ANTARCTICA: Field Operations Packet Lead

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At KBR, we deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 37,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 85 countries and operations in over 28 countries. KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results.

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions. 

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact. 

Candidates who join KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business before the spin-off will transition to Trinzic when the separation is complete and will not need to reapply for employment. 

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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

The Field Operations Packet Lead oversees the of supply and safety processes for field research personnel on the Antarctic Science and Engineering Support Contract (ASESC), including the transition of field guides, resources, outfitting, IT and communications equipment, and field camp life support. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining field camp, traverse, remote science support, and field logistics operations.

*This will be a remote position based in the US.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Collaborate with field operations personnel, logistics teams, science support staff, and subject matter experts to document current-state field support processes and operational practices

• Oversee operations and transition of the Berg Field Center at McMurdo Station

• Support the capture and transfer of institutional knowledge related to remote camp operations, traverse activities, field safety, communications, cargo movement, and scientific mission support

• Identify documentation gaps, inconsistencies, or missing information and coordinate corrective actions with stakeholders

• Support knowledge transfer activities, including interviews, workshops, operational reviews, field support briefings, and handoff sessions

• Assist with the transfer and validation of operational records, equipment inventories, training materials, field manuals, emergency response procedures, and historical documentation

• Support risk identification, issue resolution, and continuity planning efforts to minimize operational impacts during transition

Basic Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Typically 7+ years of experience supporting field operations, logistics, science support, expeditionary operations, project coordination, or related operational functions

• Deep-field experience with remote logistics coordination, field camp establishment, and field safety a plus

• Experience categorizing and maintaining documents, records, or databases

• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Outdoor Recreation, Environmental Science, or a related field

• Experience supporting remote field camps, traverse operations, science support activities, or expeditionary logistics programs

• Knowledge of field operations planning, camp support, cargo management, field communications, risk management, and operational readiness practices

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 team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

About Us

Trinzic is the future independent company to be created through the planned spin-off of KBR's Mission Technology Solutions business, expected in January 2027. Our people work at the frontier of what is possible, delivering solutions in challenging environments and advancing some of the world's highest-priority national security and space missions.

Backed by decades of mission success, deep expertise, and trusted partnerships, Trinzic will launch as a global organization with more than 18,000 employees supporting customers around the world. Join us at a defining moment and help shape the future of a company built to tackle complex challenges and make a meaningful impact

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