Oceanographic Technology Specialist II – Coastal Modeler

Ocean Associates, Inc.

. Assist CO-OPS with the transition and implementation of a new hydrodynamic coastal model-based historical reanalysis system simulating water levels and waves for the past 40 years .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $39 - $44 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in hydrodynamic modeling and analysis, utilizing high-performance computing systems to enhance coastal model products and validate model predictions against observations. Proficient in statistical methods for data assessment and experienced in collaborative environments with strong communication and organizational skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Hydrodynamic ModelingHigh-Performance ComputingPython ProgrammingOceanographic Data AnalysisStatistical Methods

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Hard Skills

Hydrodynamic ModelingStatistical MethodsPython ProgrammingFortran ProgrammingMATLAB ProgrammingModel ValidationData AnalysisShell ScriptingOceanographic PrinciplesCloud Computing

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationAttention to DetailSelf-ManagementOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

High-Performance Computing SystemsMicrosoft WindowsLinux Operating SystemsMicrosoft OfficeGoogle's Collaboration SuiteAWS

Industry Keywords

OceanographyMeteorologyHydrologyCoastal ModelingModel OutputNowcast and Forecast GuidanceCO-OPSADCIRCSWANROMS

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSCloudLinuxPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist CO-OPS with the transition and implementation of a new hydrodynamic coastal model-based historical reanalysis system simulating water levels and waves for the past 40 years
Assist with and contribute to upgrades to the coastal model
Lead development of new CO-OPS products and enhance existing products using hydrodynamic model output
Analyze output from operational and developmental coastal models to assess nowcast and forecast guidance skill
Evaluate model predictions against observations
Assess integration of model output with other products and services
Act as a subject matter expert on nearshore water level and wave observations used for model validation
Support NOAA CO-OPS, the authoritative source for coastal oceanographic and meteorological information

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in oceanography, meteorology, hydrology, or a closely related discipline plus eight years of relevant experience in hydrodynamic modeling on high-performance computing systems
A PhD and four years of experience in one of the above fields may be substituted for the master's degree and eight years of experience
Understanding of oceanographic principles, theories, and practices, as well as oceanographic, atmospheric, riverine, and/or hydrologic models
Extensive computing skills, including Python, shell scripts, Fortran, and MATLAB
Experience with High Performance Computing systems
Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems, Microsoft Office applications, and Google's Collaboration Suite
Experience in oceanographic and model data analysis, validation, and assessment using statistical methods
Applicants must have a Green Card, Permanent US Residency, or US Citizenship to gain access to Supercomputer capabilities required for CO-OPS Coastal Modeler positions
Preferred: Familiarity with ADCIRC, SWAN, ROMS, FVCOM, or SCHISM
Preferred: Experience transitioning hydrodynamic models into operational applications
Preferred: Experience with AWS or other cloud computing platforms
Preferred: General database and query experience
Strong oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
Strong organization skills, attention to detail, self-management, and ability to meet deadlines
Ability to receive constructive feedback and implement appropriate action
Resume application materials must include a cover letter, work history for the past 10 years or since last full-time education, education, previous similar experience or training, and three professional references
Resume must be uploaded in readable, non-scanned PDF or Word format, with name in the document filename
Successful completion of federal government background check and employment eligibility verification required upon hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time position with benefits
Telework eligible