Senior Convective-Scale Modeling Specialist (MPAS-JEDI)

FedWriters, Inc.; Norman (OK); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

Job summary

FedWriters, Inc. seeks an MPAS-JEDI Systems and Convective-Scale Modeling Specialist to develop, install, and support MPAS-JEDI and related models across HPC, cloud, and operational platforms. You will work on WoFS/WoFSCast and real-time workflows using Python, Fortran, and EC-Flow/Rocoto.

The role requires 8+ years of relevant experience and advanced degrees in meteorology, atmospheric science, or related fields. Hybrid work in Norman, OK is offered.

Qualifications

• MA/MS (PhD. Preferred) in meteorology, atmospheric science, computer science, engineering, applied mathematics, or a related field
• 8+ years of relevant professional or academic experience
• Experience with convective- and/or meso-scale numerical weather prediction and ensemble-based data assimilation systems
• Proficiency in Python, Bash, Git, and scientific software development in HPC environments
• Familiarity with MPAS-JEDI, JEDI, WoFS, WoFSCast, MPAS, WRF, or similar modeling and data assimilation frameworks
• Experience with operational workflow management systems (e.g., EC-Flow, Rocoto) and large atmospheric modeling and observational datasets
• Knowledge of storm-scale forecasting, forecast verification methodologies, model diagnostics, and quality control procedures, including tools such as METplus
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams and communicate technical and scientific results through presentations, reports, and peer-reviewed publications

Responsibilities

• Develop, install, maintain, and support MPAS-JEDI and related atmospheric modeling and data assimilation systems on HPC, cloud, and operational computing platforms
• Develop and maintain scientific software, workflows, and automation tools using Python, Bash, Git, Fortran, and related technologies
• Implement and support real-time and retrospective modeling workflows using workflow management systems such as EC-Flow, Rocoto, or similar frameworks
• Support ensemble-based data assimilation, numerical weather prediction, software integration, testing, version control, and operational transition activities
• Manage, organize, and validate large modeling and observational datasets supporting WoFS, WoFSCast, MPAS-JEDI, and ML/AI applications
• Conduct model verification, diagnostics, quality control, and forecast evaluation using METplus and related verification frameworks
• Design, execute, and analyze convective- and meso-scale numerical experiments focused on storm-scale forecasting and data assimilation applications
• Collaborate with scientists, students, software engineers, and operational partners to resolve technical issues and advance forecasting capabilities
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, presentations, and scientific publications supporting project and research objectives

Education

MA/MS (PhD. Preferred) in meteorology, atmospheric science, computer science, engineering, applied mathematics, or a related field

Tools

Python

Fortran

Bash

Git

Job description

FedWriters, Inc. seeks an MPAS-JEDI Systems and Convective-Scale Modeling Specialist to develop, install, and support MPAS-JEDI and related models across HPC, cloud, and operational platforms. You will work on WoFS/WoFSCast and real-time workflows using Python, Fortran, and EC-Flow/Rocoto.

The role requires 8+ years of relevant experience and advanced degrees in meteorology, atmospheric science, or related fields. Hybrid work in Norman, OK is offered.