Polar Engineering Subject Matter Expert (SME) Support

SUMMARY

Accomplishes snow and ice engineering, polar logistics, and data collection. Provides technical support to the Government in conducting research and development projects for the Engineering Resources Branch (ERB).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

· Provides technical input and support to ERB in developing design, performance, and evaluation specifications for Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicles for use on polar snow and ice runways.

· Develops comprehensive guidance and decision-support documents for U.S. Antarctic Program contract personnel responsible for operating and maintaining snow and ice runways and a long-duration balloon launch pad.

· Develops and/or updates UFC documents applicable to snow and ice runways and snow skiways.

· Evaluates simple and advanced in-situ runway strength measurement tools for application to snow and white ice runways and their use in establishing operating limits for various aircraft types.

· Maintains regular and punctual attendance.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.