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Atmospheric/Ocean Scientist

MS · On-site

Everforth ECS is seeking an Atmospheric/Ocean Scientist to work at Stennis Space Center, MS ... This position will be supporting the National Data Buoy Center, (NDBC) and is a part of the ...

Leidos

Research Engineer

San Diego, CA

$87K - $157K/yr

Analyze ocean data from multiwavelength sensors. Perform signal detection and characterization. Research EO/IR sensor systems and develop requirements Document results for customers and present ...

Ventus Solutions

Oceanographer

Newport, RI · On-site

... data to support undersea warfare, sonar performance, or maritime mission planning. * Knowledge of ocean environmental models, bathymetry, acoustic propagation, and environmental impacts on naval ...

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Oceanographer

Newport, RI · On-site

... data to support undersea warfare, sonar performance, or maritime mission planning. * Knowledge of ocean environmental models, bathymetry, acoustic propagation, and environmental impacts on naval ...

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Oceanographer

Newport, RI

... data to support undersea warfare, sonar performance, or maritime mission planning. * Knowledge of ocean environmental models, bathymetry, acoustic propagation, and environmental impacts on naval ...

Panthalassa

Fluid Dynamicist

Portland, OR

$18.25 - $22/hr

Run analyses using metocean reanalysis data, measured ocean data, sea-state statistics, wave spectra, current profiles, and other environmental inputs. * Process, visualize, and interpret simulation ...

Panthalassa

Fluid Dynamicist

Portland, OR

$18.25 - $22/hr

Run analyses using metocean reanalysis data, measured ocean data, sea-state statistics, wave spectra, current profiles, and other environmental inputs. * Process, visualize, and interpret simulation ...

Panthalassa

Fluid Dynamicist

Portland, OR · On-site

$18.25 - $22/hr

Run analyses using metocean reanalysis data, measured ocean data, sea-state statistics, wave spectra, current profiles, and other environmental inputs. * Process, visualize, and interpret simulation ...

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Atmospheric/Ocean Scientist

Atmospheric/Ocean Scientist

ECS

MS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Everforth ECS is seeking an Atmospheric/Ocean Scientist to work at Stennis Space Center, MS.
This position will be supporting the National Data Buoy Center, (NDBC) and is a part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) National Weather Service (NWS).
NDBC designs, develops, operates, and maintains a network of global data collecting buoys and coastal stations.
NDBC is located in southern Mississippi at the John C. Stennis Space Center, a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility.
  • Education: MS in Atmospheric Physical, Physical Oceanography, or other earth science.
  • Must be able to obtain a Public Trust clearance.
  • 2 years experience in analyzing meteorological and oceanographic observations (e.g. winds, atmospheric pressure, temperatures, currents, waves) in the marine environment and identifying observational errors of all types.
  • Understands, interprets and describes physical ocean data gathered by in-situ observing stations, satellites.
  • Understands the relationships of numerical atmospheric and ocean products to observational data.
  • Experience with Matlab and/or other scientific programming and analysis tools.
  • Experience with connecting and engaging with customers to improve customer experience.
  • Must be well organized with a specific focus on the details.
  • Must be able to effectively communicate specialized information orally and in writing.

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