Physical/Numerical Modelling (Meteo/Climate Data Handling)

Job Description:

Leonardo is a global industrial group, among the main global players in Aerospace, Defence and Security that realises multi-domain technological capabilities in Helicopters, Aircraft, Aerostructures, Electronics, Cyber Security and Space. With over 60,000 employees worldwide, the company has a solid industrial presence in Italy, the UK, Poland and the US. It also operates in 150 countries through subsidiaries, joint ventures and investments. A key player in major international strategic programmes, it is a technological and industrial partner of governments, defence administrations, institutions and companies.

Inside Leonardo Space Division we are looking for a Physical/Numerical Modelling (Meteo/Climate Data Handling) based in Roma plant.

Job Responsibilities:

Developing and implementing physical and numerical models for meteorological and climate applications

Handling, processing, and analyzing large meteorological and climatological datasets

Performing statistical analyses and validation of climate model outputs against observational data

Conducting simulations using numerical weather prediction (NWP) and climate modelling tools

Ensuring data quality control, management, and integration from various meteorological sources

Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support climate risk assessments and environmental impact studies

Preparing technical documentation, scientific reports, and presentations of modelling results

Providing technical expertise and training to team members on climate data analysis methodologies and numerical modelling techniques.

Education:

Master's Degree or PhD in Meteorology, Atmospheric Sciences, Physics, Environmental Science, or related fields

Preference will be given to candidates holding a PhD.

Seniority:

Junior/Expert: 0-5 years.

Preference will be given to Master Thesis on subjects crossed to specific key competencies (see below).

Key Competencies:

Strong expertise in numerical modelling software (e.g., WRF, COSMO, ECMWF models)

Advanced skills in handling large-scale meteorological datasets (NetCDF, GRIB formats)

Proficiency in statistical analysis tools and programming languages (Python, R, MATLAB)

Experience with High Performance Computing (HPC) environments for running numerical simulations

Knowledge of data visualization tools for climate data interpretation (e.g., Panoply, NCL, CDO)

Experience in integrating EO forecast/multi-temporal data (meteo-climate data, LST) in simulation environment

Strong analytical skills and attention to detail in data quality assessment and validation procedures

Excellent communication skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary research teams

Ability to independently manage projects and deliver results within tight deadlines

Soft skills:

Team working

Time management and organization

Adaptability

Goal and Customer orientation

Problem solving

Proactivity

Language skill:

English (high level)

Other

Availability to national and international mobility

Seniority:

Junior

Primary Location:

IT - Roma - Via Tiburtina, 965

Contract Type:

Fixed term

Hybrid Working:

Hybrid