Meteorologist (Starship)

METEOROLOGIST (STARSHIP)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct numerical weather prediction analysis and testing
• Fulfill the duties of a Launch Weather Officer for rocket launch and landing operations
• Utilize current weather sensor systems and provide recommendations for improved site instrumentation visualizations
• Develop numerical weather prediction visualization and analysis tools
• Analyze weather models (NBM, GFS, ECMWF, NAM, HRRR, others) and determine accuracy and consistency against measured conditions.
• Integrate weather sensor suite into automation and weather tool development
• Generate rocket launch forecasts, specifically against constraints in the 14 Code of Federal Regulations, Part 417
• Become familiar with local climatology and contribute to providing weekly forecasts supporting facility and launch operations
• Work with local teams to generate alerts to warn operators of impending hazardous weather conditions

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
• Proficiency in interpreting and communicating the results to decision-makers and peers
• 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 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be available to work extended hours, nights and weekends when required by mission milestones
• 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.