Atmospheric Scientist

Applied Research Associates • Fort Belvoir, VA

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About The Position

The Mission, Concepts and Capabilities (MCC) division of Applied Research Associates, Inc. (ARA) is searching for a talented Atmospheric Scientist. The successful candidate will provide general knowledge and subject matter expertise in all facets of atmospheric science and meteorology, with a particular focus on how different types of weather impact transport and dispersion of chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) hazards/phenomena. Hazard prediction modeling of incidents across the CBRNE realm is required, and it is expected that the candidate will develop a basic understanding/modeling capability across all the scientific areas that DTRA supports. Some natural hazard modeling and decision support will also be required. The successful candidate must demonstrate a willingness to learn from and interact with individuals across a wide variety of subject matter backgrounds.

Requirements

• M.S. in Atmospheric Science, Meteorology or related field
• 0-2 years of hands on experience
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a US DoD TS/SCI security clearance
• Willingness to become trained to provide modeling across the CBRNE spectrum
• Must be a US Citizen

Nice To Haves

• Top Secret Clearance
• Ph.D. in Atmospheric Science or related field
• Applicants with strong, balanced backgrounds in both operational and research atmospheric science, particularly atmospheric boundary layer and turbulence, atmospheric transport and dispersion, space weather, and/or numerical weather prediction.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret meteorological data gathered by surface and upper-air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for the public and other users.
• Prepare scientific reports, provide technical support, and assist with the development of chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and high-yield explosive (CBRNE) effects models.
• Assist in developing, integrating, testing, verifying, validating, and applying CBRNE software based on the results of experiments, and predict phenomena based on their theoretical and computational methods.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the concepts involved with atmospheric transport/dispersion models and/or air quality studies.
• Collaborate routinely with other subject matter experts to provide the best products possible to customers.
• Provide meteorological support to customers on a 24/7/365 basis.
• Shift work is required, and extended hours may be required due to operational requirements.
• Some holiday and weekend work will be expected.
• Demonstrate a solid, operational understanding of Numerical Weather Prediction.
• Basic and applied meteorological research will also be expected.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Master's degree