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Leidos

Antarctic Airfield Manager

$115K - $125K/yr

About the Antarctic Support Contract: Leidos Antarctic Support Contract (ASC) is the prime ... Leidos ASC provides science and logistics support for approximately 150 science and technical ...

Leidos

Marine Fleet Coordinator

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 ...

Leidos

Small Research Vessel Captain

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 ...

Leidos

Material Analyst

$27 - $33.50/hr

Leidos supports the NSF's Office of Polar Program's Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics and provides science and logistics support for approximately 150 science and technical events across three ...

Leidos

Material Expediter

Oxnard, CA · On-site

$28.66/hr

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 ...

Leidos

Material Expediter

Oxnard, CA

$28.66/hr

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 ...

GHG Corp

Electrical Engineer (Licensed)

Webster, TX · Remote

$60 - $80/hr

Electrical Engineer - GHG Corporation GHG Corporation provides logistical support to the United States Antarctic Program (USAP) for the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC). The specified support ...

Pae

Meteorologist Senior

Chicago, IL

Supports the National Science Foundation managed United States Antarctic Program as part of the ... Previousexperience with remote Polar Logistics operations Physical and/or Other Requirements

Pae

TDY SAR Supervisor

Juneau, AK · On-site

Ensures field site and equipment aremaintainedand secured for Antarctic conditions. * Maintains a ... Identifiesand provides many logistical needs,includinginventory reporting, fuel deliveries, and ...

Gana-A'Yoo, Limited - Antarctic Program

$500 - $800/wk

... Logistics, FMC, Boathouse, etc.) Attend all required emergency response team trainings Maintain clean and orderly workspaces in processing facility and in outdoor work areas Participate in all ...

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How much do antarctic logistics jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for antarctic logistics in the United States is $25.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $29.09 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Antarctic Logistics job?

An Antarctic Logistics job involves coordinating transportation, supplies, and operations to support scientific research and personnel in Antarctica. Responsibilities may include managing cargo shipments, overseeing field camp setups, and ensuring safe travel across extreme conditions. Workers in this field often collaborate with government agencies, research institutions, and private contractors. Strong organizational skills and the ability to work in harsh environments are essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Antarctic Logistics position, and why are they important?

To succeed in Antarctic Logistics, a strong background in supply chain management, transportation coordination, and cold-weather operations is essential, often supported by relevant degrees or certifications such as logistics or hazardous materials handling. Familiarity with logistics planning software, GPS tracking systems, and inventory management tools is typically required. Excellent problem-solving, adaptability, and communication skills are crucial for managing unexpected challenges in remote and extreme environments. These skills ensure the safe, efficient movement of personnel and essential supplies necessary for the success of Antarctic research missions.

What are the unique daily challenges faced in an Antarctic Logistics role?

Professionals in Antarctic Logistics often contend with extreme weather, limited transportation windows, and strict environmental protocols, all of which require meticulous planning and rapid problem-solving. Day-to-day responsibilities can include coordinating shipments, managing hazardous materials, scheduling air or sea transport, and ensuring safe storage of supplies in sub-zero conditions. Teamwork is a key part of the job, as close collaboration with scientists, facility managers, and international partners is necessary to keep operations running smoothly. Being prepared to adapt plans at short notice is critical, as changing weather or equipment issues can disrupt even the most well-organized schedules.

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Infographic showing various Antarctic Logistics job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 5% As Needed, 1% Full Time, 81% Contract, and 11% Nights. Highlights an 2% Physical, and 98% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $53,427 per year, or $25.7 per hour.
Field Logistics Coordinator

Field Logistics Coordinator

Digital Harbor Foundation

Baltimore, MD • On-site, Remote

$50 - $75/hr

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Job description

Overview
The Field Logistics Coordinator is a contract role anticipated through February 2027 with Arête Glacier Initiative is responsible for serving as the science team's primary logistics planner and ALE liaison. This is a planning and coordination role as much as a field role. The coordinator will work closely with our science team and ALE staff to ensure that every logistical requirement for the expedition is anticipated, communicated, and resolved - from cargo manifests and instrument shipping to field safety protocols and day-to-day communication at Thwaites. You will be the person who knows both the science team's needs and ALE's systems well enough to keep the two in sync.
Arête Glacier Initiative is supporting a multi-institutional glaciology research expedition to Thwaites Glacier, West Antarctica, deploying in the upcoming austral summer (December/January). A science team of approximately five researchers will conduct geophysical fieldwork - including seismic sensor deployment, GNSS/GPS stations, and ground penetrating radar - at a fly-in field site accessed through Antarctic Logistics & Expeditions' (ALE) Union Glacier camp. Field logistics on the ice will be handled by ALE.
Climate change is destabilizing marine ice sheets, creating a risk of catastrophic sea-level rise over the next century. Arête Glacier Initiative is a new nonprofit initiative dedicated to understanding this risk and assessing the efficacy, safety, and feasibility of potential interventions to stabilize ice sheets. We aim to fund, coordinate, and accelerate research to enable informed societal decisions regarding these interventions.
Digital Harbor Foundation is dedicated to fostering learning, creativity, productivity, and community through education with a vision of digital equity for everyone. Driven by our sincere belief that access to opportunity is a basic right, we take bold yet practical actions to support making a better future now. Through a portfolio of projects focused on developing leadership within communities, we support those closest to challenges to take deliberate actions based in design thinking approach, backed by data analysis, grounded in a practice of collective impact, and driven by a commitment to racial equity.
Experience Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
  • Demonstrated polar field experience, preferably including at least one Antarctic season, with strong working knowledge of the realities of remote ice-sheet fieldwork
  • Experience working within or alongside a commercial or national Antarctic logistics provider; familiarity with how field plans, cargo systems, and flight scheduling work in practice

Preferred Qualifications
  • Direct prior experience with ALE operations and Union Glacier staging
  • Personal Antarctic field experience, providing firsthand understanding of the environment and constraints the team will be working in
  • Background in glaciology, geophysics, or a related cryosphere science; familiarity with seismic, GNSS, or radar field operations
  • Experience coordinating multi-institutional science teams
  • Prior role as field PI, science coordination office member, or expedition manager on a polar project

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Strong organizational skills; ability to manage complex, multi-party logistics with long lead times and limited margin for error
  • Excellent communication skills; able to represent the science team's needs to a logistics provider and translate operational constraints back to scientists
  • Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a remote environment across a geographically distributed team
  • You have a deep understanding of what it takes to plan and execute a remote Antarctic field campaign - whether from direct experience, a logistics coordination role, or both
  • You are proactive and detail-oriented, able to anticipate problems before they reach the field and resolve them efficiently across time zones and institutions
  • You are a clear communicator who can work effectively with both scientists and logistics providers, and know how to bridge those two worlds
  • You are comfortable working in an early-stage organization where priorities may evolve and initiative is valued
  • You are organized, reliable, and able to manage multiple workstreams and deadlines simultaneously

Additional Notes
This contract position is fully remote with occasional in-person meetings as needed to fulfill the responsibilities of the position.
Work is anticipated to end in February 2027.
Role and Responsibilities
Pre-Deployment Planning
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for ALE for all expedition logistics: flight scheduling, cargo, camp configuration, field movement planning, and communications setup
  • Work with the science team to develop a detailed Field Plan covering site access, instrument deployment sequences, traverse routes, daily schedules, and contingency plans
  • Coordinate equipment procurement, packing, documentation, and cargo shipping to Punta Arenas staging
  • Coordinate team medical/fitness clearances and any ALE-required training or documentation
  • Liaise with science team members across multiple institutions to consolidate logistics requirements

Post-Season
  • Oversee equipment repatriation, cargo tracking, and shipping from Punta Arenas
  • Compile a post-season logistics report documenting lessons learned, ALE costs, and recommendations for future seasons

Other Duties
Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the candidate for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Compensation
Compensation for this position is $50-$75 hourly, commensurate with experience.
If our mission and vision align with your personal values, please apply!
A cover letter outlining your qualifications for the position along with your resume is required. Interviews will be conducted virtually. Digital Harbor and Arete Glacier Initiative are equal opportunity employers.

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