Weather Forecaster II (Test Management) #700

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RT&T, a joint venture of InDyne, Inc. and Amentum Services, Inc. is the prime contractor to support the Atlantic Range Technical Support Services (ARTSS) for the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) headquartered in Patuxent River, MD, and with locations in Maryland, Virginia, and California.

ARTSS supports Atlantic Test Ranges (ATR) and Atlantic Targets and Marine Operations (ATMO) in research and development, engineering, maintenance, operation, support of facilities, systems, and equipment in order to meet the engineering development and operational testing and fleet training missions for some of the world's premier systems. Our work with the U.S. Navy keeps the warfighter safe by testing systems before they are used in combat, and we are hiring personnel to support this important mission.

Background Information:

This full-time, onsite position supports the Test Management Branch's Meteorology Team at the Atlantic Test Range (ATR) located at Patuxent River, Maryland. ATR is the Navy's East Coast open air test range and provides real-time test and evaluation (T&E) services to Navy and DoD customers in support of aircraft and weapons system testing as well as fleet training exercises. This position will provide weather forecasting services to inform test flight status determination decisions. Come work in a rewarding environment at the forefront of naval flight T&E supporting the needs of today's warfighter and beyond!

Duties & Responsibility Requirements:

• Analyze current weather data including charts, soundings, satellite, and radar imagery.
• Utilized weather forecast models and interpretive techniques to produce highly detailed weather predictions for use in military operations
• Complete Flight Weather Briefings and Mission Execution Forecasts for ATR test missions. Briefings include takeoff, en-route, and landing forecasts which often are deciding factors in GO/NO GO determinations.
• Provide light data including luminance (Lux) data and Refractive Condition Bulletins (RCB)
• Process climatological data requests to include historical weather information used to plan for future operations
• Provide Severe Weather Forecasting, Winter Weather Forecasting, and Freezing Precipitation Forecasting.

Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.

Educational, Experience, and Skill Requirements:

• AS Degree in Meteorology or Atmospheric Science from an accredited college or university or successful completion of a meteorology relevant technical school, trade school, or advanced armed services school.
• DoD weather technician training course desired
• A minimum of 5 years of work experience performing the stated or similar function
• A minimum of 4 years of the stated total experience providing weather support in an operational environment supporting multiple aircraft platforms and flight missions, using the AFWEBS site.
• Experience with the Advanced Refractive Effects Prediction System (AREPS) preferred
• Must be proficient with operating meteorological radars
• Certificate of completion for DoD weather technician training course
• Must be able to obtain a base photography pass
• Position requires shift work
• Must possess a valid driver's license and successfully pass drug screening

Clearance Requirements:

• Currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain the proper US DoD issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship. Security clearance eligibility may be discussed during the interview phase.
• Employment and start date is contingent upon the candidate receiving the required US DoD issued interim security clearance

Work Conditions:

Most work performed in enclosed buildings at a desk or in data processing environments. Work will include sitting, standing, walking, lifting and reaching. Special vision abilities to perform this job are close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus. Some travel and/or overtime may be required.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD Insurance
• Tuition and Training Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and 11 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Work Schedule
• 10-Year Contract

****InDyne is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability needing special accommodations to the application process please call our Human Resources department