Area Director McMurdo Station

Mcmurdo Area Director

V2X invites applications for the position of McMurdo Area Director for the NSF Antarctic Science and Engineering Support Contract (ASESC). This person would:

• Report to the Project Director
• Direct station operations for McMurdo Station
• Lead the management activity that affects efficient and effective liaison between station manager and the NSF, USAP participants, U.S. Military, contractors, and subcontractors
• Lead the management activity that effectively plans for on-ice and off-ice McMurdo Station activities with support from divisional managers
• Direct long-range planning of station, station management, operations, and support
• Provide administrative and operations management oversight and continuity throughout the summer and winter season for McMurdo station and facilities
• Be responsible for the management and oversight of V2X contract operations and administration for the USAP at McMurdo station and surrounding area
• Be responsible for achieving maximum efficiency, ensuring all USAP sites in Antarctica are operating at levels that meet or exceed Customers' requirements
• Be responsible for executing program-level plans and controls as well as successful completion of multiple projects in a cost-effective manner

This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

Responsibilities Major Job Activities:

• Provides on-Ice direction and guidance for the ASI Operations Directorate
• Participates in planning through the Integrated Planning and Coordination Center (IPCC)
• Participates as a member of the Senior Management Team in the development and implementation of the Annual Program Plan (APP)
• Ensures integration of the services required to operate the USAP stations, Research Vessels (RV), and field camps in support of science programs and projects
• Ensures that a safe living and working environment exists at all facilities with safety as the highest priority
• Ensures all on-Ice functional areas are performing according to the APP, IPCC, and quality plans and are meeting or exceeding the approved metrics and standards
• Manages all contractor day-to-day activities in McMurdo area
• Maintains open lines of communication with Area Managers at other locations, the Customer, and all other Government and commercial activities
• Ensures all company and Government policies and procedures are followed and enforced consistently
• Ensures that McMurdo Station, South Pole Station, or Palmer Station operations provide efficient and effective station support
• Provides senior V2X leadership representation to NSF and communicates daily with appropriate customer representatives

This Director leads the management activity that affects all station activities, airfields, and operations sites. This Director, in collaboration with Operations Managers, and other NSF partners, contributes to the Annual Program Plan (APP). Ensures inter-station standardization and operations activity documentation by ensuring all operations are conducted in accordance with V2X USAP contract policies and procedures. This Director and Operations management lead the management activity over station facilities utilities and infrastructure for all USAP stations and facilities and provide seamless continuity of operations. This Director is accountable for implementing and maintaining USAP station safety policy and reinforcing safety as our highest priority. This Director recruits and selects candidates for V2X USAP contract Winter Station Managers.

Physical Activities:

• Deployment to Antarctica is required in this position, and therefore the individual must successfully complete the physical and dental examinations as required by NSF for deployment to Antarctica. Failure to meet these requirements may result in withdrawal of employment offer or other employment action.

Qualifications:

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Candidate must pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation.
• This position is contingent upon successful contract award of the United States Antarctic Program (USAP) National Science Foundation (NSF) Antarctica Science & Engineering Support Contract (ASESC)
• NOTE: Interim employment offered immediately on a consulting basis. Full time employment contingent upon contract award.
• Education / Certifications:
• BS or BA in Engineering or Science from a four-year, accredited institution is required.
• MBA is preferred and an MS or MA is desirable.
• 10 years' management experience required, with emphasis on advance planning and facilities and infrastructure operations.
• Experience managing remote sites in harsh environments is desirable.
• Experience / Skills:
• Demonstrated experience developing and implementing innovative facility operations approaches and adopted practices that foster continuous improvement in station support operation and management, challenge the status-quo and existing paradigm in formulating and implementing, high-quality, timely, and cost-effective programs.

At V2X, we are deeply committed to both equal employment opportunity, including protection for Veterans and individuals with disabilities, and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We ensure all individuals are treated with fairness, respect, and dignity, recognizing the strength that comes from a workforce rich in diverse experiences, perspectives, and skills. This commitment, aligned with our core Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation, and expand our success in the global marketplace, ultimately enabling us to best serve our clients.