Overview

　　V2X invites applications for the position of South Pole Area Manager for the NSF Antarctic Science and Engineering Support Contract (ASESC). This person will be responsible for South Pole Station operations functions, to include station services and station operations as well as represent V2X as the station's Senior Project/Site Manager. They will also be the liaison with military, NSF OPP (OPP), scientists, and involved contractors and subcontractors and V2X organizational elements and provides long-range planning, area management, and maintenance of operations and support services.

　　This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

　　Responsibilities

　　Major Job Activities:

　　Reports to the Project Director

　　Leads the management activity that affects efficient and effective liaison between station manager and the NSF, USAP participants, U.S. Military, contractors, and subcontractors

　　Leads the management activity that effectively plans for on-ice and off-ice South Pole Station activities with support from divisional managers

　　Directs long-range planning of station, station management, operations, and support.

　　Provides administrative and operations management oversight and continuity throughout the summer and winter season for South Pole station and facilities

　　Responsible for the management and oversight of V2X contract operations and administration for the USAP at South Pole station and surrounding area.

　　Manages all contractor day-to-day activities in South Pole station area.

　　Maintains open lines of communication with other Area Managers at other locations, the Customer, and all other Government and commercial activities.

　　Ensures all company and Government policies and procedures are followed and enforced consistently.

　　Ensures that South Pole Station operations provide efficient and effective station support.

　　Provides senior V2X leadership representation to NSF and communicates daily with appropriate customer representatives. This Director leads the management activity that affects all station activities, airfields, and operations sites.

　　This Director, in collaboration with Operations Managers, and other NSF partners, contributes to the Annual Program Plan (APP).

　　Ensures inter-station standardization and operations activity documentation by ensuring all operations are conducted in accordance with V2X USAP contract policies and procedures.

　　This Director and Operations management lead the management activity over station facilities utilities and infrastructure for all USAP stations and facilities and provide seamless continuity of operations.

　　This Director is accountable for implementing and maintaining USAP station safety policy and reinforcing safety as our highest priority.

　　This Director recruits and selects candidates for V2X USAP contract Winter Station Managers.

　　Qualifications

　　Minimum Qualifications:

　　Deployment to Antarctica is required in this position, and therefore the individual must successfully complete the physical and dental examinations as required by NSF for deployment to Antarctica. Failure to meet these requirements may result in withdrawal of employment offer or other employment action.

　　S. citizenship is required.

　　Candidate must pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation.

　　This position is contingent upon successful contract award of the United States Antarctic Program (USAP) National Science Foundation (NSF) Antarctica Science & Engineering Support Contract (ASESC) NOTE: Interim employment offered immediately on a consulting basis. Full time employment contingent upon contract award.

　　Education / Certifications:

　　BS or BA in Engineering or Science from a four-year, accredited institution is required. MBA is preferred and an MS or MA is desirable.

　　Experience / Skills:

　　8 years’ management experience required, with emphasis on advance planning and facilities and infrastructure operations. Experience managing remote sites in harsh environments is desirable.

　　Demonstrated experience developing and implementing innovative facility operations approaches and adopted practices that foster continuous improvement in station support operation and management, challenge the status-quo and existing paradigm in formulating and implementing, high-quality, timely, and cost-effective programs.

　　We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.