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Science and Technology Corporation (STC) · 3 months ago

Scientist – Atmospheric Properties

COLLEGE PARK, MD, MD 20740 US (Primary)

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$105K/yr - $135K/yr

Science and Technology Corporation (STC) supports NOAA NESDIS’s Center for Satellite Applications and Research by providing scientific, engineering, and programmatic expertise. The role involves conducting research and development, enhancing satellite data products, and modernizing retrieval algorithms to improve atmospheric measurements critical for weather forecasting.

Information Technology

Diversity & Inclusion

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Ensure and enhance the high quality of NOAA Unique Combined Atmospheric Processing System (NUCAPS) products processed from satellite-based infrared and microwave sounders

Modernize atmospheric microwave and infrared sounding retrieval algorithms including the use of Machine Learning/AI techniques and develop a variety of tools to assess the sounding algorithms quality

Implement MW/IR retrieval algorithms for new sensors, performing optimization/tuning experiments, delivering operational ready packages for operational applications and conducting detailed evaluation with relevant data sets for research

Qualification

Atmospheric SciencesData analysisScientific programmingCloud computingRemote sensingPythonMachine LearningCommunication skillsTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Astronomy, Atmospheric Sciences, Chemistry, Climatology, Environmental, Geology, Materials Science, Meteorology, Oceanography, Physics, Space Applications, or related field

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities in a data-intensive environment

Demonstrated experience with MW/IR sounding retrievals, scientific code development, remote sensing data analysis/processing, data visualization using analysis software such as Python, MatLab, IDL, Fortran and C++, or similar tools

Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment

Excellent communication and presentation skills for technical reviews and team coordination

The ability to develop and maintain science applications in cloud-based operating environments is required in support of the NOAA-NESDIS 5-year plan to migrate to a cloud-based production and development environment

Proficiency in radiative transfer, 1D-Var, remote sensing, and scientific programming