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Computer Programmer and Technical Liaison Internship (Silver Spring, MD)

Position Description
Paid, full-time, 12-month duration.
The National Ocean Service’s Coast Survey Development Lab (CSDL) and Center for Operational Oceanographic Products and Services (CO-OPS) along with the National Weather Service/NCEP Central Operation’s Production Management Branch are working together to transition NOS’ Coastal Ocean Modeling Framework (COMF) and NOS’ numerical oceanographic forecast systems for estuaries and the Great Lakes to NCEP’s Central Computing System (CCS).

Will assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of COMF software to run in the NCEP CCS environment and utilize real-time data and NCEP model forecast guidance from the CCS’ “data tanks” to support the development and operation of NOS’ numerical oceanographic forecast systems.  Assist NOS ocean modelers to adapt their numerical ocean forecast models for estuaries and Great Lakes to run in the CCS environment using the CCS-based COMF.  Assist in maintaining the existing COMF’s component called the Operational Data Acquisition and Archiving System (ODAAS) on CSDL’s Linux server until the transition of NOS’ operational numerical oceanographic forecast systems to CCS is completed.

Required Skills

Must have experience in writing Unix/Linux shell scripts, in FORTRAN programming and documentation and other computer programming languages (e.g., Perl, NCL, C).  Basic knowledge of NWS/NCEP numerical model production suite and experience with reading and decoding data formats such as GRIB2, netCDF, BUFR, and SHEF is desired.  Should enjoy computer programming and scripting and be detailed oriented.  Must be comfortable working with scientists from a variety of fields remotely and in person, both at the individual level and in a team environment.  Excellent oral and written communication skills.  Some local travel required.

Education

BS in oceanography, meteorology, or a related science such as hydrology or environmental science, or in computer science with knowledge and experience in the field of operational meteorology, hydrology, and/or oceanography.  A Master of Science degree would be a plus.

Submit resume to: careers@ertcorp.com

ERT is an equal opportunity employer
 

Applied Weather Technology
Senior Analyst 

Applied Weather Technology (AWT) is looking for an experienced meteorologist to assist in operations and also participate in leading the operations team.  AWT is the largest marine weather routing company with global clientele.  The position is open at our operations center in Sunnyvale, California.

We are seeking a candidate with 7+ years of experience in marine weather forecasting and weather applications, as well as experience in managing a group of professionals.  The successful applicant will be required to

 -         Provide weather data globally
-         Apply forecasts to maritime interests around the world
-         Discuss weather related issues with shore-based customers as well as ship captains at sea
-         Participate in our continued growth process

 Please see us at www.appliedweather.com

Email resumes to jobs@appliedweather.com

 AWT is an equal opportunity employer, offering competitive salary and benefits.

Weather Systems Trainer

The Defense & Maritime Solutions Business Unit is in search for a Weather Systems Trainer to join our team at the 17th Operational Weather Squadron (OWS), Hickam AFB, HI.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Primary responsibilities include assisting the 17 OWS by developing and implementing weather training programs to instruct personnel on the operation of information systems, the application of meteorological principles, and the development and dissemination of weather products supporting Department of Defense (DoD) operations. Provides classroom and laboratory instruction, as well as on-the-job weather training to newly assigned Air Force personnel and for recent graduates of the Air Forces weather technical school.

REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent, and 6-8 years of military forecasting experience. Six years of experience is equivalent to a bachelors degree.

REQUIRED SKILLS: A minimum of eight years of experience as a certified weather forecaster supporting DoD operations. Specific experience demonstrating a thorough understanding of the application of meteorological principles as applied to providing military weather services. Four to nine years experience providing weather training to US military forces. Specific experience with OPS II, the New Tactical Forecasting System (N-TFS), or similar computerized systems for the analysis and application of large weather databases. A current DoD SECRET Security Clearance is mandatory.

DESIRED SKILLS: Air Force OJT supervisor training highly desired. Alaskan forecasting experience highly desired.

Interested candidates can apply for this position by visiting the career site at SAIC.  Go to www.saic.com/career and apply to req ID 106448. 

Satellite Services Incorporated (SSI)

METEOROLOGICAL TECHNICIAN

SSI is seeking qualified applicants for a dual qualified weather forecaster/observer position at Homestead Air Reserve Base Florida (20 miles South of Miami).  The Weather Station operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.

This position requires the ability to observe and forecast atmospheric weather conditions, brief aircrews and command staff, issue advisories/warnings, monitor and interpret RADAR/METSAT, and augment an FMQ-19 to disseminate weather observations.

The ideal candidate for this position would be a prior enlisted military veteran from the weather career field.  Have successfully completed a DOD approved Observer and Forecaster course.  Have a minimum of two years of practical work experience supporting military aircraft/operations.  Have or be able to obtain a DOD Secret security clearance.  Be able to relocate to Homestead Florida within 30 days of selection, and be able to work a rotating shift schedule.

The following specific requirements must be met:

            . Minimum of 2-years of aviation forecasting experience.

            . Minimum of 2-years of aviation observing experience.

. Minimum of 1 year experience using a weather processing or dissemination system such as : The Air Force N-TFS, Navy’s MIDDS, or National Weather Service AWIPS.

. Minimum of 1 year experience in the operation and interpretation on NEXRAD/OPUP.

            . All experience may be concurrent, and must be current (within the last 5 years).

In addition to base pay, Night/ Sunday differential, holiday pay, and overtime are also included.

Qualified applicants please send resumes to Michael.brand@homestead.af.mil

 

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