Aviation Weather Forecaster
Aviation Weather Forecaster
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$ 89700 - 162150
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Job Description
Leidos is seeking an experienced aviation weather forecaster.
JOB DESCRIPTION: The Aviation Weather Forecaster is a Subject Matter Expert (SME) working within a specialized crew environment who uses background knowledge as well as various weatherrelated tools to provide the customer with guidance and recommendations. Ability to multitask strong communication skills and a firm grasp of Crew Resource Management skills are integral components of successful performance. The weather forecaster will be expected to continuously further their foundational and operational expertise through selfstudy and will have the opportunity to apply this knowledge by finding both timecritical and longterm solutions to unconventional problems.
Duties include: Providing targetspecific mission planning and execution forecasts to maximize capabilities and effectiveness. Continuously analyzing weather parameters and working with mission planners to avoid inclement weather. Responsible for maintaining and developing additional SMElevel knowledge on predicting and evaluating weather conditions around the globe. Providing crewmembers and senior government officers with missionfocused weather forecasts and reports. Performing postmission assessments and recommendations to senior government staff.
TOP SECRET / SCI clearance is required with the ability to pass a polygraph examination. Candidates who already possess a polygraph preferred. This job entails regular shift work with a schedule that is dynamic in nature. No overseas deployment is required. Shift differential pay is included under specific circumstances.
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 8 years experience as a qualified weather forecaster for ISR (Intelligence Surveillance Reconnaissance) operations with experience in multipleAORs (CENTCOM INDOPACOM SOUTHCOM). Bachelors degree in related field or completion of USMIL weather forecasting school(s).Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment and an ability to complete assignments with little or no supervision. Flawless history in handling classified materials in and around controlled facilities.
DESIRED SKILLS: Experience supporting collection platforms. Knowledge in JMPS/PFPS/Falconview. Bachelors degree in relevant technical discipline; additional years of experience may be substituted for a Bachelors degree. A demonstrated technical understanding of Government operations communications networks and computer systems.
Original Posting:
May 9 2025For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $89700.00 $162150.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.
Employment Type
Full-Time
Key Skills
- Aviation Safety
- Aircraft Maintenance
- Time Management
- Risk Management
- Licensing Documentation
- Organizational Skill
- Cargo Operation Management
- Aviation Training
- Aircraft Operations
- Communication
- Legal & Compliance
- Aircraft Control System
- Aviation Management
- Strategic Thinking Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
