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Electrical Engineer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

This role contributes to the design, integration, and sustainment of the NEXRAD system. Responsibilities: * Engineer will be responsible for project management work, and will coordinate, schedule ...

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Electrical Engineer

Oklahoma City, OK · On-site

This role contributes to the design, integration, and sustainment of the NEXRAD system. Responsibilities: * Engineer will be responsible for project management work, and will coordinate, schedule ...

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Systems Engineer

Norman, OK · On-site

You will become an integral part of the Systems Engineering team within the Engineering Branch, which serves as the technical backbone for the NEXRAD network. The Systems Engineering team acts as the ...

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What is a Nexrad?

A Nexrad job typically involves operating, maintaining, or analyzing data from the NEXRAD (Next Generation Weather Radar) system, which is used for weather surveillance and forecasting. These roles are commonly found in government agencies like the National Weather Service, private meteorology firms, or research institutions. Responsibilities may include monitoring radar systems, interpreting radar data, troubleshooting technical issues, and supporting severe weather forecasting. Strong technical skills, a background in meteorology or engineering, and familiarity with radar technology are often required.

What are the primary daily responsibilities of someone working with NEXRAD radar systems?

Professionals working with NEXRAD radar systems are primarily responsible for operating, monitoring, troubleshooting, and maintaining advanced meteorological radar equipment. Daily tasks often include calibrating the radar, analyzing weather data outputs, performing regular system diagnostics, and reporting any technical issues to the maintenance or engineering team. Collaboration with meteorologists and other weather industry experts is common to ensure accurate data interpretation and dissemination. This role typically involves both independent technical work and team-based problem-solving in a fast-paced, data-driven environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Nexrad position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a NEXRAD Technician or Meteorological Radar Operator, you need a strong background in meteorology, electronics, and radar system operation, typically supported by relevant technical or scientific degrees. Familiarity with NEXRAD (Next-Generation Radar) systems, weather modeling software, and certifications in radar technology or meteorological instrumentation are highly advantageous. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for success in this role. These competencies are crucial for ensuring precise weather data collection and operational reliability, which are essential for weather forecasting and public safety.

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Airway Transportation Systems Specialist

Department of Transportation

Fremont, CA • On-site

$77K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

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Job description

This position is a RADAR Technician-in-Depth (TID) Airway Transportation Systems Specialists (ATSS). At this level are recognized as the subject matter expert in their field. ATSS personnel install, evaluate, maintain, modify and certify facilities, services and equipment that support the National Airspace System (NAS).

Qualifications:

To qualify for this position, candidate must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility that demonstrates an extensive amount of and experience in technology system interrelationships, and management of civilian or military automated aviation, navigation, and electronics systems. Generally, experience at the next lower level (Pay Band H/Level III or equivalent), meets the minimum qualifications for this position as long as the experience supports the DEMONSTRATED ABILITIES identified below.

In addition to your resume, in the space provided under each Demonstrated Ability, you MUST provide a NARRATIVE
justification on how you meet this ability. The justification should be clear and concise, providing a description of your education, training, and experience that would describe the degree to which you possess each Demonstrated Ability
listed below. Eligible candidates may be ranked based on demonstrated abilities.

Specialized Experience for I-Band:
In addition to the Demonstrated abilities qualified applicants must demonstrate specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (FV-H or FG/GS-12). Specialized experience is experience which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and that is typically in or directly related to work of the position to be filled.

Specialized experience is:

Experience with two or more of the following system(s) and service. Common Digitizer (CD-2), Airport Surveillance Radar (ASR-8, -9, -11); Maintenance of Air Traffic Control Beacon Indicator (ATCB-5, ATCB-6/6M); MODES, NEXRAD (Next Generation Weather Radar), WSP (Weather Systems Processor), ASDE-X (Airport Surface Detection Equipment), MicroEARTS (En Route Automated Radar Tracking System).

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and Demonstrated Abilities listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration.

Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.


Education:

Education may not be substituted for experience.

Employment Type: OTHER

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