USAFA Weather Forecaster I
Responsibilities
- Provide weather support to the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA), including supporting the single VFR only and fourth busiest airfield in the Air Force, flight and jump training to future Air and Space Force Officers, NCAA athletic events, and activities associated with a military academy.
- Deliver accurate forecasts for soaring, parachute, and powered-flight operations in rapidly changing weather conditions.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret meteorological data to assess and mitigate mission impacts in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
- Produce timely and actionable weather products under strict deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Work as an effective member of a cohesive, collaborative forecasting Team providing timely, accurate, and mission-focused weather support.
- Effectively communicate weather risks and mission impacts to leadership.
- Use advanced meteorological techniques to develop and apply forecasting tools to enhance station operations.
- Disseminate weather warnings, watches, advisories, observations, mission-weather products, and terminal aerodrome forecasts with a strong knowledge of forecasting methods and procedures.
- Perform quality control to ensure forecast accuracy and compliance with established standards.
- Provide weather and training briefings both in-person and via public communication means.
- Actively integrate with supported units and agencies helping to ensure weather personnel and products are fully integrated into processes and procedures.
Requirements
- Must have graduated from a DoD Weather Forecasting School or spent a minimum of 5 years working in a National Weather Service Forecast Office.
- BS/BA preferred.
- Mountain Forecasting.
- Familiarity with high-resolution models and ensemble forecasting.
- Strong knowledge of mesoscale meteorology and orographic influences on weather.
- Strong knowledge of Air Force weather systems.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office products, skill with Excel a plus.
Qualifications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Highly skilled at independent decision making.
Benefits
The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and a range of other voluntary benefits. Vacation, holiday and Sick Leave offered will be as defined under the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
Pay
$33.73 per hour, plus $6.00 Health & Welfare fringe dollars as defined under the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
Schedule
Due to the nature of the position, the candidate can expect to be exposed to the weather elements on a regular basis. Meals are taken in conjunction with the shift and candidates will have access to a refrigerator, microwave, and limited vending machines.
Company Description
Akima Missions Optimization (AMO), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska. At AMO, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States. For our shareholders, AMO provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. For our government customers, AMO delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost. As an AMO employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.