessel, including all small boat operations. They are also responsible for orchestrating all cargo movements to and from the vessel.
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Deployment to Antarctica is required of this position annually. Eligibility for deployment will require physical and dental evaluations with parameters determined by the National Science Foundation (NSF).
Per contract requirements, US Citizenship is required. Failure to meet these requirements will result in withdrawal of employment offer or other employment action.
Must obtain a Public Trust security clearance prior to start date, this process could take up to 4 months.
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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The Challenge:
Maintains safe workplace program and ensures safety is the highest priority in the workplace.
Acts as the Deck Boss for all deployments of people and equipment off the ship. Coordinates, with the Marine Project Coordinator (MPC), all personnel that may work on the deck to ensure safe and efficient operations.
Maintains all facets of safety for operations in the shop, on the deck and off the ship. This includes safety enforcement, training, and on-site review of Marine Technician (MT) safety procedures. Acts as the onboard safety advocate.
Is able to assess risks and implement mitigation strategies in an ever changing environment.
Prepares and maintains documentation for vessel-based operations. This includes turnover reports at the end of each cruise, use logs for all equipment, operations logs, and detailed inventories for all equipment and supplies moving on and off the vessel.
Trains junior technicians in all facets of the Marine Technician field. This includes machine shop practices, seaman skills, small boat seamanship, ship safety, and all facets of building, deploying and recovering oceanographic systems, and conducting operations in the sea-ice.
Coordinates the maintenance, repair, storage and accounting for the vessel’s science and oceanographic equipment, material, and machinery.
Coordinates Marine Technician tasking and watch schedules with other Marine Technicians onboard as directed by the Marine Technical Service Manager and Marine Project Coordinator.
Maintains in good working order the vessel’s complement of inflatable boats, including the proper stocks of spare parts to fully support the science program. May, on occasion, operate and transport science party and/or staff in inflatable boats.
Assists during port calls with the on-loading and off-loading of science and vessel cargo. Ensures safe, secure storage of cargo for transport during cruise.
Assists with on-going science projects as directed by the Marine Technical Service Manager. This may involve temporary duty (TDY) in Denver Project Office to work with procurements, pre-cruise planning, and other special projects.
Interacts with the National Science Foundation (NSF), military and other agency officials, both over the telephone and in person.
This position requires heavy lifting of at least the safety regulation maximum and strenuous physical activity for both indoors and outdoors.
Performs other duties as required.
What Sets You Apart:
A minimum five years’ experience on research vessels assisting with scientific programs in an on-deck capacity, or other applicable career experience is required.
Experience in commercial marine operations such as merchant marine, fisheries, etc. is required.
Expected Skills and Competencies:
Comprehensive knowledge of at-sea oceanographic work
Experience with deploying/retrieving oceanographic and scientific equipment
Demonstrated ability to perform on-deck rigging, cargo handling and crane operations
Proficient with basic hydraulic plumbing including spool valve/hose installation and termination.
Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods
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.
Valid Driver’s License issued in the United States.
You May Also Have:
College level coursework in Marine or a science-related field.
USCG license or document as Able-bodied Seaman.
High-latitude or polar experience is a plus.
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Original Posting Date:
2024-03-08While 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 $65,000.00 - $117,500.00The 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.
About Leidos
Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world’s most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 47,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.
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