19-Oct-20 01:44 PM
URL: https://careers-whoi.icims.com/jobs/1320/expedition-leader---dsv-alvin/job?mode=apply&iis=Job+Board&iisn=MATE
Company / Organization: Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
Pay Rate: Exempt
Type: Full-time
City: Woods Hole
State or Country if outside US: Massachusetts
Application Deadline: 30-Nov-20
Description:

Job Summary Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution is currently searching for an Expedition Leader to join the Alvin Submersible Engineering and Operations Group. This is a regular, full-time, exempt position and is eligible for benefits including shore leave. Alvin is the world's most famous and prolific human occupied submersible, continually operating since its commissioning in 1964. For over five decades, and 5000+ dives Alvin has advanced our understanding of the Earth's ocean environments, uncovering many significant scientific discoveries along the way. Alvin is currently undergoing its scheduled overhaul, and will emerge with the capability to dive to 6500m and explore over 98% of the ocean floor. The Alvin Group is seeking a highly qualified Expedition Leader to join our operations team. This is a mentally and physically demanding position that includes significant at-sea time of 6-to-8 months per year. The ideal candidate will have 12+ months of previous experience supervising the operation and/or maintenance of submersibles. Strong team leadership skills are necessary, and attention to detail is a must. Effective written and verbal communications skills are also required. The Expedition Leader is responsible for the administration and direction of complex submersible maintenance procedures and documentation. A familiarity with U.S. Navy P9290 Certification, standard maintenance procedures and quality assurance practices is a plus. The successful candidate is expected to enter the DSV Pilot training program and obtain US NAVY DSV Pilot certification within 18-24 months.

Requirements:

Essential Functions At-sea leadership, technical and operational management of the Alvin Operations Group. Overall at-sea responsibility for safety of dive personnel and the vehicle. Directs and implements DSV Alvin maintenance, testing and repair activities. Ensures adherence to Alvin and US Navy operational procedures, rules and restrictions. Ensures compliance with, and maintenance of, Alvin's US NAVY Certification. Ensure proper development and maintenance of operational and maintenance records and documentation files. Coordination of the efforts of Operations Group personnel assigned for the cruise through the respective Section Leaders and in conjunction with the support ship Captain. Responsible for dive specific personnel assignments (i.e., Surface Controller, Launch Coordinator, and Pilot-in-Command, etc.). Daily determination of the feasibility of dive objectives and evaluation of local environmental impacts to diving operations (weather, sea-state). Participates in advance pre-cruise planning and planning meetings/conference calls. Coordinates with the Science Party, through the Chief Scientist, to develop and review dive specific mission plans. Ensures dive observers receive proper training (observer briefings) prior to dives. Ensures proper disposition of cruise documentation, data and collected samples upon cruise completion. Assist in the preparation of scientific equipment used with the submersible. Participate in all phases of the DSV Alvin launch, recovery and on-deck operations. Complete the qualification necessary to serve as launch/recovery swimmer (ability to swim with mask and flippers is required), launch system (LARS) operator, launch coordinator, small boat operator and surface coordinator. Ability to work in confined and shared areas for extended periods of time. Education & Experience Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Ocean Engineering or a Bachelor degree in another related field with significant documented experience or other equivalent submersible team leadership experience. Navy qualifications will be considered in lieu of a formal degree.. Special Requirements Must be a US Citizen and a current US passport holder Must be able to acquire a TWIC card Sea Duty required Must be an experienced professional team leader Must be extremely motivated self-starter with meticulous and safe work habits and well developed attention to details Must have knowledge of a broad range of high level mechanical, electrical, and operations related technical disciplines Must be capable of analyzing and troubleshooting system problems using drawings and documentation in conjunction with the proper test equipment and procedures Must possess excellent verbal and written communications skills Must have meticulous documentation skills to support continuing certification requirements of the US Navy Must be able to pass a pilot physical with equivalent standards to the FAA 3rd class pilot physical Physical Requirements Physical duties for this position include but are not limited to, ability to lift 25-50 lbs independently, 2-3 times per day; carry 25-50 lbs, 3-4 times per day. Visual abilities to include near, far, and peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to distinguish basic colors. Hearing requirements include the ability to hear and respond to instructions, and communicate effectively in loud areas. Other abilities include talking, traveling, working around others, working with others, and working alone. Other physical tasks include occasional prolonged standing/walking; use of hands for basic /fine grasping and manipulation, reaching above and below the shoulders, and kneeling, bending, and stooping. Will be exposed to excessive cold, heat, and/or humidity, grease and oils, dust and other irritants, hazardous substances or specimens, electrical/mechanical/power equipment hazards, prolonged work hours, severe weather conditions, and/or extended periods at sea. Physical duties are subject to change

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