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Field Scientist - Instrumentation Specialist

Rainmaker· R&D
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Salt Lake City, UT$110k - $140kfull-timePosted 2w ago

About the role

Rainmaker is hiring a Field Scientist to install, maintain, and analyze meteorological instrumentation and data collection systems for precipitation enhancement operations.

Responsibilities

  • Scientific algorithm development: stay up-to-date on instrumentation technologies, data collection and quality control, sensor fusion; research and implement methods to utilize data streams for informing precipitation enhancement operations and validation.
  • Precipitation Enhancement Operations: assist in operations, prepare equipment, monitor weather, deploy seeding agents; collect and analyze data during/after events to evaluate effectiveness.
  • Installation: install meteorological sensors (cloud radar, lidar, sounding packages, state-variable sensors); mount/configure sensors; install data loggers and communication systems.
  • Maintenance and repair: routine maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting, sensor repair coordination with manufacturers; test instrument accuracy; diagnose and repair faults; replace parts.
  • Data Quality Control: monitor data quality, investigate/investigate issues, ensure data integrity; develop software processes to automate QC workflows; collaborate with software engineers on sensor data handling.
  • Documentation: maintain installation/maintenance/repair records; prepare status reports of instrumentation and data systems.
  • Training: train staff on proper use and maintenance of meteorological equipment.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in meteorology or atmospheric science.
  • Strong understanding of meteorological principles and instrumentation.
  • Experience with data acquisition systems and data analysis techniques.
  • Ability to assimilate research concepts and develop novel applications.
  • Programming skills (Python preferred; MATLAB/R acceptable).
  • Experience developing workflows for real-time scientific instrumentation data sources.
  • Knowledge of electronics and electrical circuits.

Skills

Required:Meteorology fundamentalsData acquisition systemsProgramming - PythonSensor calibration and maintenance

Benefits

  • Not specified in description
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.
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