Operations Support Specialists - Balloon Launcher

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an Atmospheric Balloon Launcher to join our team supporting the Los Alamos National Laboratory
! This position is part-time and will be based out of Glendale, AZ. The Balloon Launcher position will contribute to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM) Desert-Urban System Integrated Atmospheric Monsoon (DUSTIEAIM) campaign, a collaboration between DOE ARM, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL), and Arizona State University (ASU). Weather balloon launches (also referred to as radiosonde launches) collect important atmospheric data and are a critical part of DUSTIEAIM’s success.

Balloon launches will occur at designated times throughout the campaign, which involves preparing the radiosonde, inflating the balloon, and safely releasing the entire flight train.

• This position requires a non-standard work schedule, including weekends, nights, early mornings, and holidays.

  • Radiosonde preparation

  • Inflation of the weather balloon

  • Release of the balloon

• Collection and analysis of data collected during launches.

• Collaboration with various teams contributing to the DUSTIEAIM campaign.

• Compliance with safety protocols.

• Timeliness in arrival to site and execution of launches (launches are time-sensitive).

• Education & Years of Experience – High School Diploma.

• Citizenship – To be considered, you must be a United States (U.S.) citizen due to the federal nature of the work.

• Clearance – To be considered, you must be able to obtain and maintain a government issued clearance, if needed.

• Skilled in effective communication, both verbal and written.

• Interest in a highly collaborative environment.

• Experience working in flexible environments.

• Experience working both independently and within a team.

• Attention to detail.

• Activities will be performed in the outdoor research area of ASU’s West Valley Campus in Glendale, AZ.

• Balloon launchers should be prepared to work in the outdoor elements, including sun exposure, heat, rain, and dust.

• Personal protective equipment (PPE) including dust masks, eye protection, and gloves will be provided.

GEM’s offered compensation is dependent on candidates’ education
, qualifications
, and relevant years of experience
. To recruit and retain our exceptional staff, we offer the opportunity to elect benefit packages that best suit our employee’s needs; this includes, but is not limited to, a competitive Salary, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (including HSA & PPO options), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, and a matching 401(k) Retirement Plan.

Please Note:

With the exception of mandated state requirements, GEM does not publish salary information on external job boards; as such, most ranges listed are estimates made by vendors and not actual salary ranges.

GEM Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.