BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in meteorology, atmospheric science, or other nature science discipline
- 3+ years of experience within forecasting and modeling environments, operational planning, and/or operational decision support
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
- Familiarity with basic Linux OS, Python, Javascript, Influxdb, and/or Grafana programming and coding in a scripting language associated with integration of meteorological data
- Proficiency ingesting large weather datasets and analyzing patterns to improve future operational efficiencies
- Familiarity with probabilistic modeling techniques
- Experience conducting model and forecast verification
- Ability to integrate gridded model data into weather communication tools across multiple platforms
- Demonstrated proficiency to effectively adjust priorities based on changing weather conditions in a fast-paced operational environment
- Combination of training and experience that has led to qualification as a forecaster by the NWS or a U.S. or NATO military authority
- Comfortable working with mission critical and sensitive systems, with a sense of urgency appropriate to the responsibilities
- Excellent communications skills with the ability to communicate with customers, peers, management etc. in both formal and informal situations
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be willing and able to work weekends and non-standard work-week hours
- Ability to pass background check for Cape Canaveral Space Force Station
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Pay range:
Meteorologist/Level I: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00/per year
Meteorologist/Level II: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00/per year
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.
Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package at SpaceX. You may also be eligible for long-term incentives, in the form of company stock, stock options, or long-term cash awards, as well as potential discretionary bonuses and the ability to purchase additional stock at a discount through an Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You will also receive access to comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short & long-term disability insurance, life insurance, paid parental leave, and various other discounts and perks. You may also accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation & will be eligible for 10 or more paid holidays per year. Exempt employees are eligible for 5 days of sick leave per year.
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
- To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.
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Applicants wishing to view a copy of SpaceX’s Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at (310) 363-6000.