Title: Junior MMRP Geophysicist Location: Huntsville United States Job Description: The Opportunity: Tetra Tech is searching for a full-time MMRP Geophysicist (Junior Level) to join our team. This position will report to Tetra Tech's Munitions Response Geophysics Technical Manager. The position will be primarily field-based, although home office duties will be performed between field assignments. The goal for the position includes assuming the Site Geophysicist role on projects within the first two years of employment. Required home-office assignment locations include one of the following: Fort Collins, CO; Philadelphia, PA; Knoxville, TN; or Huntsville, AL. Candidates should reasonably expect significant overnight travel (between 50-75%), sometimes for extended periods of time and with minimal advance notice. Work will be primarily limited to the United States and its territories, but international project travel is also possible. Why Tetra Tech: At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world. Your Impact: Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential - join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy. Principal Field Duties and Responsibilities: - Travel to project work sites. - Collect DGM and AGC data in support of MMRP projects under the supervision of the Site Geophysicist for the first year, with goal of assuming this role within the first two years of employment. - Execute geophysical operations at the task order level in accordance with the project work plan and Tetra Tech's quality system. - Represent Tetra Tech within industry technical forums and at industry conferences/meetings. - Support and engage in new hardware initiatives undertaken by the enterprise as related to MMRP. Principal Home Office Duties and Responsibilities: - Support preparation and/or review of technical memoranda. - Attend internal and/or external training courses either virtually or in-person. - Attend project status meetings and provide technical assistance, as necessary, to project managers and senior geophysical personnel. - Attend internal and external continuing education and training sessions. Required Qualifications: - Minimum bachelor's degree in geophysics, geology or related technical field from an accredited institution. - Willingness to work exclusively in the MMRP industry. - Willingness to take on new tasks and learn new technology. - Willingness to travel, as expected. - Ability to work as part of a field team comprised of multiple subject matter experts. - Ability to also work effectively as part of a large, diverse, virtual project team. - Ability to multi-task and troubleshoot hardware problems in the field. Preferred Qualifications: - 40-hour OSHA HAZWOPER certification with current 8-hr refresher (note: this certification and enrollment in a medical monitoring program are required for this position and will be provided by Tetra Tech, as necessary upon hiring). - Demonstrable experience collecting DGM/AGC data for MMRP projects. - Demonstrable experience with land surveying. - Demonstrable experience with the following positioning systems: RTK GPS, RTS, SLAM. - Willingness to pursue and obtain professional licensure or certification in directly relevant discipline (e.g., PG, PE, PGp, PMP, CQA). Physical Requirements: - Ability to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs. - Ability to frequently wear a backpack (approx. 25 lbs.) for several hours a day. - Ability to regularly walk for several hours a day while pushing/pulling a wheel-mounted cart. - Ability to wear PPE (e.g., safety glasses, gloves, work boots, etc.) when performing field duties. - Ability to regularly drive large pick-up trucks and SUVs. - Ability to periodically drive UTVs (and equivalent) while working onsite. - Ability to frequently travel by air across time zones and report to project sites ready for duty. - Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk using a computer for several hours a day, when performing office duties. Work Environment / Environmental Factors: - Work is regularly performed in variable, challenging terrain (e.g., steep slopes up to 30 degrees, rocky/uneven ground, former volcanic lava flows, soft beach sand, etc.). - Work is regularly conducted in challenging weather conditions (e.g., high wind, high heat (e.g., 90+ degrees), high humidity and cold/freezing temperatures). - Field work may include regular exposure to dust, stinging/biting insects, wildlife, poison plants and pollen. Additional Information: - Typical field work schedules are 50 hours/week, Monday-Friday, although the exact work schedule is project-specific. - Field assignments are variable, ranging from a few days to several months in duration. Home leave rotations for extended field assignments will be coordinated in advance with the Technical Manager and specific Project Manager. - Overnight travel away from home office location is expected to be between 50% and 75%, although it may be periodically higher during surge periods. - Travel destinations include primarily the United States and its territories, although international destinations are also possible. Life at Tetra Tech: The perks of working at Tetra Tech include: - Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits. https://www.tetratech.com/careers/life-at-tetra-tech/. - Merit-based financial rewards. - Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance. - Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees. - Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Compensation: Pay commensurate with experience. Pay Range: $55k-$65k A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed. At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients. About Tetra Tech: Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition. Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans. We invite applications from all interested parties. Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities: LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers X (Twitter): @TetraTechJobs Additional Information - Organization: 179 TMR