Entry-Level Weather Forecaster for Government Ops (Onsite)

Saalex; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401k

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Stock Options

Job summary

Saalex is seeking a Weather Forecaster I in Ridgecrest, CA to support observational, forecasting, reporting, and dissemination activities for government test and training operations.

This entry-level role prepares routine weather observations and forecasts using data from stations, satellites, radar, and centralized sources. Onsite, full-time position with benefits and opportunities to grow in meteorology.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of meteorological methods and forecasting practices.
• Familiarity with weather forecasting software and data sources.
• Ability to observe and record weather data accurately.
• Ability to support decision-making during severe weather events.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meteorological production to develop weather products.
• Observe and forecast weather using surface/upper-air data and satellite/radar sources.
• Encode and record weather observations with weather station systems.
• Identify significant weather developments and communicate impacts.
• Generate weather charts and model outputs for dissemination.
• Support forecasting techniques and participate in briefings.

Skills

Meteorology

Forecasting

Weather Observations

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Assoc degree in Weather Tech

Tools

Weather station software

Job description

Saalex is seeking a Weather Forecaster I in Ridgecrest, CA to support observational, forecasting, reporting, and dissemination activities for government test and training operations.

This entry-level role prepares routine weather observations and forecasts using data from stations, satellites, radar, and centralized sources. Onsite, full-time position with benefits and opportunities to grow in meteorology.