Oceanographer/Meteorologist

US Navy
📍 Spokane, Washington, United States 💼 Full-time 🕒 Posted June 12, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: Oceanography

Category / Component: Officer • Both

Overview

Oceanography (OCEANO) Officers, also called METOC, are the Navy's geophysical experts who understand and apply all facets of meteorology, oceanography, hydrography, bathymetry, geophysics, and precise time and astrometry. Their mission is to define and apply the physical environment, from the bottom of the ocean to the stars, to ensure the Navy has the freedom of action to deter aggression, maintain freedom of the seas, and win wars.

Key Responsibilities

Provide timely and relevant support to fleet and joint operations by leading the collection, processing, prediction, exploitation, and dissemination of environmental data. Ensure safety of navigation, access to denied waters, freedom to maneuver at will, and increase the lethality of Navy forces. Lead teams ranging from small 3-4 person deployable units to large commands of over 400 personnel. Serve as the one-of-one geophysical exper...

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Job Details

  • Location Spokane, Washington
  • Job Type Full-time
  • Category Physical Scientists
  • Posted Date June 12, 2026
  • Application Deadline July 22, 2026