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Senior Systems Engineer

Norman, OK

$92.20K - $126.10K/yr

This program involves replacing the aging Next Generation Weather Radar (NEXRAD) Weather Surveillance Radar 1988 Doppler (WSR-88D) system with a next-generation network featuring enhanced ...

ASRC Federal Holding

Senior Systems Engineer

Norman, OK · On-site

$92.20K - $126.10K/yr

This program involves replacing the aging Next Generation Weather Radar (NEXRAD) Weather Surveillance Radar 1988 Doppler (WSR-88D) system with a next-generation network featuring enhanced ...

ASRC Federal Holding

Program Manager

Norman, OK · On-site

This program involves replacing the aging Next Generation Weather Radar (NEXRAD) Weather Surveillance Radar 1988 Doppler (WSR-88D) system with a next-generation network featuring enhanced ...

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Radar Engineer

Golden, CO · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Tomorrow.io is a leading weather intelligence and climate resilience platform helping organizations ... We're looking for a Radar Engineer to support the design, integration, test, and validation of ...

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Radar Engineer

Golden, CO · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

Tomorrow.io is a leading weather intelligence and climate resilience platform helping organizations ... We're looking for a Radar Engineer to support the design, integration, test, and validation of ...

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As of Jun 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for 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.

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A Weather Radar job typically involves operating, maintaining, and analyzing weather radar systems to track and predict weather patterns. Professionals in this field work for meteorological agencies, research institutions, or private companies to monitor precipitation, storm movement, and severe weather events. They interpret radar data to assist in weather forecasting, aviation safety, and emergency preparedness. The role may also include troubleshooting radar equipment, developing new radar technologies, and ensuring accurate data collection.

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To excel as a Weather Radar Technician, you need a solid background in meteorology, electronics, and radar system maintenance, supported by relevant technical certifications or an associate degree in electronics or a related field. Familiarity with Doppler radar systems, diagnostic instruments, and weather data analysis software is highly valued. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and effective teamwork are key soft skills that enhance performance in this role. These competencies are critical to ensuring accurate weather monitoring, system uptime, and reliable support for meteorological teams.

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As a Weather Radar Technician, your day-to-day responsibilities include operating and maintaining radar systems, conducting routine equipment inspections, calibrating instruments, and troubleshooting technical issues as they arise. You will regularly analyze and verify the accuracy of radar data, ensuring that weather information provided to meteorologists and the public is reliable and timely. You'll also collaborate closely with engineers and meteorologists to address any system irregularities and to implement upgrades or repairs. The role may require occasional on-call shifts or fieldwork, especially during severe weather events, to keep radar systems fully operational.
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Senior Systems Engineer

asrcfh

Norman, OK

$92.20K - $126.10K/yr

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Posted 27 days ago

Job description

ASRC Federal Advanced Research, LLC (AFAR) is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to support a potential contract with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Weather Service (NWS) in Norman, Oklahoma. 

The NWS operates a complex, interconnected enterprise of systems responsible for the collection, processing, and dissemination of weather data and forecast products. These systems range from field-deployed observation infrastructure (e.g., ASOS, radar networks, data buoys) to mission-critical processing platforms (e.g., AWIPS, MRMS) and enterprise-level data architectures. To meet evolving mission needs, enhance resilience, and leverage modern technology, the NWS requires expert, on-demand support to execute a multi-year strategy focused on cloud adoption, modernization of legacy systems, and seamless integration of new capabilities and research partner data streams.

The NWS, in partnership with other agencies, is executing the Radar Next Program to modernize the nation’s weather radar infrastructure. This program involves replacing the aging Next Generation Weather Radar (NEXRAD) Weather Surveillance Radar 1988 Doppler (WSR-88D) system with a next-generation network featuring enhanced capabilities, and improved coverage and performance. Given the criticality of uninterrupted radar coverage for public safety, the transition must be seamless.

AFAR’s potential partnership with NWS will provide specialized technical and engineering support to the NWS Radar Next Program Office across several key areas to ensure the successful definition, design, development, and deployment of the modernized radar system and its associated data processing and distribution infrastructure.

Work location: Onsite - Norman, OK

Background: Government issued background investigation

Responsibilities:

  • Senior-level systems engineering for NWS modernization and sustainment.
  • Leads complex system integration, testing, and deployment across radar networks, sensor platforms, and data processing systems.
  • Trade-off analyses, CONOPS development, requirements traceability.
  • Technical lead for multi-disciplinary efforts.
  • Coordinates with government stakeholders, OAR, and cross-agency teams on architecture and interface requirements.
  • Mentors junior/mid-level engineers.

 

Education/Experience:

  • Minimum of 10+ years of relevant work experience.
  • Bachelors in Systems Engineering, CS, Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or related, or equivalent.
  • Must be a US Citizen to meet contract requirements.
  • Must successfully complete a government issued background investigation.

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