Weather Forecaster I

Saalex Corp.; Ridgecrest (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability (Short & Long Term)

Job summary

Saalex seeks a Weather Forecaster I in Ridgecrest, CA to support meteorological observation, forecasting, reporting, and dissemination for government test and training operations. The role prepares routine weather observations, forecasts, and adapted forecast products from multiple data sources.

This entry-level position requires an Associate degree in Weather Technology and two years of forecasting experience, with on-site work and potential eligibility for a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of meteorological methods, forecasting, and reporting.
• Familiarity with weather observation equipment and software.
• Ability to interpret weather data displays and support decisions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with meteorological production processes to develop weather products.
• Observe and analyze weather phenomena to forecast conditions.
• Encode and record observations using weather station systems.
• Identify significant weather developments and discuss forecast implications.
• Produce graphical sequences and load meteorological charts for dissemination.
• Support forecasting techniques and participate in briefings and meetings.

Skills

Meteorology basics

Forecasting software

Weather observation

Data interpretation

Stakeholder communication

Decision support

Education

Associate degree in Weather Technology

Tools

Weather station systems

Forecast production software

Centralized forecast sources

Job description

Saalex

Weather Forecaster I in Ridgecrest, CA to support meteorological observation, forecasting, reporting, and dissemination activities in support of government test and training operations. This is an entry-level forecasting role responsible for preparing routine weather observations, forecasts, and adapted forecast products using meteorological data from surface and upper-air stations, satellites, radar, and centralized forecast sources.

Position Type

Full-Time

Salary Range

$37.32 hourly (depending on experience)

Work Location

Onsite.

Essential Functions

• Assist with meteorological production processes used to develop and disseminate accurate weather products and services.
• Observe weather phenomena and analyze climatic regimes, geography, terrain, weather system characteristics, centralized weather products, and surface and upper-air reports to forecast weather conditions.
• Encode and record weather observations using computer-based weather station systems.
• Identify, evaluate, and monitor significant weather developments.
• Discuss the location, intensity, movement, and development potential of weather features.
• Initiate computer-generated graphic sequences to load, evaluate, and display meteorological charts, alphanumeric data, and statistical model output.
• Disseminate weather observations in accordance with established system procedures.
• Assist in recommending forecasting techniques, methods, and procedures to improve unit forecasting capabilities.
• Attend technical briefings, seminars, conferences, and other meetings as required.
• Other duties as assigned or required.

Required

• Knowledge of meteorological methods, techniques, and practices, including weather observing, forecasting, communications, meteorological equipment, and support procedures.
• Familiarity with computer software and applications used in weather forecasting operations.
• Ability to recognize and measure meteorological phenomena using scientific equipment and instrumentation.
• Ability to support decision-making during severe weather or emergency situations.
• Ability to distinguish and interpret detailed weather data displays.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Desired

• Experience supporting military, government, aviation, test range, or operational weather environments.
• Experience using weather station systems, meteorological display tools, or forecast production software.
• Experience preparing localized weather observations, forecasts, or routine weather products for mission-specific applications.

Education/Years of Experience

Associate degree in Applied Science, Weather Technology, or equivalent formal academic training and experience and Two (2) years of weather forecasting experience.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Ability to safely ascend and descend a 26-step stairway as part of routine job duties.
• Primarily office-based environment.
• Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
• Frequent computer use and extended periods of sitting.
• Comply with all company operational, safety, quality, and environmental policies and procedures.

Security Clearance

Must be eligible to obtain a Secret clearance. Requirementsto obtain a clearance includeUS Citizenship, security investigation, etc.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan