# Tasks & work activities — aviation meteorologist

Source: O*NET 30.3, occupation 19-2021.00 (Atmospheric and Space Scientists) — manual nearest-occupation mapping via ISCO group 2112; the official ESCO crosswalk has no entry for this ESCO occupation.

## Task statements

- **[Core]** Analyze climate data sets, using techniques such as geophysical fluid dynamics, data assimilation, or numerical modeling.
- **[Supplemental]** Conduct wind assessment, integration, or validation studies.
- **[Supplemental]** Create visualizations to illustrate historical or future changes in the Earth's climate, using paleoclimate or climate geographic information systems (GIS) databases.
- **[Supplemental]** Estimate or predict the effects of global warming over time for specific geographic regions.
- **[Core]** Formulate predictions by interpreting environmental data, such as meteorological, atmospheric, oceanic, paleoclimate, climate, or related information.
- **[Core]** Perform managerial duties, such as creating work schedules, creating or implementing staff training, matching staff expertise to situations, or analyzing performance of offices.
- **[Core]** Consult with other offices, agencies, professionals, or researchers regarding the use and interpretation of climatological information for weather predictions and warnings.
- **[Supplemental]** Teach college-level courses on topics such as atmospheric and space science, meteorology, or global climate change.
- **[Core]** Analyze historical climate information, such as precipitation or temperature records, to help predict future weather or climate trends.
- **[Core]** Prepare weather reports or maps for analysis, distribution, or use in weather broadcasts, using computer graphics.
- **[Core]** Apply meteorological knowledge to issues such as global warming, pollution control, or ozone depletion.
- **[Core]** Develop or use mathematical or computer models for weather forecasting.
- **[Core]** Interpret data, reports, maps, photographs, or charts to predict long- or short-range weather conditions, using computer models and knowledge of climate theory, physics, and mathematics.
- **[Core]** Conduct meteorological research into the processes or determinants of atmospheric phenomena, weather, or climate.
- **[Core]** Prepare scientific atmospheric or climate reports, articles, or texts.
- **[Supplemental]** Research the impact of industrial projects or pollution on climate, air quality, or weather phenomena.
- **[Core]** Speak to the public to discuss weather topics or answer questions.
- **[Core]** Develop computer programs to collect meteorological data or to present meteorological information.
- **[Core]** Develop and deliver training on weather topics.
- **[Core]** Broadcast weather conditions, forecasts, or severe weather warnings to the public via television, radio, or the Internet or provide this information to the news media.
- **[Core]** Gather data from sources such as surface or upper air stations, satellites, weather bureaus, or radar for use in meteorological reports or forecasts.
- **[Core]** Prepare forecasts or briefings to meet the needs of industry, business, government, or other groups.
- **[Core]** Measure wind, temperature, and humidity in the upper atmosphere, using weather balloons.
- **[Supplemental]** Direct forecasting services at weather stations or at radio or television broadcasting facilities.
- **[Supplemental]** Collect air samples from planes or ships over land or sea to study atmospheric composition.
- **[Supplemental]** Conduct numerical simulations of climate conditions to understand and predict global or regional weather patterns.
- **[Supplemental]** Design or develop new equipment or methods for meteorological data collection, remote sensing, or related applications.

## Detailed work activities

- Analyze design requirements for computer or electronics systems.
- Analyze environmental data.
- Apply knowledge or research findings to address environmental problems.
- Collaborate on research activities with scientists or technical specialists.
- Collect environmental data or samples.
- Communicate with the public on environmental issues.
- Conduct climatological research.
- Coordinate training activities.
- Create images or other visual displays.
- Develop environmental research methods.
- Develop mathematical models of environmental conditions.
- Develop theories or models of physical phenomena.
- Develop training materials.
- Direct technical activities or operations.
- Instruct college students in physical or life sciences.
- Interpret research or operational data.
- Manage human resources activities.
- Measure environmental characteristics.
- Prepare research or technical reports on environmental issues.
- Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
- Present information to the public.
- Provide educational information to the public.
- Provide technical information or assistance to public.
- Research environmental impact of industrial or development activities.
- Teach classes in area of specialization.
- Test computer system operations to ensure proper functioning.
- Write computer programming code.