ANTARCTICA Traverse Operations Packet Lead
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Houston, MS - USA
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ANTARCTICA: Traverse Operations Packet LeadBelong Connect Grow with KBR! - At KBR we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.
Program Summary
The National Science Foundation (NSF) manages the United States Antarctic Program (USAP). The USAP supports all U.S. scientific research and related logistics in Antarctica and aboard USAP vessels that operate along the continental margin and in the Southern Ocean. Science within the Antarctic research portfolio is chosen and funded by NSF and other Federal agencies including NASA NOAA and the Department of Energy. The purpose of the Antarctic Science and Engineering Support Contract (ASESC) is to enable that science.
All participants are responsible for maintaining a safe workplace and ensuring that safety is the highest priority. This includes compliance with all ASESC environmental health & safety and quality assurance requirements.
Job Summary
TheTraverse Operations Packet Lead is responsible for leading the planning coordination transition and execution of traverse operations supportingthe Antarctic Science and Engineering Support Contract (ASESC). This role provides functional leadership for all aspects of traverse operations including the movement of personnel cargo fuel scientific equipment and mission-critical resources throughout the Antarctic are responsible for ensuringtraverse capabilities effectively support program objectivesby bringing strong experience in remote operations transportation logistics expeditionary field support and leadership in austere environments.
*This is a remote position based in the US.
Roles and Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for traverse-related operational planning transition activities and stakeholder coordination
Coordinate the movement of personnel equipment fuel cargo and scientific materials between stations and remote field locations
Ensure traverse operations are conducted safely efficiently and in compliance with contractual environmental and operational requirements
Coordinate with Science Planning Science Implementation Logistics Fleet Operations Safety Field Operations and Station Management teams to support mission objectives
Oversee traverse fleet readiness equipment availability maintenance planning and operational support requirements
Lead route planning efforts hazard assessments weather evaluations and operational risk management activities
Monitor operational performance and identify opportunities to improve safety reliability and efficiency
Prepare reports operational analyses performance metrics and executive-level briefings
Support budget planning resource allocation and equipment replacement planning activities
Basic Qualifications
U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation
Bachelors degree in Logistics Operations Management Transportation or a related field; equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
Typically 7 years of experience in transportation operations logistics expeditionary operations or a related field
Experience planning and executing complex transportation logistics or field operations involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
Strong problem-solving organizational and decision-making skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively engage operational technical and management personnel
Familiaritywith operational planning logistics fleet management or resource management systems
Preferred Qualifications
Masters degree in Logistics Transportation Business Administration or a related field
Experience leading overland traverse operations or large-scale transportation programs
Experience supporting government contracts large-scale transitions or program mobilizations
KBR Benefits
KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match medical dental vision life insurance AD&D flexible spending account disability paid time off or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.
Belong Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.
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