[Hiring] Ionospheric Scientist and Modeling Lead @Lynker Corporation

Role Description

Lyner is seeking a talented Ionospheric Scientist and Modeling Lead. This scientist will support the NOAA Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC) in advancing ionosphere and thermosphere models to improve space weather forecasting for communication, navigation, and satellite drag applications. Responsibilities include:

• Developing and validating physics-based models.
• Transitioning research capabilities into operations.
• Coordinating with scientists, forecasters, and users.
• Communicating scientific results through publications and presentations.
• Providing scientific leadership by coordinating model development activities across multiple agencies.
• Guiding research priorities and fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Thorough understanding of the physics and chemistry of the ionosphere and thermosphere.
• Knowledge of space weather physical processes, including the interaction of the solar wind with Earth’s magnetosphere.
• A desire to leverage science in the service of society.
• Ability to work in a mission-focused, operational environment.
• Scientific programming skills and experience, particularly regarding Fortran and Python.
• Skills in analysis and validation of physical models.
• Knowledge of and experience with the WAM-IPE model or other physics-based Ionosphere-Thermosphere models.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and coordinate a small team of scientists.
• Ability to think critically and make independent decisions.
• Strong communication skills, demonstrated through written documents and oral presentations.

Requirements

• Ph.D. from an accredited institution in Physical Sciences, Atmospheric Science, Space Physics, Engineering, or a related field.
• At least five years of experience in research or operational forecasting.
• Expertise in ionosphere and thermosphere modeling.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate scientific projects, scientists, and computer programmers.
• Ability to work effectively in a highly collaborative research-to-operations (R2O) environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost.
• Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision.
• Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays.
• Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and accident insurance.
• Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year.
• Spot bonuses for exceptional performance.
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses.
• Employee Referral Program.
• Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace.
• Personalized career growth plans for every employee.