Marine Fleet Coordinator

Candidate must have an NSF security clearance to be considered.

Leidos is in search of a talented Marine Fleet Coordinator to join the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC) team. The Marine Fleet Coordinator acts as the most senior professional mariner on Station, and as such, advises Station Management on all aspects of Marine Operations. Duties include overseeing and assisting in the operation and maintenance of a fleet of fifteen active small boats, plus a number of reserve vessels and overseeing and executing all aspects of maritime training and safety for Station residents.

Deployment to Antarctica is required. Deployment length is expected to be for 6 months, starting in Fall of 2026. The candidate must complete the physical and dental examinations required by the NSF for deploying to Antarctica.

Due to contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.

Must obtain a Public Trust security clearance prior to start date. This process could take up to 4 months.

• Advise Station Management regarding various marine oriented concerns.
• Capability and willingness to mentor and provide advanced training to Station Staff.
• Operates and maintains a fleet of an average of fifteen active small boats, including inflatable boats and outboard motors.
• Operates vehicles and equipment to launch and recover the small boats via trailer.
• Maintenance areas include, but are not limited to: inboard diesel, hydraulics, outboard motors, inflatable boats, and rigid hull inflatables, including proper inventory and tracking of spare parts.
• Designs and implements training and oversight for station personnel in marine safety. This may include: basic seamanship, dead reckoning and electronic navigation, radio protocol, small boat handling, creating a float plan, rough weather operations, sea ice operations, vessel safety, cold water survival, deployment of oceanographic systems, trailering vessels, procedures for conducting operations in remote settings, and other topics as needed.
• Leads the Ocean Search and Rescue (OSAR) team. Conducts and documents monthly drills and training.
• Maintains records of daily operations including vessel logs, situation reports, fuel usage, equipment maintenance, vessel launch/recovery, and turnover reports.
• Prepares and maintains documentation for Palmer Station boating operations, including JHA’s and Standard Operating Procedures.
• Maintains stock and records of extensive spares inventory in order fully support the scientific program.
• Recommends to Marine Technical Services Manager or designee equipment and supply needs or problems.
• May involve off-ice TDY to provide planning and expertise regarding the small boat fleet.
• Performs timely inspections of safety, lifesaving, firefighting and other emergency equipment.
• Responsible for the safety and cleanliness of various shop areas.
• Must participate in community programs, such as “house-mouse” (chores), “daisy-picking” (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts & community meetings.
• This position requires heavy lifting and strenuous physical activity both indoors and outdoors.
• Performs other duties as required.

• USCG Captain’s OUVP license
• Minimum six (6+) years of experience acting as a vessel Captain, or in senior engineering/systems design role.
• Two (2+) of the six (6+) years’ experience must be in maintaining small vessel systems and hulls, or equivalent.
• Experience in commercial marine operations such as merchant marine, fisheries, or boatyards
• Demonstrated experience with coastal navigation, electronic navigation, and dead reckoning
• Experience training others in small vessel operation
• Demonstrated leadership skills in vessel scheduling, maintenance, and operation
• Ability to mentor and provide advanced training to station staff, and scientists
• Comprehensive knowledge of small vessel operation, trailering, troubleshooting and maintenance
• Proven ability to repair and troubleshoot engines and/or machinery including 4-stroke outboards, diesel, and inflatables
• High level independent problem-solving and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; must be able to facilitate challenging situations and communicate…