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Ocean Career: Ocean Associates Inc. Interpolation Uncertainty Oceanographic Mode

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Ocean Career: Ocean Associates Inc. Interpolation Uncertainty Oceanographic Modeler

Ocean Associates Inc. (OAI) seeks a full-time Oceanographic Modeler to support National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Ocean Service (NOS), Office of Coast Survey (OCS). OCS is the nation’s nautical chart maker.If you are looking to be an instrumental part of a growing, employee and customer-focused company working on exciting issues in environmental science and other marine/coastal resources, we want to hear from you!The OCS’s Coast Survey Development Laboratory (CSDL) manages the development and improvement of charting, hydrographic, and oceanographic systems used by OCS, the Center for Operational Oceanographic Products and Services, and other NOS offices/programs. The Oceanographic Modeler position will provide overall support to the National Bathymetric Source (NBS) team within CSDL and assist in the design, development, and improvements of all NBS infrastructure and workflows.Baseline Responsibilities:

Conduct advanced scientific research and analysis to solve physical problems.Analyze, design, and document complex computer applications used for scientific projects.Design, develop, and test complex instruments for scientific measurements.Contribute to scientific papers to be published in refereed scientific publications and/or presented at scientific conferences.Convert scientific, engineering, and other technical problem formulations to formats that can be processed by computer.Key Responsibilities:

Define, develop, code, test, and implement a model for interpolation coverage and uncertainty from existing bathymetry derived from different types of surveys and sensors.Build, test, and maintain product pipeline workflows, revolving around bathymetric data, models, and products.Required Skills /Education/ Certifications & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s in engineering, oceanography, Geographic Information Systems, hydrography, or closely related discipline and a minimum of 8 years of directly related experience; or 2 years of college + 10 years of experience relative to the specific position; or 12 years of experience;Expertise and knowledge in working with hydrodynamic models;Expertise and knowledge in the field of hydrographic surveying and ocean mapping, including acquisition of hydrographic survey data using sonar equipment and hydrographic software;Experience exercising independent judgment and a high-level of analytical skill in solving non-routine technical problems;Expertise with Microsoft Office applications and Google’s collaboration suite (e.g., Docs, Sheets, Slides);Strong written and verbal communication skills;Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail;Demonstrated ability to self-manage workload and meet variable deadlines;Excellent interpersonal skills, particularly the ability to work independently as well as with others;Ability to work effectively both individually and collaboratively in a team/group setting.Location:

Work may be performed at one of the NOAA Facilities in Silver Spring, Maryland; Seattle, Washington; Norfolk, Virginia; or Durham, New Hampshire. Remote work may be approved on a case-by-case basis.Salary and Benefits:

Full time. Salary commensurate with experience, $39 to $47 per hour. Generous employee benefits.

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