Aviation Weather Forecaster
Company: Leidos
Location: Vienna
Posted on: April 5, 2026
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Job Description:
Leidos is seeking an experienced aviation weather forecaster.
JOB DESCRIPTION: The Aviation Weather Forecaster is a Subject
Matter Expert (SME) working within a specialized crew environment,
who uses background knowledge as well as various weather-related
tools to provide the customer with guidance and recommendations.
Ability to multi-task, strong communication skills, and a firm
grasp of Crew Resource Management skills are integral components of
successful performance. The weather forecaster will be expected to
continuously further their foundational and operational expertise
through self-study, and will have the opportunity to apply this
knowledge by finding both time-critical and long-term solutions to
unconventional problems. Duties include: Providing target-specific
mission planning and execution forecasts to maximize capabilities
and effectiveness. Continuously analyzing weather parameters and
working with mission planners to avoid inclement weather.
Responsible for maintaining and developing additional SME-level
knowledge on predicting and evaluating weather conditions around
the globe. Providing crewmembers and senior government officers
with mission-focused weather forecasts and reports. Performing
post-mission assessments and recommendations to senior government
staff. TOP SECRET / SCI clearance is required with the ability to
pass a polygraph examination. Candidates who already possess a
polygraph preferred . This job entails regular shift work with a
schedule that is dynamic in nature. No overseas deployment is
required. Shift differential pay is included under specific
circumstances. REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Minimum of 8
years’ experience as a qualified weather forecaster for ISR
(Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance) operations with
experience in CENTCOM AOR. Bachelor's degree or equivalent
experience. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks in a
dynamic environment and an ability to complete assignments with
little or no supervision. Flawless history in handling classified
materials in and around controlled facilities. DESIRED SKILLS:
Experience supporting collection platforms. Knowledge in
PFPS/Falconview. Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical
discipline; additional years of experience may be substituted for a
Bachelor’s degree. A demonstrated technical understanding of
Government communications networks and computer systems. If you're
looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink,
outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands
it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who
disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history.
We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else
dares. Original Posting: April 1, 2026 For U.S. Positions: While
subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably
anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least
3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days
after the original posting date as listed above. Pay Range: Pay
Range $92,300.00 - $166,850.00 The Leidos pay range for this job
level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of
compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending
an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the
job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as
well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable
bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Keywords: Leidos, Tuckahoe , Aviation Weather Forecaster, Engineering , Vienna, Virginia
