Part-Time Weather Balloon Launch Technician

WindBorne Systems; Bay Minette (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Job summary

WindBorne Systems is hiring a part-time balloon launch contractor based in the Bay Minette, Alabama area to support our weather forecasting mission. You'll launch high-altitude balloons and assist with hands-on hardware assembly in an outdoor, field setting.

The role offers approximately 10–20 hours per week with flexible evenings, weekdays, and weekends, and requires US citizenship. Compensation is $25–$28 per hour, with in-person collaboration alongside engineers.

Qualifications

• Follows detailed processes and safety procedures with precision.
• Clear and timely communicator.
• Comfortable with computers and hands-on equipment.
• Comfortable working independently during evening shifts.
• Experience with compressed gas cylinders a plus.
• US citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Launch high-altitude weather balloons following established safety and operational procedures.
• Operate and troubleshoot engineering prototype balloon units requiring more technical depth than a standard field launch role.
• Collaborate closely with engineers during evening launches, maintaining a solutions-oriented attitude even at the end of a long shift.
• Build launch rigs, balloon units, and other hardware. Hands-on assembly is a core part of this role.
• 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 maintenance or safety concerns. Navigate the operational complexity of the launch site, which may involve coordination with the property owner, local city officials, and nearby airport authorities.
• Adapt to varying conditions and work well under ambiguity.

Skills

Safety procedures

Clear communication

Hands-on hardware

Independent evening work

Field debugging

US citizenship

Job description

WindBorne Systems is hiring a part-time balloon launch contractor based in the Bay Minette, Alabama area to support our weather forecasting mission. You'll launch high-altitude balloons and assist with hands-on hardware assembly in an outdoor, field setting.

The role offers approximately 10–20 hours per week with flexible evenings, weekdays, and weekends, and requires US citizenship. Compensation is $25–$28 per hour, with in-person collaboration alongside engineers.