Meteorologist

• Provide meteorological support to space, aircraft, and field research projects:Local and Global Forecasting, aviation and surface based: Winds, temperatures, relative humidity, aerosols, turbulence, visibility, icing, cloud coverage and heights, significant weather, etc

Field deployment and operation of weather instrumentation in remote locations
Coordinating and/or performing weather balloon launches
Takeoff and landing; continuous mission support

• Utilize meteorological knowledge to assist in planning for, support during, and post-flight weather data analysis for project managers and engineers
• Install, deploy, and operate various types of weather instrumentation to provide data for requesting flight or field research projects
• Maintain instrument calibrations, installations and removals, data comparisons, quality assurance, and compliance
• Collect, archive, and disseminate raw and/or analyzed weather data posttest.
• Issue Center Weather Lightning and Heat Stress Advisories and Warnings
• Provide turbulence, icing, wind, visibility, heat stress and adverse weather condition warnings to flight crew, program managers, and Safety to ensure safety of AFRC personnel and resources
• Brief flight crews verbally and in writing of pertinent weather information: weather observations, Airmets/ SIGMETS, NOTAMs, forecast, potential adverse weather conditions and provide in-flight recommendations “on the fly”
• Attend and support Daily briefings for maintenance and aircrew
• Actively participate in AFRC and public outreach events (i.e., AFRC Safety Day–lightning, dust storms, strong winds, heat stress, etc.)
• Participate in weather-related collaborations and training
• Range Commanders Council (RCC); American Meteorology Society (AMS), etc.
• Perform work in accordance with NASA ISO AS9100 procedures and applicable regulatory requirements
• Follow the safe practices and rules contained in the Safety and Health plan and other such rules and practices communicated on the job
• Report status to Senior Technical Lead and/or Task Focal Point in standardized format on or before due date

*This list is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Experience with meteorological forecasting, deployment/operation and maintenance of MET infrastructure (sensors, equipment, calibrations, budgeting, etc.), maintaining software and computer IT-compatibility, performing various weather instrumentation data analyses and archiving, supporting requests for climatology reports, and performing air data calibration analyses
• Knowledge and experience in severe/hazardous weather required to: forecast, identify conditions that may lead to severe/hazardous weather outbreaks, and work with teams to establish safe operating procedures. Additional skills and knowledge of space weather and its effects on aircraft and life are ideal
• Preferred candidate has field or lab research experience, understanding/experience forecasting icing, turbulence, and other aviation related conditions; as well as computer programming experience (MATLAB/Python preferred)

EDUCATION:
2 Years of Experience OR a Bachelors Degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Sciences (required)
0 Years of Experience OR an Advanced Degree (Masters or PhD) Meteorology or Atmospheric Sciences (required)

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to secure and maintain a security clearance
• Must pass drug testing
• Must be able to read and write effectively in English
• Must embrace safety principles to include; adhering to safe work practices and standards while performing daily tasks, taking responsibility for own and coworkers’ safekeeping and encouraging others to work safely
• Must maintain a positive work atmosphere by behaving and communicating in a manner to get along with customers, clients, co-workers and management.
• Must perform work activities requiring interaction, negotiating, instructing, supervising, persuading, or speaking with others
• Must be able to work under supervision and respond appropriately and professionally to criticism from a supervisor
• With the exception of STD/LTD/FMLA/approved time off, attendance is considered essential
• Must be able to work 9/80 schedule (alternating Fridays off) and within core hours of 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Flexibility may be required based on workload
• Physical requirements – must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time
• Travel requirements – some travel is anticipated both locally and long distance by car or plane
• Telework: The ability to work onsite daily is required and part-time telework is approved based on project needs
• Physical requirements – must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time, must be able to lift 50lbs. 3-1/2 feet off the ground
• Must obtain and maintain a Level-3 flight line driver’s license (cannot be color blind; must be able to drive a truck)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location