MetOcean Data Analyst I
ECS Tech Inc · Hancock County, Mississippi, United States
IT Services and IT Consulting · 11-50 employees
About the role
The MetOcean Data Analyst will support the National Data Buoy Center by monitoring and analyzing meteorological and oceanographic data. They will be responsible for identifying observational errors and detecting performance anomalies within automated monitoring systems.
What they look for
Requirements
Candidates should have a background in analyzing marine environmental observations and familiarity with automated monitoring systems. Proficiency in scientific programming, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite is required, along with strong communication skills.
Full description
Everforth ECS is seeking an entry level MetOcean Data Analyst I to work onsite at Stennis Space Center, MS.
This is an entry level position and will be supporting The National Data Buoy Center, (NDBC) is a part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA) National Weather Service (NWS).
NDBC designs, develops, operates, and maintains a network of global data collecting buoys and coastal stations.
NDBC is located in southern Mississippi at the John C. Stennis Space Center, a National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) facility.
This position is an onsite position.
Qualifications
- Background or experience in analyzing meteorological and oceanographic observations (e.g. winds, atmospheric pressure, temperatures) in the marine environment and identifying observational errors of all types.
- Familiarity of operating characteristics of automated monitoring systems and the ability to recognize system performance anomalies.
- Some experience with scientific programming and analysis tools.
- Experience with Microsoft Excel and other MS Office products as well as Google Suite applications.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
