Salary Range
$50,000 to $100,000+Overview
Space meteorologists study the Sun and the space environment, to better understand weather that may affect Earth, and to create simulations and predictive models. They gather and analyze data about the weather and events in space by using satellites, radar, and high-speed computers. This is a small field. According to the Department of Labor, there are 9,900 atmospheric scientists, including space meteorologists, employed in the United States.
Minimum Education Level
Master's DegreeCertification/License
RecommendedOutlook
Faster than the AveragePersonality Traits
Realistic
Scientific
Technical
Career Ladder
Senior Space Meteorologist, Department Head
Space Meteorologist
Associate Space Meteorologist
Intern, Space Meteorology
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