Service Branches
Work Environment
Meteorologists/oceanographers in the military work in a variety of settings both indoors and outdoors depending on the area of specialization. Many meteorologists/oceanographers perform their work in laboratories or offices. Other meteorologists/oceanographers spend extensive hours outdoors collecting and analyzing data in the field.
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Military Status
Officer
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Median Military Salary This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
$88,228
Military Salary Range Salary varies based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location.
$26,896 - $250,342
Overview
Meteorologists and oceanographers in the Military prepare and disseminate weather warnings, watches, and advisories for military installations worldwide. They develop tailored forecasts for special and joint operations. They integrate weather analyses and reports with radar and satellite imagery interpretations to brief personnel on current and forecast weather and its effects on air, land, and sea operations.
Military Training
Officers typically enter the Military after they have completed a four-year college degree; enlisted service members can transition to officer positions through a variety of pathways and earn a degree while serving. Job training for meteorologists/oceanographers primarily consists of classroom instruction and on-the-job learning in various training environments. Like other officers they complete a comprehensive training program covering responsibilities military structure and etiquette traditions and leadership development. Job-specific training content may include:
- Methods of analyzing weather conditions
- Identification of common weather patterns
- Techniques and procedures of forecasting
Helpful Attributes
- Interest in collecting and analyzing data
- Interest in scientific and technical work
- Oral and written communication skills
Related Civilian Careers
- Natural Sciences Managers
- Hydrologists
- Atmospheric and Space Scientists
- Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers
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