ANTARCTICA: Traverse Operations Packet Lead

kbr; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR is seeking a Traverse Operations Packet Lead to oversee planning, coordination, transition, and execution of traverse operations in support of Antarctic programs. The role provides functional leadership for moving personnel, cargo, fuel, and equipment across remote locations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance with contractual requirements.

This is a remote position based in the US. Responsibilities include coordinating with multiple teams, maintaining fleet readiness, leading risk

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and ability to pass a NACI background check.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in logistics/operations.
• Typically 7+ years in transportation operations or logistics.
• Experience planning and executing complex transportation with multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and familiarity with planning, logistics, fleet or resource management systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary point of contact for traverse‑related operational planning and stakeholder coordination.
• Coordinate movement of personnel, equipment, fuel, cargo, and materials between stations and field locations.
• Ensure traverse operations are safe, efficient, and compliant with contracts and environmental/operational requirements.
• Coordinate with Science Planning, Logistics, Fleet Operations, Safety, Field Operations, and Station Management to support mission objectives.
• Oversee traverse fleet readiness, equipment availability, maintenance planning, and support requirements.
• Lead route planning, hazard assessments, weather evaluations, and risk management activities.
• Monitor performance and identify opportunities to improve safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Prepare reports, analyses, performance metrics, and executive briefings.
• Support budget planning, resource allocation, and equipment replacement planning.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Decision making

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics/Operations/Transportation

Job description

ANTARCTICA: Traverse Operations Packet Lead

Belong, Connect, Grow, with 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.

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 Traverse Operatio ns Pac ket Lead is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, transition, and execution of traverse operations supportin g the Ant arctic Science and Engineering Support Contr act (AS ESC). This role p rovides functional leadership for all aspects of traverse operations, including the movement of personnel, cargo, fuel, scientific equipment, and mission‑critical resources throughout the Antarctic continent.They are responsible for ensur ing traverse capabilities effectively support program objectives by bringing strong experience in remote operations, transportation logistics, expeditionary field support, and leadership in austere environments.

* This is a remote position based in the US.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for traverse‑related operational planning, transition activities, and stakeholder coordination
• Coordinate the movement of personnel, equipment, fuel, cargo, and scientific materials between stations and remote field locations
• Ensure traverse operations are conducted safely, efficiently, and in compliance with contractual, environmental, and operational requirements
• Coordinate with Science Planning, Science Implementation, Logistics, Fleet Operations, Safety, Field Operations, and Station Management teams to support mission objectives
• Oversee traverse fleet readiness, equipment availability, maintenance planning, and operational support requirements
• Lead route planning efforts, hazard assessments, weather evaluations, and operational risk management activities
• Monitor operational performance and identify opportunities to improve safety, reliability, and efficiency
• Prepare reports, operational analyses, performance metrics, and executive‑level briefings
• Support budget planning, resource allocation, and equipment replacement planning activities

Basic Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship and the ability to pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Operations Management, Transportation, or a related field; equivalent experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
• Typically 7+ years of experience in transportation operations, logistics, expeditionary operations, or a related field
• Experience planning and executing complex transportation, logistics, or field operations involving multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
• Strong problem‑solving, organizational, and decision‑making skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively engage operational, tech nical, and management personnel
• Familiaritywith operational planning, logistics, fleet management, or resource management systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Logistics, Transportation, Business Administration, or a related field
• Experience leading overland traverse operations or large‑scale transportation programs
• Experience supporting government contracts, large‑scale transitions, or program mobilizations

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.