Meteorologist

Meteorologist

Requirements

• Ability to support a 24×7 department by working rotating shifts (early morning, afternoon/evenings and midnight shifts), most weekends, holidays and have rotating days off
• Ability to work some extended hours and overtime shifts
• Ability to work well with others as part of a Team, professionally interact with other departments, labor groups, and the public; and have the flexibility to perform well under pressure
• Ability to use computer software to obtain, create disseminate weather data
• Ability to interpret weather events and forecast to support the tactical and strategic concerns of the center
• Knowledgeable of weather theory and weather products produced by the US Government or any contractor used by SWA
• Ability to follow verbal and written guidance
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Ability to effectively communicate and interact in an operational team environment
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to analyze problems and make sound decisions
• Skilled in typing and/or using a computer keyboard with sufficient speed and accuracy to meet the demands of the job
• Ability to master current and emergent PC software packages including Windows applications
• Skilled in organization, detail and project work
• Ability to work under tight time constraints to accomplish assignments and projects
• Skilled in problem-solving
• Ability to work multiple concurrent tasks with frequent interruptions
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Skilled in explaining technical information to various audiences
• Proficiency in forecast process within an operational forecasting environment.
• Familiarity with Airline Operations
• Proficiency in Windows applications and general PC knowledge
• High school diploma or GED
• Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or related science from an accredited college or university, OR a combination of training and experience that has led to “qualification” as an aviation forecaster by the NWS or a U.S. or NATO military authority
• Entry level experience in operational weather forecasting with civilian/commercial or military experience, with understanding in aviation industry weather impacts

Responsibilities

• Deliver operational forecast content consistently and accurately within rigid time constraint.
• Develop knowledge of airspace, air traffic control programs affecting the airline’s operation.
• Actively collaborate with other meteorologists on weather issues particularly in the 0-48 hour time frame. Specific focus on forecast trends through 24 hours.
• Generate meteorological based narratives, forecast discussions and weather alerts for disruptive weather events within the 0-24 hour forecast as weather conditions dictate.
• Continuously monitoring real-time weather conditions and updating forecast products
• Provide scheduled and unscheduled briefings to a variety of Customers within the Southwest Airlines organization. Verbal and written briefings occur multiple times per day.
• Producing products to communicate risk of weather impacts at Southwest Airlines airports and other locations. This includes: Must be able to quickly respond to weather related operational requests and be able to identify, prioritize, and communicate information regarding weather or atmospheric conditions that affect the safety and/or efficiency of airline operations.
• Must practice safety conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
• Provides friendly service to and maintains positive relationships with all Internal and External Customers
• Works in a cooperative spirit to ensure the success of our Company
• Possess Excellent Communication Skills
• May perform other job duties as directed by Employee’s Leaders

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.