CEDAR email: Seeking Talented Professionals for the following Positions

[Jason Monkelien]

Lynker is seeking talented professionals with a Space/Space Weather
background, for the following two positions (See the links below each
posting to apply).  These positions will support long-term contracts with
the Federal Government, and as such, all applicants *must either be a
Greencard Holder, or a US Citizen in order to qualify*.

*1.  Space Observations Scientist and Organizational Liaison:*

*Overview - **Lynker, a Federal Government Contractor, is seeking a
talented Space Observations Scientist and Organizational Liaison to support
the National Centers for Environmental Prediction (NCEP) at the Space
Weather Prediction Center (SWPC). SWPC operates 24/7 to monitor and
forecast conditions in the space environment that affect the performance
and reliability of critical technologies on Earth and in space. SWPC
supports national security, transportation, power grid resilience,
emergency management, and commercial space operations. SWPC is also
designated as one of three ICAO Space Weather Centers, supporting
international aviation. *



*The incumbent will support SWPC by contributing to the monitoring,
analysis, and application of observational data that inform space weather
operations. This position is suited for an early-career physical scientist
or engineer with foundational experience in atmospheric or geophysical
sciences, data analysis, and scientific programming. The role supports
operational continuity and long-term improvements in the use of
observations for forecasting and situational awareness.*


*Duties of the Space Observations Scientist and Organizational Liaison will
include the following:*



   - Support the ingestion, monitoring, and quality control of ground- and
   space-based observational data relevant to the near-Earth space environment.
   - Coordinate and prioritize the response to recurring and ad hoc data
   calls related to SWPC’s observation requirements and data usage across
   multiple programs and stakeholders.
   - Assist in the development and maintenance of tools for analyzing and
   visualizing observational data to support space weather operations and
   decision-making.
   - Apply statistical or graphical tools to summarize trends and insights,
   and contribute to diagnostic reports and situational summaries.
   - Collaborate with internal teams to identify data quality issues,
   improve data access and usage workflows, and integrate new observational
   sources.


   - Maintain situational awareness of current and emerging space weather
   conditions, including interpreting real-time data from solar, geophysical,
   and magnetospheric monitoring systems.

*The Space Observations Scientist and Organizational Liaison selected
should have the following:*

   - Proficiency in working with environmental or scientific data,
   including use of programming or scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB,
   or IDL.
   - Familiarity with data visualization and statistical analysis
   techniques.
   - Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to
   document findings and contribute to technical discussions.
   - Ability to work independently and collaboratively on complex problems.
   - Demonstrated skill in performing tasks requiring organization and
   attention to detail.
   - A strong understanding, or experience working with space
   weather-related observational data (e.g., magnetometers, solar imagery,
   ionospheric sensors, particle detectors).
   - Familiarity with operational forecast environments, especially those
   requiring coordination across multiple data sources and stakeholders.
   - Knowledge of NOAA/NWS mission areas or prior experience supporting a
   24/7 operational setting.
   - A passion for the National Weather Service mission
   <https://www.weather.gov/about/#:~:text=NWS%20Mission,enhancement%20of%20the%20national%20economy.>
   .
   - Ability to accept assigned tasking, but also engage as a creative
   self-starter.
   - Experience operating as an intermediary or a Liaison between multiple
   organizations or third parties is a *HUGE PLUS*.



*Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder to qualify*

*(US Citizen must live in US for 3-5 years prior to application)*




*About Lynker*



Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in
professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding
team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes
and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in
hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology,
resource management, conservation, and management and business process
improvement.



We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective.
And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined
organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our
customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.



Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work
in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound
science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

   - Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
   - Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and
   vision
   - Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
   - Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against
   industry and location benchmarks
   - 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
   - Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
   - Flexible spending accounts
   - Employee assistance program (EAP)
   - Short- and long-term disability insurance
   - Life and accident insurance
   - Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per
   year
   - Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
   - Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
   - Employee Referral Program
   - Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at
   your own pace
   - Personalized career growth plans for every employee

*Lynker is an E-Verify employer.*



*Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions
based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual
orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic
information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected
status under federal, state, or local laws*.

https://careers-lynker.icims.com/jobs/1414/space-observations-scientist-and-organizational-liaison/job?mode=view


*2.  Commercial Data Program Scientific Data Analyst*

*Lynker, a Federal Government Contractor, is seeking a sharp Commercial
Data Program Scientific Data Analyst to support the National Centers for
Environmental Prediction (NCEP) at the Space Weather Prediction Center
(SWPC). SWPC operates 24/7 to monitor and forecast conditions in the space
environment that affect the performance and reliability of critical
technologies on Earth and in space. SWPC supports national security,
transportation, power grid resilience, emergency management, and commercial
space operations. SWPC is also designated as one of three ICAO Space
Weather Centers, supporting international aviation. *



*The incumbent will support scientific data analysis and software
development tasks focused on ionospheric and space weather modeling. This
includes assisting in the integration of observational datasets into
research and operational models, building visualization and processing
tools, and supporting ongoing efforts to evaluate the value of new
datasets. The role requires foundational programming and analysis skills,
an interest in geophysical sciences, and the ability to contribute to
team-based projects in a dynamic R2O environment.*


*Duties of the Commercial Data Program Scientific Data Analyst will include
the following:*




   - Assist in the development of data preprocessing and visualization
   tools to support space weather forecasting and modeling.
   - Support the integration of radio occultation and GNSS-based datasets
   into analysis and modeling pipelines.
   - Conduct basic statistical and graphical analysis of geophysical
   datasets using established methods.
   - Contribute to documentation of tools, data assessments, and
   experiments conducted by the team.
   - Collaborate with senior scientists to support software and data
   validation activities.


*The Ideal Commercial Data Program Scientific Data Analyst will have the
following:*



   - Working knowledge of Linux environments and scripting tools (e.g.,
   Python, Bash).
   - Familiarity with scientific data visualization and statistical
   analysis.
   - Strong written and oral communication skills and ability to follow
   technical guidance.
   - A passion for the National Weather Service mission
   <https://www.weather.gov/about/#:~:text=NWS%20Mission,enhancement%20of%20the%20national%20economy.>
   .


   - Ability to accept assigned tasking, but also engage as a creative
   self-starter.
   - Driven by curiosity and willing to try new techniques and learn new
   skills.
   - Ability to remain flexible as projects and tasks evolve.



*Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder to qualify*

*(US Citizen must live in US for 3-5 years prior to application)*







*About Lynker*



Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in
professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding
team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes
and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in
hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology,
resource management, conservation, and management and business process
improvement.



We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective.
And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined
organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our
customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.



Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work
in a culture of exceptionally skilled professionals who embrace sound
science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:

   - Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
   - Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and
   vision
   - Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
   - Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against
   industry and location benchmarks
   - 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
   - Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
   - Flexible spending accounts
   - Employee assistance program (EAP)
   - Short- and long-term disability insurance
   - Life and accident insurance
   - Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per
   year
   - Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
   - Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
   - Employee Referral Program
   - Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at
   your own pace
   - Personalized career growth plans for every employee

*Lynker is an E-Verify employer.*



*Lynker is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions
based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We do not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual
orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic
information, marital status, veteran status, or any other legally protected
status under federal, state, or local laws*.


https://careers-lynker.icims.com/jobs/1415/commercial-data-program-scientific-data-analyst/job?mode=view

Thanks in advance for your application and we look forward to hearing from
you!

Warmest Regards,



*Jason Monkelien*

*Recruiting Manager*

www.Lynker.com <http://www.lynker.com/>

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NZ

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