How do they match: Atmospheric and Space Scientists

  • Investigate atmospheric phenomena and interpret meteorological data, gathered by surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other uses. Includes weather analysts and forecasters whose functions require the detailed knowledge of meteorology.

  • Design or develop new equipment or methods for meteorological data collection, remote sensing, or related applications.
  • Prepare forecasts or briefings to meet the needs of industry, business, government, or other groups.
  • Prepare scientific atmospheric or climate reports, articles, or texts.
  • Prepare weather reports or maps for analysis, distribution, or use in weather broadcasts, using computer graphics.
  • Analyze historical climate information, such as precipitation or temperature records, to help predict future weather or climate trends.
  • Conduct numerical simulations of climate conditions to understand and predict global or regional weather patterns.
  • Consult with other offices, agencies, professionals, or researchers regarding the use and interpretation of climatological information for weather predictions and warnings.
  • Develop computer programs to collect meteorological data or to present meteorological information.
  • Estimate or predict the effects of global warming over time for specific geographic regions.
  • Formulate predictions by interpreting environmental data, such as meteorological, atmospheric, oceanic, paleoclimate, climate, or related information.
  • Interpret data, reports, maps, photographs, or charts to predict long- or short-range weather conditions, using computer models and knowledge of climate theory, physics, and mathematics.

  • Prepare research or technical reports on environmental issues.
  • Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
  • Present information to the public.
  • Analyze design requirements for computer or electronics systems.