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Public Trust
$176,000 - $282,000
Unspecified
Remote/Hybrid• (Off-Site/Hybrid)
About Peraton
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Program Overview
About The Role
Peraton is seeking a Chief Scientist to provide senior scientific and technical leadership for the NOAA Advanced Weather Interactive Processing System (AWIPS), the mission-critical platform supporting National Weather Service forecasting operations nationwide.
This position is hybrid. Must be local to one of the following Peraton facilities: Melbourne, FL, Aurora, CO, Herndon, VA, San Antonio, TX, Houston, TX, Omaha, NE, Huntsville, AL, King of Prussia, PA, or Silver Spring, MD.
In this role, you will define the scientific vision for applying data science, modeling, and advanced analytics across AWIPS, guide the transition of research into operational capabilities, and advise program leadership on technical strategy and modernization initiatives.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
** This position is contingent upon contract award **
#AWIPS
SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range
Details
Target Salary Range: $176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Program Overview
About The Role
Peraton is seeking a Chief Scientist to provide senior scientific and technical leadership for the NOAA Advanced Weather Interactive Processing System (AWIPS), the mission-critical platform supporting National Weather Service forecasting operations nationwide.
This position is hybrid. Must be local to one of the following Peraton facilities: Melbourne, FL, Aurora, CO, Herndon, VA, San Antonio, TX, Houston, TX, Omaha, NE, Huntsville, AL, King of Prussia, PA, or Silver Spring, MD.
In this role, you will define the scientific vision for applying data science, modeling, and advanced analytics across AWIPS, guide the transition of research into operational capabilities, and advise program leadership on technical strategy and modernization initiatives.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the senior scientific authority for data science, modeling, and analytics on the AWIPS program.
- Define standards and best practices for model development, validation, and data usage.
- Lead research-to-operations integration of new algorithms, data sources, and AI/ML capabilities.
- Advise program leadership and system architects on technical strategy and risk.
- Collaborate with NOAA stakeholders, engineers, and architects to translate scientific requirements into operational systems.
- Provide technical direction and mentorship to teams of scientists and analysts.
- Represent the program in technical reviews and stakeholder briefings.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- 16 years of experience, may have management experience
- Bachelor's degree in Atmospheric Science, Meteorology, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (advanced degree preferred)..
- Expertise in environmental data systems, modeling, and/or applied data science.
- Experience leading technical or scientific teams on complex systems.
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in a related discipline.
- Experience with NOAA, AWIPS, or operational forecasting systems.
- Experience leading AI/ML modernization efforts in production environments.
- Active/Current Public Trust
** This position is contingent upon contract award **
#AWIPS
SCA / Union / Intern Rate or Range
Details
Target Salary Range: $176,000 - $282,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.
Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.
Application Duration Statement: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.
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