Space Meteorologist

Space meteorologists who work for government organizations such as NASA and the National Weather Service advance according to a job classification system. They must meet specific requirements, such as number of years in their current position, to advance to positions of greater responsibility and higher pay. Space meteorologists also enhance their knowledge and skills by getting advanced degrees and certifications. They may move up in large companies to become senior space meteorologists and department heads. They may leave government and corporate jobs to become independent consultants or to teach and research in colleges and universities.