USAFA Weather Forecaster I

Akima, LLC • Colorado Springs, CO

7d • Onsite

About The Position

AMO is seeking a full-time Weather Forecaster I to support weather operations at the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) in Colorado Springs, Colorado. This position provides weather forecasting and decision support for aviation, parachute, training, athletic, and academy operations. The on-site weather team works from Davis Airfield and is responsible for identifying weather impacts, communicating risks, and helping ensure safety remains a top priority. The role includes both team-based and independent work in a fast-paced operational environment, with workload varying based on weather conditions and mission requirements. Meals are taken while on shift, and employees have access to a refrigerator and microwave.

Requirements

• Must be U.S. Citizen and able to obtain and pass a Public Trust background check.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a DoW Weather Stations or National Weather Service Forecast Offices
• Must be able to work various shifts as scheduled, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and occasional 12-hour shifts.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of a DoW Forecasting School or a bachelor’s degree in meteorology.
• Quick learner with the ability to adapt to mission requirements and changing weather conditions.
• Experience in Mountain Forecasting.
• Knowledge of mesoscale meteorology and orographic influences on weather.
• Familiarity with high-resolution models and ensemble forecasting.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail.
• Highly adaptable, with strong independent decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Air Force Weather systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Provide weather support to USAFA, including support for flight training, jump training, Division I NCAA athletic events, and other activities associated with a military academy.
• Deliver accurate, timely forecasts for soaring, parachute, and powered-flight operations in rapidly changing weather conditions.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret meteorological data to assess potential mission impacts and support operational decision-making.
• Produce timely, actionable weather products with minimal supervision in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Work as an effective member of a cohesive, collaborative forecasting Team.
• Communicate weather risks and mission impacts clearly to leadership, supported units, and other base agencies.
• Use advanced meteorological techniques to develop and apply forecasting tools that enhance station operations.
• Disseminate weather warnings, watches, advisories, observations, mission-weather products, and terminal aerodrome forecasts.
• Actively integrate with supported units and agencies to ensure weather products are integrated into operational processes and procedures.
• Provide clear, concise, mission-focused weather briefings to operational leaders, supported units, and other base agencies.
• Perform quality control to ensure forecast accuracy, product consistency, and compliance with established policies, procedures, and standards.

Benefits

• CBA - The benefits and leave offered will be as defined under the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• $6.00 Health & Welfare
• Night, Sunday, and Holiday differential apply based on work schedule.
• Access to a refrigerator and microwave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree