6800 Basic Meteorology and Oceanography (METOC) Marine: civilian jobs and resume guide
The O*NET Military Crosswalk connects this Basic Meteorology and Oceanography (METOC) Marine designation to Atmospheric and Space Scientists. Review each civilian direction's published work details, then keep only experience you can verify. The connection does not prove that you performed a mapped task.
About this designation: The source identifies this designation as Basic Meteorology and Oceanography (METOC) Marine. Its shared civilian crosswalk evidence does not establish which duties, tools, credentials, or level of responsibility you personally held.
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$99,070
Median national pay for Atmospheric and Space Scientist
These are the civilian occupations O*NET connects to this military code. They are options to explore—not a ranking, a license, or proof that you performed every duty listed.
Investigate atmospheric phenomena and interpret meteorological data, gathered by surface and air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other uses. Includes weather analysts and forecasters whose functions require the detailed knowledge of meteorology.
Typical national pay$73,350–$129,960Median $99,070 · BLS OEWS 2025
Pay can vary by location, employer, schedule, credentials, and experience.
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Requirements and work details
O*NET Job Zone 4: considerable preparation is usually needed.
O*NET does not establish a universal civilian license for this occupation. Employers may still require credentials.
Example civilian duties from O*NET
Develop or use mathematical or computer models for weather forecasting.
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.
Conduct meteorological research into the processes or determinants of atmospheric phenomena, weather, or climate.
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Atmospheric and Space Scientist
Summary
Atmospheric and space scientist investigating atmospheric phenomena and interpreting meteorological data from various sources to prepare reports and forecasts for public and industry use
Experience
Atmospheric and Space Scientist
Where you worked
Month Year to Month Year
Developed mathematical and computer models for weather forecasting
Interpreted data, reports, and charts to predict weather conditions using computer models
Conducted meteorological research into atmospheric phenomena and climate processes
Gathered data from satellites, weather bureaus, and radar for meteorological reports
Prepared forecasts and briefings for industry, government, and other groups
Analyzed climate data sets using numerical modeling and data assimilation techniques
Developing physical theories, Testing computer operations, Analyzing environmental data, Analyzing computer design requirements, Interpreting research data
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On site, Remote
Education
Bachelor's Degree Your college, Year
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The mapped civilian record lists this task: Develop or use mathematical or computer models for weather forecasting. Identify comparable experience only if you can verify it.
Also examine this mapped civilian task: 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. Keep it only if your own service evidence supports it.
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Which parts of your Basic Meteorology and Oceanography (METOC) Marine experience can you support when considering the crosswalk direction Atmospheric and Space Scientists?
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After
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Develop or use mathematical or computer models for weather forecasting.
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.
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Editorial reviewer: Rung Guru editorial QA. Approved: 2026-08-09T03:45:06.166344+00:00.
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