Contract in Antarctica - Anonymous employee PAE Employee Review

3.0
Nov 18, 2015
Anonymous employee
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Pros

This job was on a winter contract in McMurdo Station, Antarctica. This is a great opportunity to see the seventh continent while getting a free trip through New Zealand (we deploy va Christchurch, NZ).

Cons

There is a lot of unnecessary turnover due to a lot of government budget constraints. I know employees typically blame PAE, but most of the problems stem from too many cuts.

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5.0
Jun 27, 2026
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Pros

It was immensely rewarding participating on projects from start to finish.

Cons

Location was not my favorite. One way in, one way out, causes traffic getting on and off base. Base police are strict.

3.0
May 21, 2026
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Pros

- no overtime - calm environment

Cons

- can be really hard for someone that is not used to working in a place without daylight. - job is doable, but is very repetitive.

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