Amentum
MeteorologicalDataSpecialist
“Meteorological Data Specialist at Amentum. Skills: Meteorological Data Specialist, surface weather observations, upper air observing systems, quality control on data products, instrumentation system acceptance testing. Perform manual surface weather observations in accordance with current Air Force Manual 15-111 standards and supplement the FMQ-19 automated surface observing system. Operate upper air observing systems to measure upper air parameters of winds, temperature and relative humidity”
Industry & Context.
Assist in conducting Root Cause Analysis on systemic system/equipment problems
Ability to work outdoors in extreme conditions, The flexibility to work frequent non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements, Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U. S. citizenship, Valid U. S. Driver’s License, Possess visual acuity correctable to 20/20, Ability to visually observe clouds, Ability to run short distances during balloon releases
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
AS degree in meteorology/environmental sciences or equivalent weather forecasting experience, One year of weather forecasting experience, One year of manual surface weather observing experience, Experience using basic surface observing instrumentation such as anemometers, thermometers, barometers, and Kestrels, Good understanding of surface and upper air observing procedures, Good understanding of the atmospheric principles that govern surface and upper-air observed phenomena, Good oral and written communication skills, Ability to work quickly and efficiently in high-stress environments, Ability to work well with minimal supervision, Ability to maintain a positive attitude and be reliable in a very dynamic environment, Ability to interface with all levels of personnel in a diverse, team-orientated environment, Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with employees and the public, Possess visual acuity correctable to 20/20, Ability to visually observe clouds, Ability to run short distances during balloon releases, Ability to work outdoors in extreme conditions, The flexibility to work frequent non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements, Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U. S. citizenship, Valid U. S. Driver’s License
Nice to Have
Experience working on the Eastern/Western Range or military meteorological systems, Familiarity with GPS-based upper-air equipment and associated data processing
What You'll Do.
Perform manual surface weather observations in accordance with current Air Force Manual 15-111 standards and supplement the FMQ-19 automated surface observing system
Operate upper air observing systems to measure upper air parameters of winds
temperature and relative humidity
Perform quality control on all surface and upper-air data products prior to and after data transmission
Assist in the performance of instrumentation system acceptance testing and in the development of maintenance procedures
and work instructions
Provide technical direction to other technical personnel as needed
Perform inventories and internal audits on Government Property under Meteorological Systems responsibility
Support launch operations
Assist in conducting Root Cause Analysis on systemic system/equipment problems
Complete assigned training and assist with the training of others to ensure optimal availability of qualified personnel for daily operations
Perform other duties as assigned
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Provide technical direction to other technical personnel as needed; Ability to interface with all levels of personnel in a diverse, team-orientated environment
Communication Scope
Good oral and written communication skills
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