• Weather Forecaster

    Spectrum Comm Inc (Sumter, SC)


    The Weather Forecaster provides 24/7/365 operational meteorological support for Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) missions. This role requires certified forecasters with a minimum of two years of relevant Department of Defense experience, capable of working rotating shifts in high-tempo, mission-critical environments.

    Responsibilities

    + Deliver real-time weather forecasting and climatological analysis to support global combat operations.

    + Produce and brief mission execution forecasts (MEFs) including takeoff, enroute, destination, and refueling data for multiple locations.

    + Generate and disseminate tactical meteorological products (e.g., icing, lightning, and thunderstorm forecasts within AOR).

    + Lead weather collaboration and shift transition operations including Meteorological Conferences (MetCon) and electronic pass-down logs.

    + Utilize platforms including AFW-WEBS, Mark IV-B, and CAVOK for real-time analysis and mission support.

    + Deliver weather briefings at the start of aircrew flying shifts and as required.

    + Mentor and supervise trainees, ensuring accurate execution under operational conditions.

    + Provide immediate guidance and recommendations during combat operations, severe weather events, and emergency conditions.

    + Ensure security compliance (COMSEC, OPSEC, COMPUSEC) and adapt procedures to meet classified information protocols.

    + Maintain expertise via recurring training and adapt rapidly to new forecasting and data processing technologies.

    Requirements

    Qualifications

    + Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a certified DoD Weather Forecaster (e.g., 1W0X1, or equivalent FAA/NWS/NOAA certification).

    + Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and meteorological data systems.

    + Demonstrated knowledge of military meteorology, risk assessment, and operational mission planning.

    + Capable of working rotating shifts in a 24/7 environment under high operational stress.

    + Familiar with AFW CFETP, distributed learning tools, and Air Force Weather Knowledge Center resources.

     

    Benefits

     

    + Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

    + Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

    + Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

    + Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

    + Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

    + Short Term & Long Term Disability

    + Training & Development

    + Wellness Resources

    + Stock Option Plan