Akima Systems Engineering-posted about 1 year ago
$77,875 - $77,875/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Colorado Springs, CO
10,001+ employees
Administrative and Support Services

The Weather Forecaster II position at Akima Systems Engineering involves providing critical weather support at the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) in Colorado Springs. This role requires expertise in meteorological data analysis and the ability to produce timely and accurate weather forecasts that impact various military and aviation operations. The forecaster will work in a fast-paced environment, often under pressure, and must effectively communicate weather-related recommendations to military leadership.

  • Provide weather support for the fourth busiest airfield in the DoD and support activities at USAFA.
  • Analyze and interpret meteorological and climatological data to predict weather impacts on missions and personnel.
  • Produce timely and accurate weather products while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Communicate actionable weather recommendations to client unit leadership using METWATCH techniques.
  • Disseminate meteorological information including warnings, watches, and advisories.
  • Perform quality control on all weather products to ensure compliance with accuracy and policy requirements.
  • Conduct public speaking engagements, including mass briefings and radio broadcasts of weather information.
  • Visit client units to integrate weather personnel into supported agency processes.
  • Minimum 10 years' experience in Air Force Weather Stations.
  • Graduated from Air Force Weather forecasting program.
  • Minimum 3 years leading operational weather teams.
  • BS in Organizational Leadership or Organizational Management preferred.
  • Public Trust clearance required.
  • Experience with policy reviews, program audits, and quality control.
  • Effective communication skills with senior military leadership.
  • BS/BA preferred but not required.
  • Highly skilled in weather product analysis.
  • Effective communicator and public speaker.
  • Skilled at independent decision making.
  • Proficient with Air Force weather dissemination systems.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel.
  • $37.44 per hour plus $5.50 Health & Welfare fringe dollars.
  • Comprehensive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
  • Vacation, holiday, and sick leave as defined under the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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