Meteorologist
Atlantic, IA
Full-time
Onsite
1 month ago
About the role
Oceanography Officers, also known as METOC, are Navy geophysical experts specializing in meteorology, oceanography, hydrography, and related fields.
Their mission is to analyze the physical environment to support fleet operations, ensure navigation safety, and enhance combat effectiveness.
Key responsibilities include leading environmental data collection, processing, prediction, and dissemination, and directing teams from small detachments to large commands.
They serve in diverse roles at sea and ashore, including on ships, aircraft carriers, research labs, and operational headquarters.
Training involves courses like IWBC and BOAT, with opportunities for postgraduate education at the Naval Postgraduate School.
Qualifications require a bachelor's degree in a technical field, calculus and physics coursework, and eligibility for security clearance.
Career progression offers promotion opportunities up to Flag Officer, with benefits including pay, incentives, and education programs.
Their mission is to analyze the physical environment to support fleet operations, ensure navigation safety, and enhance combat effectiveness.
Key responsibilities include leading environmental data collection, processing, prediction, and dissemination, and directing teams from small detachments to large commands.
They serve in diverse roles at sea and ashore, including on ships, aircraft carriers, research labs, and operational headquarters.
Training involves courses like IWBC and BOAT, with opportunities for postgraduate education at the Naval Postgraduate School.
Qualifications require a bachelor's degree in a technical field, calculus and physics coursework, and eligibility for security clearance.
Career progression offers promotion opportunities up to Flag Officer, with benefits including pay, incentives, and education programs.
Skills
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