Winter Site Manager (Antarctica)- Alternate

Leidos has an opening for an Alternate McMurdo Winter Site Manager. The position will deploy to McMurdo Station, Antarctica for 7-8 months and serve as the senior site lead during the austral winter, if the Primary Winter Site Manager is unable to deploy.

Deployment to Antarctica is required for this position, from approximately February through October (7-8 months). The candidate in the position 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.

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:

• Reports to the McMurdo Area Manager; may serve as Acting Area Manager as needed.

• Deploys to McMurdo Station, Antarctica for the Austral Winter season, approximately Feb. 15 to Oct. 10.

• Ensures the Annual Program Plan and other station activities are completed as planned, and that concerns and obstacles are communicated as needed.

• Is available 24/7 while deployed to respond to station emergencies, personnel issues or other incidents.

• ASC Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Emergency Manager for McMurdo, advising the EOC Director and ASC Emergency Manager during McMurdo emergencies; manages EOC assigned personnel and ensures training requirements are met

• Ensures reporting responsibilities are met, including support of National Science Foundation (NSF) representatives, Antarctic Support Contract (ASC) management and subcontractor program managers.

• Works directly with Environmental Health and Safety department and Safety Manager to continuously improve safety culture, decrease frequency of injuries and property damage, and ensure a safe working environment for everyone.

• Ensures compliance with the Antarctic Treaty, the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty, the Antarctic Conservation Act, and other governing legislation

• Identifies and manages risk and opportunities for McMurdo.

• Monitors project progress and resolves resource conflicts.

• Serves as lead ASC representative while deployed to McMurdo, in regards to ASC personnel, NSF representatives and other agencies.

• Supports supervisors, managers and SMEs in communicating with station and stakeholders from all agencies.

• Works with Leidos HR on personnel issues; oversees implementation of Leidos disciplinary action.

• Effectively communicates with the McMurdo Community to integrate and implement program changes and priorities.

• Facilitates ASC leadership meeting and other meetings to proactively discuss concerns, challenges, obstacles and resource conflicts.

• Remains informed and engaged with behavioral and other personnel issues, in order to resolve or address these issues consistently within ASC.

• Participate in the Community Incident process as needed and ensures that community resources and contacts (e.g., counselors, Victims’ Advocates, etc.) are readily available to all members of the community

• Participate in Performance Management Teams and creation of Area Excellence Plans, Deep Dives, and other reports for ASC and NSF leadership.

• Oversees alcohol policy on station, in conjunction with Station Services leadership.

• Ensures adherence to standard operating procedures.

• Handles confidential matters in accordance with management policy.

• Supports an inclusive and harassment-free workplace for all personnel on station while upholding Leidos values.

• Works with Recreation Coordinator to support a range of after-hours activities and events and with Morale Integration Manager as needed on longer term strategies.

• Performs other duties as assigned to support ASC and USAP operations, filling in gaps and ensuring the overall success of McMurdo Station as needed

What Sets You Apart:

• Bachelor's degree in a related discipline, and 10+ years of professional experience. Additional experience in lieu of degree will be considered.

• Leadership experience must include the demonstrated ability to work with and independently manage a diverse, skilled work force.

• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage conflict resolution and problem solve operational & logistics issues is required.

You May Also Have:

• Experience managing remote work/live communities.

• Experience working in matrixed organization with multiple sub-contractors

• Polar experience is desirable

• Leadership experience at remote locations

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Original Posting:

August 27, 2026

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.