Part-Time Weather Balloon Launch Operator - Corpus Christi (Outdoor, Weekend Shifts)

WindBorne Systems; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Job summary

WindBorne Systems in Corpus Christi, TX seeks a part-time balloon launch operator to launch high-altitude weather balloons for enhanced forecasting. The role is hands-on and outdoors, with weekend, evening, and occasional weekday shifts, in person at our Corpus Christi site.

Responsibilities include setting up launch sites, equipment checks, and maintaining inventory. The candidate should be comfortable with computers, safety procedures, and be a strong team player who thrives outdoors.

Qualifications

• Follows detailed safety procedures.
• Good communication skills, timely and clear.
• Comfortable with computers and hands-on equipment.
• Experience with compressed gas cylinders is a plus.
• Thrives in outdoor environments and works well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Launch high-altitude weather balloons following established safety and operational procedures.
• Meet weekly launch targets to support data collection and forecasting goals.
• Set up and break down launch sites, ensuring equipment is properly configured and secured.
• Manage and maintain inventory of balloon supplies, compressed gas cylinders, and related equipment.
• Perform routine equipment checks and flag any maintenance or safety concerns.
• Adapt to varying weather conditions and outdoor environments during operations.

Skills

Safety procedures

Clear communication

Technical equipment use

Compressed gas experience

Team player

Job description

WindBorne Systems in Corpus Christi, TX seeks a part-time balloon launch operator to launch high-altitude weather balloons for enhanced forecasting. The role is hands-on and outdoors, with weekend, evening, and occasional weekday shifts, in person at our Corpus Christi site.

Responsibilities include setting up launch sites, equipment checks, and maintaining inventory. The candidate should be comfortable with computers, safety procedures, and be a strong team player who thrives outdoors.