Antarctic Airfield Manager
$115K - $125K/yr
Leidos is seeking an Airfield Manager to support the United States Antarctic Program (USAP). The ... Leidos ASC provides science and logistics support for approximately 150 science and technical ...
Antarctic Airfield Manager
$115K - $125K/yr
Leidos is seeking an Airfield Manager to support the United States Antarctic Program (USAP). The ... Leidos ASC provides science and logistics support for approximately 150 science and technical ...
To provide the operational and logistical platform necessary for the U.S. to conduct world-class ... Serve as on-site HR resource for employees, managers, and leadership deployed to McMurdo Station ...
To provide the operational and logistical platform necessary for the U.S. to conduct world-class ... Serve as on-site HR resource for employees, managers, and leadership deployed to McMurdo Station ...
Antarctic Administrative Coordinator (Alternate)
$60K - $64K/yr
The McMurdo Area Management Senior Administrative Coordinator will be responsible for a broad range ... To provide the operational and logistical platform necessary for the U.S. to conduct world-class ...
Antarctic Administrative Coordinator (Alternate)
$60K - $64K/yr
The McMurdo Area Management Senior Administrative Coordinator will be responsible for a broad range ... To provide the operational and logistical platform necessary for the U.S. to conduct world-class ...
This position manages the activities and operations for Palmer Station during their deployment. The ... Leidos supports the NSF's Office of Polar Program's Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics by ...
This position manages the activities and operations for Palmer Station during their deployment. The ... Leidos supports the NSF's Office of Polar Program's Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics by ...
... management and logistical or technical support for science teams deployed to Antarctica. This is a ... Leidos supports the NSF's Office of Polar Program's Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics by ...
... management and logistical or technical support for science teams deployed to Antarctica. This is a ... Leidos supports the NSF's Office of Polar Program's Antarctic Infrastructure and Logistics by ...
... Management strategies in field camp locations and operations that are peripheral to Antarctic ... Field experience with logistic base support for remote work camps with emphasis on heavy industrial ...
... Management strategies in field camp locations and operations that are peripheral to Antarctic ... Field experience with logistic base support for remote work camps with emphasis on heavy industrial ...
Meteorologist Senior
Chicago, IL · On-site
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
Meteorologist Senior
Chicago, IL · On-site
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
Engineer II - Polar
Socorro, NM · On-site
$93K - $112K/yr
... Arctic and Antarctic deployments (PESJ-POL_2000.09a) Please review the link provided. Job Title ... Engineering Manager II, Polar Field Team subunit Lead Employment/FLSA Status: Full-Time/Exempt On ...
Engineer II - Polar
Socorro, NM · On-site
$93K - $112K/yr
... Arctic and Antarctic deployments (PESJ-POL_2000.09a) Please review the link provided. Job Title ... Engineering Manager II, Polar Field Team subunit Lead Employment/FLSA Status: Full-Time/Exempt On ...
Engineer II - Polar
Socorro, NM · On-site
$93K - $112K/yr
... Arctic and Antarctic deployments (PESJ-POL_2000.09a) Please review the link provided. Job Title ... Engineering Manager II, Polar Field Team subunit Lead Employment/FLSA Status: Full-Time/Exempt ...
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Engineer II - Polar
Socorro, NM · On-site
$93K - $112K/yr
... Arctic and Antarctic deployments (PESJ-POL_2000.09a) Please review the link provided. Job Title ... Engineering Manager II, Polar Field Team subunit Lead Employment/FLSA Status: Full-Time/Exempt ...
Engineer II - Polar
Socorro, NM · On-site
$93K - $112K/yr
... Arctic and Antarctic deployments (PESJ-POL_2000.09a) Please review the link provided. Job Title ... Engineering Manager II, Polar Field Team subunit Lead Employment/FLSA Status: Full-Time/Exempt ...
Engineer II - Polar
Socorro, NM · On-site
$93K - $112K/yr
... Arctic and Antarctic deployments (PESJ-POL_2000.09a) Please review the link provided. Job Title ... Engineering Manager II, Polar Field Team subunit Lead Employment/FLSA Status: Full-Time/Exempt ...
Engineer II - Polar
$93K - $112K/yr
... Arctic and Antarctic deployments (PESJ-POL_2000.09a) Please review the link provided. Job Title ... Engineering Manager II, Polar Field Team subunit Lead Employment/FLSA Status: Full-Time/Exempt ...
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Engineer II - Polar
$93K - $112K/yr
... Arctic and Antarctic deployments (PESJ-POL_2000.09a) Please review the link provided. Job Title ... Engineering Manager II, Polar Field Team subunit Lead Employment/FLSA Status: Full-Time/Exempt ...
Registrar
Draper, UT · On-site
$55K/yr
... ocean, Antarctic waters, tropical rainforests, Asian cloud forests, and Utah's freshwater ... Administer institutional animal records and collection-management systems ...
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Registrar
Draper, UT · On-site
$55K/yr
... ocean, Antarctic waters, tropical rainforests, Asian cloud forests, and Utah's freshwater ... Administer institutional animal records and collection-management systems ...
Deep understanding of event logistics, venue operations, and guest experience design. * Exceptional ... Lead pricing strategy, yield management, forecasting, and revenue optimization for all event ...
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Deep understanding of event logistics, venue operations, and guest experience design. * Exceptional ... Lead pricing strategy, yield management, forecasting, and revenue optimization for all event ...
Waste Stream Coordinator (Summer 2026-2027) - Palmer Station
Littleton, CO · On-site
$500 - $800/wk
... Logistics, FMC, Boathouse, etc.) Attend all required emergency response team trainings Maintain ... Previous USAP Waste Management experiencePrevious deployment to Antarctica EDUCATION: High school ...
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Waste Stream Coordinator (Summer 2026-2027) - Palmer Station
Littleton, CO · On-site
$500 - $800/wk
... Logistics, FMC, Boathouse, etc.) Attend all required emergency response team trainings Maintain ... Previous USAP Waste Management experiencePrevious deployment to Antarctica EDUCATION: High school ...
$500 - $800/wk
... Logistics, FMC, Boathouse, etc.) Attend all required emergency response team trainings Maintain ... Previous USAP Waste Management experience Previous deployment to Antarctica EDUCATION: High school ...
$500 - $800/wk
... Logistics, FMC, Boathouse, etc.) Attend all required emergency response team trainings Maintain ... Previous USAP Waste Management experience Previous deployment to Antarctica EDUCATION: High school ...
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Job description
This is an alternate position, and will only be officially onboarded should the already identified primary candidate withdraw from consideration or be deemed unfit for deployment.
Leidos is seeking an Airfield Manager to support the United States Antarctic Program (USAP). The Airfield Manager will supervise daily airfield operations of the local McMurdo Station and South Pole airfields.
*** Deployment to Antarctica is required in this role. Deployment length is expected to be for 7 months. The candidate in the position must complete the physical and dental examinations required by the NSF for deploying to Antarctica. ***
This position requires a Public Trust security clearance investigation prior to start date. This process may take up to 4 months to complete.
US citizenship or permanent residence is required.
The anticipated salary range for this role will be $115,000 - $125,000, along with an increase in pay while deployed.
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:
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.
To learn more about the Leidos Antarctic Support contract, click here.
The Challenge:
What Sets You Apart:
You May Also Have:
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
April 14, 2026
For U.S. Positions: 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 $92,300.00 - $166,850.00
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.
Leidos is seeking an Airfield Manager to support the United States Antarctic Program (USAP). The Airfield Manager will supervise daily airfield operations of the local McMurdo Station and South Pole airfields.
*** Deployment to Antarctica is required in this role. Deployment length is expected to be for 7 months. The candidate in the position must complete the physical and dental examinations required by the NSF for deploying to Antarctica. ***
This position requires a Public Trust security clearance investigation prior to start date. This process may take up to 4 months to complete.
US citizenship or permanent residence is required.
The anticipated salary range for this role will be $115,000 - $125,000, along with an increase in pay while deployed.
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.
To learn more about the Leidos Antarctic Support contract, click here.
The Challenge:
- Acts as liaison with National Science Foundation (NSF), military and other contractors, subcontractors, and Antarctic Support Contract (ASC) departments regarding the construction, maintenance and operation of the airfields and airfield facilities.
- Primary point of contact for all on-continent Airfield Management activities and inquiries while at McMurdo Station regarding both McMurdo Station and South Pole Station airfield activities.
- Leads all coordination with NSF, area organizations and departments regarding airfield flight support capability and airfield services.
- Manages airfields and airfield maintenance in accordance with ASC, NSF, US Army Corps of Engineers Cold Regions Research and Engineering Lab (CRREL) procedures/policies, and United States Air Force (USAF) Airfield Engineering requirements.
- Oversees airfield inspections and runway condition reports.
- Reports airfield status and coordinates support at NSF Town Hall, Air Operations Planning Board (AOPB), and all other meetings as required.
- Coordinates the annual certification activities for Phoenix Airfield for submittal to NSF.
- Coordinates support for airfield surface, Mobile Runway Support Facility (MRSF), navigational aid (NAVAID), and other utility maintenance.
- Resolves technical discrepancies with airfield regulations in coordination with other contractors and agencies.
- Reports airfield facility status and changes to primary USAP airfield users - senior NSF officials, New York Air National Guard (NYANG) 109th and Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC), in a timely and professional manner.
- Follows technical support in the following areas; International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) requirements, federal and military air regulations (Federal Aviation Administration and Air Force), aeronautical chart and maps, publications, flight data and Notice to Airmen (NOTAM). systems, familiarity with navigational aids, aircraft design characteristics, meteorology, and airfield operations and management functions.
- Collects and interprets airfield conditions and related data to provide technical and operational continuity for the airfield facilities.
- Provides ASC administrative and management continuity by maintaining current and historical files and monitoring progress on a year-to-year basis. Provide annual end of season report.
- Handle confidential matters (personnel actions, management reports, etc.) in accordance with management policy.
- Train and orient subordinate employees on performance, documentation and activities that affect the achievement McMurdo station operations.
- Adequately and honestly track all data related to metrics.
- Comply with all NSF/ASC Environmental, Health & Safety, and Quality Assurance, requirements and goals. Provide documentation to these divisions as necessary to ensure adequate and legal documentation.
- Ensure that all subordinate employees are trained and understand ASC Environmental Health & Safety, and Quality Assurance, requirements and goals. Maintain documentation as necessary to meet these requirements.
- Responsible for implementing and maintaining a safe workplace program and ensuring that safety is the highest priority on the airfields.
- Monitors and statuses progress against planned schedules.
- Administers Airfield Driver Safety Training test.
- Comply with applicable safety, environment, health, and waste management policies and procedure.
What Sets You Apart:
- Bachelor's Degree (preferably in aviation management, airport operations, engineering and/or business administration) and at least eight (8+) years of prior relevant experience; relevant experience will be considered in lieu of degree.
- Vehicle Operator License issued by a U.S. state, district, territory or other country required.
- A minimum of five years of diversified experience in airfields operations and/or aviation management.
- Career record must include the demonstrated ability to work with and independently manage a multiple skilled work force on airfields.
- Airfield Management training, military or civilian technical school required.
You May Also Have:
- Practical knowledge of extreme cold weather conditions as they relate to airfield activities or the ability to interpret sea ice conditions desirable.
- Experience with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) requirements, federal and military air regulations (FAA and U.S. Air Force), aeronautical chart and maps, publications, flight data and NOTAM systems, familiarity with navigational aids, aircraft design characteristics, meteorology, and airfield management operations.
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo - because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 - and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
April 14, 2026
For U.S. Positions: 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 $92,300.00 - $166,850.00
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.
About Leidos
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At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable practices. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.
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