Peraton · 4 months ago
Ocean Modeling & Data Assimilation Researcher
Mississippi, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $128K/yrPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence. They are seeking an Ocean Modeling and Data Assimilation Researcher to support research focused on improving ocean model capabilities and assimilating high-resolution observational data for the Navy's Earth System Prediction Capability.
Information TechnologyRobotics
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Writing and optimizing Fortran code for Navy Data Assimilation systems
Developing code for ensemble-based data assimilation frameworks
Designing schema for processing remotely sensed ocean observations
Creating and testing algorithms for operational and research-grade ocean models
Conducting evaluation and validation of model enhancements
Publishing research in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at scientific conferences
Qualification
Required
MS in Oceanography, Mathematics, Physics, or related field (PhD preferred)
Proficiency in Fortran, Python, and MATLAB
Experience with Linux, shell scripting, VSCode, and High-Performance Computing (HPC)
Strong understanding of Numerical Methods, Ocean Modeling, and Data Assimilation
Familiarity with U.S. Navy ocean modeling systems
Must be eligible to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
Preferred
Prior experience in a Department of Defense research environment is strongly preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Health savings account
Short/long term disability
EAP
Parental leave
401(k)
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation
Company paid holidays
Company
Peraton
Peraton Fearlessly solving the toughest national security challenges.
Founded in 1992
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Thomas Terjesen
Chief Information Officer
Recent News
2025-09-25
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