Weather Forecaster

Job Summary

Provide operational weather forecasting and meteorological intelligence to support mission planning, decision-making, and operational readiness. Analyze weather conditions, develop forecasts, monitor environmental hazards, prepare weather products, brief operational personnel, and provide recommendations that support mission execution in a fast-paced environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Analyze weather patterns, terrain, climate conditions, and meteorological data to forecast operational weather conditions.
• Develop and deliver weather products, forecasts, and environmental intelligence.
• Monitor hazardous weather conditions and communicate potential operational impacts.
• Produce mission-specific weather forecasts, graphics, reports, and summaries.
• Brief personnel, planners, and leadership on weather conditions and mission impacts.
• Support mission planning and operational decision-making with timely weather analysis.
• Provide technical guidance during severe weather and emergency situations.
• Recommend courses of action based on environmental conditions and forecast data.
• Maintain continuity of operations through accurate reporting and shift handovers.
• Evaluate risks, vulnerabilities, and environmental impacts affecting operations.
• Utilize forecasting software, data systems, and reporting tools.
• Support training, operational readiness, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Prepare presentations, reports, and operational briefings.
• Work independently in a high-tempo operational environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of professional weather forecasting experience.
• Experience supporting operational or mission-focused environments.
• Strong knowledge of meteorology, weather analysis, and forecasting techniques.
• Experience preparing and presenting weather briefings and reports.
• Strong communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to work rotating shifts and in high-pressure environments.
• Experience using forecasting software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Active security clearance may be required.
• Military weather forecasting experience preferred.

Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina

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