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Boeing · 1 day ago

Atmospheric Scientist (Associate or Mid-Level)

Kirtland, NM

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$88K/yr - $120K/yr

2+ years exp

Boeing is a leading aerospace company committed to innovation and collaboration. They are seeking an Associate or Mid-Level Atmospheric Scientist to support data analysis and the development of electro-optical systems at the Starfire Optical Range, contributing to advancements in Space Domain Awareness capabilities.

AerospaceIndustrial

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provide daily detailed forecast for night operations

Work with current onsite weather sensors and provide recommendations for improved site instrumentation and visualizations

Interpret and validate numerical weather prediction data (GFS, ECMWF, HRRR, NAM, others) and proficiently communicate the results to decision-makers

Assist in the development and documentation of weather requirements for telescope operations

Analysis, modeling, and interpretation of Adaptive Optics systems

Model development of complex optics and optical systems

Evaluation and verification of optical systems performance and design

Perform analysis of meteorological data, write technical reports, and maintain a climatology database for the site

Conduct experiments with small telescopes and meteorological equipment

Observation and interpretation of real time digital weather radar and GOES satellite data

Understand relevant weather statistics and prediction indicators

Qualification

Data analysisMeteorologyComputer programmingOptical system designNumerical Weather PredictionClimatology database maintenanceWeather forecastingSmall telescope experienceInterpersonal skillsTechnical reporting