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Data Analyst
Analytical Mechanics Associates. Evaluate published scientific papers and identify cutting-edge research and key science questions related to NASA Wildland Fires Program and FireSense Project .
Tech Stack
Tools & technologiesPython
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Evaluate published scientific papers and identify cutting-edge research and key science questions related to NASA Wildland Fires Program and FireSense Project
- Support data evaluation and analysis to ensure program and project science goals are addressed
- Convert NASA-collected L0 data into L2 or L3 data products from various sensors
- Understand and incorporate instrument limitations and assumptions in data analysis
- Identify and implement necessary corrections to data quality control and propagate uncertainties throughout produced products
- Support collection and organization of field data across the portfolio
- Support development and dissemination of data pipelines and algorithms for NASA facility instrumentation
Requirements
What you’ll need- BS with current graduate studies in earth system science, environmental science, meteorology or related fields
- Involvement with NASA Science Activation and NASA GLOBE programs
- Experience with PM2.5 small sensors, including building, intercomparing, installation and maintenance, data retrieval, formatting and analysis
- Proficiency with air quality data analysis and integration of ground networks and satellite data
- Working knowledge of FireSense field campaigns airborne and ground data
- Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams
- Data analysis of spatiotemporal datasets using GIS software
- Accountability and self-discipline to work in a virtual environment
- Ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams at varying levels
- Strong time management, organizational, written, and verbal skills
- Proficiency with scientific software, including Igor Pro, Python, and GIS
- Experience with FireSense campaign data, such as MASTER, AVIRIS, and sounding and ground data
- Proficiency with instrumentation and tools used by the NASA FireSense program, including air quality small sensors, Graw radiosondes, and hyperspectral imagers
- Ability to ingest, process, and analyze spectral data
- Ability to work with large datasets in multiple formats and across multiple platforms
Benefits
Comp & perks- Paid personal leave
- Federally recognized holiday leave
- Salary deferrals into a 401(k)-matching plan with immediate vesting
- Tuition reimbursement
- Short-term disability plan
- Long-term disability plan
- Medical insurance options
- Dental insurance options
- Vision insurance options
- Professional growth opportunities
- Engaging, collaborative, and supportive work environment