Amentum

Meteorologist Planner/Controller

Amentum • $120K *
Cape Canaveral, FL 32920In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • A.S. degree in electronics or equivalent military/industry experience.
  • Four years as a Systems Controller or two years as a Sr. Systems Controller, or ten years of experience in Meteorological Systems preferred.
  • Extensive knowledge of Meteorological Systems and engineering/electronic theory is preferred.
  • Thorough understanding of Meteorological Systems supporting SLD 45 Range Safety and launch operations.
  • Ability to articulate system capabilities and limitations affecting mission planning.
  • Strong leadership skills for guiding technical discussions with team members.
  • Must maintain a DoD security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Planning and Launch Support team at CCSFS on the Eastern Range.
  • Analyze and develop technical documentation for customer mission support requirements.
  • Create operational support plans and directives for meteorological systems.
  • Evaluate current meteorological equipment against range safety requirements.
  • Coordinate reviews related to SFRC Operating Instructions and procedures.
  • Conduct pre-test briefings and post-test critiques for launches.
  • Monitor all systems' performance during on-console activities.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with a key team supporting critical launch operations.
  • Engagement in innovative meteorological supporting technologies.
  • Potential for career growth within a prestigious aerospace contractor.
  • Access to a diverse work environment with a focus on collaboration.
  • Opportunity to contribute directly to mission success and safety in space operations.
Full Job Description
Meteorologist Planner/Controller

Key Responsibilities
  • Work as part of the Planning and Launch Support team at CCSFS, on the Eastern Range
  • Analyze, plan, review, revise, and develop technical documentation required to meet customer daily and mission support configuration requirements for the Eastern Range to include PRD, PSP, OD, RSOR, RSOR OpSup, EORs, and OCIs
  • Develop Operational support plans, operational directives, and test plans for evaluation of new and existing meteorological systems
  • Evaluate current meteorological equipment capability to comply with existing and future range customer and range safety requirements
  • Review open System Access Authorizations (SAA) for system readiness changes and impacts to planning efforts to meet launch and operational requirements
  • Review Operational Acceptance Recommendations (OAR) and Operational Acceptance Memorandum (OAM) for system readiness changes and impacts to planning efforts to meet launch and operational requirements
  • Recommend changes to Amentum Mission Support Facilitators to improve the quality or quantity of data for more efficient use of range systems or facilities
  • Coordinate reviews and processes related to SFRC Operating Instructions, System Operational documents, procedures, and operating instructions
  • May propose alternate methods of obtaining coverage when requirements are beyond the capability of the existing instrumentation
  • Review range schedules in advance to ensure required instrumentation and customer requirements can be met for the respective Range system
  • Conduct pre-test briefings and post-test critiques
  • Provide documentation, real-time work center coordination, and systems controller support to the Eastern Range during launch tests, simulations, and non-test periods and ensure that all sites understand procedures during tests and simulations
  • Review test-support documentation and system requirements to ensure appropriate system status calls and the correct response priority is provided to system personnel
  • Report systems status in accordance with PLC-SOI-004-E Reporting Range Systems Status during launch operations and Mission Rehearsals
  • Recommend and implement approved changes to operating procedures or methods to improve data quality and performance for future tests
  • Prepare ADHOC reports and procedures
  • Provide System Controller function associated with documenting known or suspected systems failures, assign appropriate resources to investigate/repair failure when required, and ensure all actions are documented professionally and timely in accordance with Amentum requirements
  • Monitor performance and status of all systems during on-console activities including daily, pre-launch, and launch activities
  • Performs other related duties as assigned


Minimum Requirements:
  • A.S. degree in electronics or equivalent combination of military and/or electronic industrial experience and education
  • Four years of experience as a Systems Controller supporting the Launch Controller position or two years as a Sr. Systems Controller or ten years' experience in Meteorological Systems preferred
  • Extensive knowledge of Meteorological Systems and a working knowledge of engineering and electronic theory preferred
  • Must have thorough understanding of Meteorological Systems providing support to both the SLD 45 Range Safety and launch customers as it relates to launch pad weather instrumentation
  • Understand SLD 45 procedures and practices for operations scheduling, planning, mission execution, and organizational roles and responsibilities
  • Possess detailed knowledge of the Eastern Range Meteorological ERD Alias definitions, structure, and interdependence
  • Ability to articulate how Meteorological Systems capabilities, limitations, and configurations affect mission planning and execution
  • Develop and present concise and well-organized briefings to convey complex technical information to diverse audiences
  • Must have flexibility to work nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Must have the means to travel locally around CCSFS and between meeting sites, including PSFB
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance, which includes U.S. Citizenship or U.S. naturalization
  • Must be proficient in MS Office applications
  • Must work well independently and with team members with limited supervision
  • Must have strong leadership and interpersonal skills to facilitate technical direction to personnel supporting daily and mission operation activities
  • Valid U.S. Driver's License required
  • This position is assigned to CCSFS, FL
  • Salary is determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement


Compensation Details:
$58.07

Original Posting:
03/10/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Technical Services
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion
* Ladders Estimates

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