Weather Forecaster II

NANA Regional Corporation • Colorado Springs, CO

413d • $77,875 - $77,875

About The Position

The Weather Forecaster II position at Akima, LLC involves providing critical weather support at the United States Air Force Academy (USAFA) in Colorado Springs, CO. This role requires expertise in meteorology to predict weather impacts on various military operations, particularly in a high-pressure environment. The forecaster will be responsible for producing accurate weather products, communicating actionable recommendations to military leadership, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The position demands strong analytical skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently under tight deadlines.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years' experience in Air Force Weather Stations.
• Graduated from Air Force Weather forecasting program.
• Minimum 3 years leading operational weather teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Organizational Leadership or Organizational Management or a suitable substitute preferred.
• Public Trust clearance required.
• Experience with policy reviews, program audits, and quality control.
• Ability to effectively communicate with senior military leadership in formal settings.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
• Highly skilled in weather product analysis.
• Highly effective communicator and public speaker.
• Proficient with Air Force weather dissemination systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide weather support for the fourth busiest airfield in the DoD and military academy activities.
• Collect, analyze, evaluate, and interpret meteorological and climatological data to predict weather impacts.
• Produce timely and accurate weather products under pressure and adhere to strict deadlines.
• Communicate actionable weather recommendations to client unit leadership using METWATCH techniques.
• Develop and apply meteorological techniques to improve weather station operations.
• Disseminate meteorological information including warnings, watches, advisories, and mission weather products.
• Perform quality control on all weather products to ensure accuracy and compliance with policies.
• Conduct public speaking engagements, including mass briefings and radio broadcasts of weather information.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Vacation, holiday, and sick leave as defined under the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree