Weather Forecaster I

Saalex; Ridgecrest (CA); Sur place; USD 59 000 - 73 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health plan

401k

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Stock Options

Résumé du poste

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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Meteorology

Forecasting

Weather Observations

Data Analysis

Communication

Formation

Assoc degree in Weather Tech

Outils

Weather station software

Description du poste

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