Safety Engineer (South Pole Station, Antarctica)

Leidos Inc; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Leidos is seeking a Safety Engineer to support the Antarctic Support Contract at Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station for the austral summer season (October 2026–February 2027), with potential for winter deployment. US citizenship and ability to obtain a Public Trust clearance are required.

The role emphasizes safety program expertise, field operations in remote camps, and working with limited supervision in extreme weather.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Safety sciences, chemistry, environmental, engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience with safety and health rules, regulations, standards, and the components of an effective safety program, including: plant operations and/or construction safety, fire protection, public health, and development of related training programs.
• Field experience with logistic base support for remote work camps with emphasis on heavy industrial or construction environments.
• Ability to adapt to extreme weather conditions such as high winds, low temperatures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensures station, field and peripheral operations meet safety and health program requirements.
• Acts as on-site and off-site safety and health POC for ASC operations, supporting the development of risk management strategies and tools for use in ASC operations and field camps.
• Performs routine site visits and safety assessments to ensure compliance with general and specific safety and risk management plans/programs.
• Provides guidance to directors, managers, and camp leadership from a safety and risk management perspective at field camps and peripheral operations.
• Follows-up and provides assistance with incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Provides technical reports on improvement strategies plan/project status to H&S Manager.

Education

BS Degree in Safety sciences, chemistry, environmental, engineering, or related field

Job description

Description

Leidos is currently seeking a Safety Engineer to support the Antarctic Support Contract and the National Science Foundation's United States Antarctic Program at Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station.

**This is a seasonal-only deployment position. The position will deploy to Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station for several months during the austral summer season (October 2026- February 2027). Candidates may also apply to deploy for both austral summer and austral winter season (March 2027- October 2027). A primary candidate as well as alternates are selected for this position.**

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.

**Eligibility for deployment will require physical and dental evaluations with parameters determined by the National Science Foundation (NSF).**

**US Citizenship is required, and the ability to obtain a Public Trust Security Clearance prior to start date is required.**

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensures station, field and peripheral operations meet safety and health program requirements. Assists managers with the integration of key standards and use of risk management to prevent injuries in the USAP Operational environment.
• Ensures ASC operations align with current health and safety standards and, where applicable, conforms to Federal regulations.
• Employee must be able to act with little supervision, especially when working in field environment.
• Acts as on-site and off-site safety and health POC for ASC operations, supporting the development of risk management strategies and tools for use in ASC operations and field camps.
• Works with various levels of management to implement risk management strategies and plans.
• Ensures safety improvement plans and strategies remain consistent with Leidos, ASC, and NSF safety requirements.
• Attends applicable meetings to ensure understanding of upcoming projects and field operations as appropriate.
• Completes routine site visits in and around USAP stations and field camp, completing safety assessments to ensure compliance with general and specific safety and risk management plans/programs.
• Provides guidance to directors, managers, and camp leadership from a safety and risk management perspective at field camps and peripheral operations.
• Follows-up and provides assistance with incident investigations and root cause analysis.
• Performs industrial hygiene and safety surveys. Documents findings according to accepted procedures. Uses and maintains health and safety related instrumentation, including 4-gas meters, noise dosimeters, respiratory Quantafit, and Photo Ionization Detectors.
• Provides technical reports on improvement strategies plan/project status to H&S Manager.
• Assists other members of the EHS team with analysis, report generations, and project completion in the standard occupational station and filed environments.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS Degree in Safety sciences, chemistry, environmental, engineering, or related field is required. Equivalent relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• 5+ years of experience with safety and health rules, regulations, standards, and the components of an effective safety program, including: plant operations and/or construction safety, fire protection, public health, and development of related training programs.
• Field experience with logistic base support for remote work camps with emphasis on heavy industrial or construction environments.
• Ability to adapt to extreme weather conditions such as high winds, low temperatures.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Antarctic or Arctic ESH experience
• Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
• Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH)

*Please be advised that during the interview, you will be required to keep your camera on, and your interviewer will be taking your picture for identification purposes if an offer letter is extended to you.

*This position is eligible for deployment to Antarctica. Per contract and National Science Foundation requirements, candidates must not have been disciplined for, or separated from an employer prior to discipline for, incidents of stalking, sexual assault, or sexual harassment within the past three (3) years. Eligibility for deployment is also subject to further review, including background investigation and security screening, and NSF retains final authority over deployment eligibility given the sensitive and remote nature of the location.

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Original Posting: July 16, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.