Meteorologist for Range Operations

Amentum is seeking a Meteorologist for Range Operations to support the Space Force Range contract.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform surface observations, synoptic evaluations, and upper-air wind editing during launch operations
• Analyze and edit wind speed and directional data in support of mission activities to ensure the highest quality of data is sent to the launch customer
• Coordinate launch critical information to the launch customer
• Analyze current weather conditions and create short-term forecasts to utilize for editing the upper level wind data
• Support operational testing of meteorological instrumentation
• Control and develop procedures and instructions for the Cape Weather Station
• Inventory and purchase weather balloons, radiosondes and parachutes when required
• Perform inventories and internal audits on government property
• Perform internal quality audits
• Complete assigned training and assist with the training of others to ensure optimal availability of qualified personnel for daily operations and launch support
• Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• BS degree in meteorology, atmospheric sciences, or related discipline
• Two (2) years of weather forecasting experience in an operations environment
• Thorough knowledge of upper air wind characteristics
• MS Windows and MS Office experience
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux experience, preferred
• Experience working on the Eastern/Western Range or military meteorological systems, preferred
• 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 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

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Local travel required between Weather sites on Cape Canaveral Space Force Station
• Possess visual acuity correctable to 20/20
• Ability to visually observe clouds
• 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