Launch Contractor - Uruguay

The role

You will launch high-altitude weather balloons that collect atmospheric data. The role involves setting up launch sites and managing equipment in outdoor environments.

What you will do

• Launch high-altitude weather balloons following established safety and operational procedures
• Meet weekly launch targets to support WindBorne's data collection and forecasting goals
• Set up and break down launch sites, ensuring equipment is properly configured and secured
• Manage and maintain inventory of balloon supplies, compressed gas cylinders, and related equipment
• Perform routine equipment checks and flag any maintenance or safety concerns
• Adapt to varying weather conditions and outdoor environments during operations

Required qualifications

• Follows detailed processes and safety procedures with precision
• Clear and timely communicator
• Comfortable with computers and hands-on technical equipment
• Thrives in outdoor environments and enjoys working as part of a team

Nice to have

• Experience with compressed gas cylinders

About the company

WindBorne Systems designs, manufactures, and operates a global constellation of smart weather balloons to generate weather intelligence. The founding team of Stanford engineers is backed by investors including Khosla Ventures and Footwork VC.