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Radar System Modeling Engineer

Saratoga, CA · On-site

$120K - $200K/yr

... weather, day-night sensing at global scale. You'll build end-to-end capabilities--from waveform ... Use MATLAB to simulate advanced algorithms for radar waveforms, pulse compression, Doppler ...

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Radar System Modeling Engineer

Saratoga, CA

$120K - $200K/yr

... weather, day-night sensing at global scale. You'll build end-to-end capabilities--from waveform ... Use MATLAB to simulate advanced algorithms for radar waveforms, pulse compression, Doppler ...

E-Space

Radar System Modeling Engineer

Saratoga, CA · On-site

$120K - $200K/yr

... weather, day-night sensing at global scale. You'll build end-to-end capabilities-from waveform ... Use MATLAB to simulate advanced algorithms for radar waveforms, pulse compression, Doppler ...

E-Space

Radar System Modeling Engineer

Saratoga, CA · On-site

$120K - $200K/yr

... weather, day-night sensing at global scale. You'll build end-to-end capabilities-from waveform ... Use MATLAB to simulate advanced algorithms for radar waveforms, pulse compression, Doppler ...

TRAX Corporate Office

Radar Technician I

Yuma, AZ · On-site

$29.42/hr

... various Doppler tracking radar systems and their peripheral equipment, under guidance of senior ... Must be capable of working in extreme weather conditions including summer temperatures peaking ...

Latitude AI

Senior Hardware Engineer, Radar

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site +1

$107K - $143K/yr

Radar: RF fundamentals, range/Doppler/angle estimation, resolution, interference, multipath ... weather impacts, optical alignment, calibration, and environmental robustness * Strong scripting ...

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How much do doppler weather radar jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for doppler weather radar in the United States is $34.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $40.14 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Doppler Weather Radar?

A Doppler Weather Radar is a specialized radar system used to detect and monitor weather conditions, particularly precipitation, storms, and wind patterns. It works by sending out radio waves and measuring how they bounce back after hitting precipitation particles in the atmosphere. The Doppler effect allows the radar to determine the motion and speed of rain, snow, or storms, which helps meteorologists track severe weather events, forecast rainfall, and issue warnings for tornadoes or flash floods. These radars are essential tools for improving weather prediction and public safety.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Doppler Weather Radar technician?

To thrive as a Weather Radar Technician, you need a solid background in electronics, radar technology, and meteorology, typically supported by an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in electronics, engineering, or a related field. Familiarity with Doppler radar systems, diagnostic tools, and relevant certifications like FCC licenses are commonly required. Attention to detail, strong problem-solving, and effective communication are vital soft skills for diagnosing issues and coordinating with meteorologists or engineers. These skills and qualifications ensure accurate radar operation, timely maintenance, and reliable weather data essential for public safety and forecasting.

What are some typical challenges faced by Doppler Weather Radar technicians during severe weather events?

Doppler Weather Radar technicians often encounter challenges such as maintaining equipment reliability during high-usage periods, troubleshooting technical issues under tight time constraints, and ensuring accurate data transmission for forecasters. During severe weather, quick response times and effective collaboration with meteorologists are essential to keep the radar functioning optimally. Technicians must also be prepared to work irregular hours and handle high-pressure situations to support public safety and accurate forecasting.

What is the difference between Doppler Weather Radar vs Meteorologist?

AspectDoppler Weather RadarMeteorologist
Primary RoleOperates and maintains weather radar systems to detect atmospheric conditionsAnalyzes weather data, forecasts, and studies atmospheric phenomena
Required CredentialsTechnical training or certification in radar technology or meteorologyBachelor's or higher in meteorology, atmospheric science, or related field
Work EnvironmentWeather stations, radar facilities, field operationsResearch centers, TV stations, government agencies, outdoor fieldwork
Industry UsageUsed by weather agencies, aviation, military for weather monitoringEmployed by media, government, research institutions for weather forecasting

While Doppler Weather Radar focuses on operating radar systems to detect atmospheric conditions, meteorologists interpret this data to forecast weather. Both roles are essential in weather prediction but differ in responsibilities and required education.

Infographic showing various Doppler Weather Radar job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $72,187 per year, or $34.7 per hour.

Field Operational Meteorologist

Albuquerque, NM • On-site

Roadrunner Venture Studio
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Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Field Operational Meteorologist

Roadrunner Venture Studios is the nation's leading platform for founding breakthrough ventures in frontier technology. We partner with scientists, engineers, and entrepreneurs to turn deep tech into real companies across energy, manufacturing, semiconductors, quantum computing, aerospace, advanced materials, AI, and high-performance computing.

Roadrunner Venture Studios is recruiting a Field Operational Meteorologist for one of our portfolio companies developing rainfall enhancement technology.

What you'll do:

As a Field Operational Meteorologist based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, you'll work directly with science and field teams to translate atmospheric conditions, forecasts, and real-time observations into operational decisions. This is a hands-on role for someone who is equally comfortable analyzing weather data and working in the field with meteorological sensing systems.

Before and during deployments, you'll produce daily and event-based forecasts, identify favorable and unfavorable operating windows, and provide live weather monitoring for field teams. You'll use numerical weather prediction models alongside radar, satellite, soundings, and data from field-deployed sensing systems.

You'll help deploy, operate, and interpret data from Doppler LiDAR, weather radar, radiometers, radiosondes, disdrometers, ceilometers, surface weather stations, and other meteorological sensing systems. You'll also help develop field observation protocols, troubleshoot instrumentation, and ensure high-quality data collection during deployments.

After deployments, you'll analyze meteorological and sensor datasets, compare forecasts with observed atmospheric behavior, and use those findings to improve operational criteria and future deployments. You'll work with numerical weather prediction models including WRF, CM1, MPAS, and related systems, and help develop forecasting tools, scripts, dashboards, and data workflows.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in meteorology, atmospheric science, physics, environmental science, hydrology, or a related field.

  • Experience in operational or field meteorology, applied forecasting, atmospheric research, aviation weather, hydrology, or environmental monitoring.

  • Hands-on experience with meteorological field-sensing and remote-sensing systems such as Doppler LiDAR, weather radar, radiometers, radiosondes, disdrometers, ceilometers, and surface weather stations.

  • Experience deploying, operating, troubleshooting, or analyzing data from meteorological instrumentation in field environments.

  • Experience with numerical weather prediction models such as WRF, CM1, MPAS, or similar systems.

  • Familiarity with meteorological data formats such as NetCDF and GRIB and working knowledge of Python, GIS, or other data-analysis tools.

  • Experience with remote sensing, cloud microphysics, convective clouds, precipitation processes, or weather modification.

  • Experience with field campaigns and operations in the Southwest United States, particularly New Mexico.

  • Experience developing forecasting tools, scripts, dashboards, automated data pipelines, or other operational meteorology workflows.

  • Familiarity with command-line AI tools such as Claude Code, OpenAI Codex, OpenClaw, Hermes, or similar tools.

This role is based in Albuquerque, New Mexico and requires regular in-person work with the operations team, field teams, and deployment hardware. Travel to field deployment locations will be required.

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