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Senior Lightning Scientist
Location
Pennsylvania
Posted
152 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Lightning Scientist
AccuWeather
• Serve as a technical and scientific authority on lightning physics, detection methodologies, and operational interpretation. • Lead the development, evaluation, and improvement of lightning detection algorithms using techniques such as TOA, TDOA, interferometry, and hybrid approaches. • Analyze RF signals across relevant frequency bands used in lightning detection, including waveform characterization, noise mitigation, and signal classification. • Collaborate with hardware and electrical engineering teams on sensor design, RF front-end considerations, antenna design, placement, and calibration strategies. • Develop and refine signal processing pipelines for real-time and post-processed lightning data. • Design, test, and validate algorithms for lightning geolocation, flash clustering, classification (e.g., CG vs IC), and quality control. • Evaluate network performance, detection efficiency, location accuracy, and timing precision using ground truth and statistical methods. • Contribute to the integration of lightning data into forecasting, nowcasting, severe weather detection, and machine learning systems. • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and guidance to scientists and engineers working on lightning-related systems. • Document methodologies, assumptions, system limitations, and scientific findings for internal and external stakeholders. • Collaborate with product, operations, and research teams to translate scientific advances into scalable, customer-facing solutions. • Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
- Advanced degree (PhD or MS with significant experience) in Atmospheric Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Geophysics, or a related field.
- Deep understanding of lightning physics, electromagnetic emissions from lightning, and storm electrification processes.
- Strong background in RF systems, signal processing, and spectral analysis.
- Demonstrated experience with lightning detection techniques such as TOA, TDOA, interferometry, or related geolocation methods.
- Proficiency in algorithm development and data analysis using Python, C++, or similar scientific computing environments.
- Experience working with large-scale, real-time observational data systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
- Ability to communicate complex scientific and technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Benefits
- AccuWeather is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.
- Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
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