How do you become a meteorologist in the military?

How do you become a meteorologist in the military?

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

  1. MINIMUM EDUCATION. Undergraduate academic specialization in meteorology, atmospheric science or a related field with a successful completion of the Basic Meteorology Program.
  2. QUALIFICATIONS. Completion of a current Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI)

How much do Air Force weather officers make?

United States Air Force Weather Officers earn $96,000 annually, or $46 per hour, which is 54% higher than the national average for all Weather Officers at $55,000 annually and 37% higher than the national salary average for ​all working Americans.

What is Air Force Swo?

Staff Weather Officers (SWOs) are United States Air Force personnel tasked with providing tactical meteorological support for conventional Army forces. The title is held by both officer and enlisted personnel tasked with this duty.

How much does a meteorologist in the military make?

Average U.S. Army Meteorologist yearly pay in the United States is approximately $73,236, which meets the national average.

Where is Air Force technical training?

The U.S. Air Force conducts Basic Military Training (AFBMT) at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas.

What is meteorology Afcat?

What is Meteorology Branch Entry? Meteorology Branch is a one of the ground branch in IAF and it is not covered under AFCAT. Under Meteorology Branch entry recruitment is done for Permanent Commission and Short Service Commission. Online applications for this branch are being invited twice in a year.

Are there any TGPs courses available on JKO?

– As of October 1, 2020, TGPS courses are NO LONGER AVAILABLE on JKO. To access the new virtual course curriculum, visit www.TAPevents.org/courses to enroll. Please contact your local TAP Manager for additional details.

What do you learn at Joint Forces Staff College?

JFSC educates national security professionals to plan and execute operational-level joint, multinational, and interagency operations, and instills in them a primary commitment to joint, multinational, and interagency teamwork, attitudes, and perspectives.

What are the duties of an Air Force Weather Officer?

Air Force Weather Officers perform, manage and direct weather operations that have a direct effect on the activities of U.S. military forces. These duties primarily involve integrating current and forecasted atmospheric and space weather conditions into operations and planning.

What kind of degree do you need to be a meteorologist?

Undergraduate academic specialization in meteorology, atmospheric science or a related field with a successful completion of the Basic Meteorology Program. Atmospheric science degree programs must meet the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) basic instruction package for meteorologists.

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