1099 consultant · ~80–720 hrs per funded award · $40–$95/hr · Remote (U.S.)

Alternate Delft-FEWS / CHPS Forecasting Systems Engineer

Be the named backup to our lead engineer on a real-time river forecasting system, bringing the same hands-on Delft-FEWS and CHPS record so the work never rests on one person.

About Precision Federal

Precision Federal is a small business building AI, data and software systems for government agencies. The company’s founder loves God, and the company is built on Christian faith: every number we publish is real, every claim we make is verifiable, and the work is done with excellence as service to God. Faith is welcome here and openly shared.

How this role works

You join the bench. You apply with your weekly hours and start time. We set your hourly rate from your résumé, and we may name you on proposals that match this role. If we don't win, you owe nothing.
A contract is awarded. The award funds the team named in the proposal. Your engagement begins at the hourly rate we agreed on.
You work remote, paid from the contract. ~80–720 hrs per funded award — and if no award ever funds, you owe nothing and lose nothing.

What you'll do

Work alongside our lead engineer to stand up an operational CHPS Operator–Client system: master controller, forecasting shell servers, Config Manager and operator clients
Help import and adapt an existing River Forecast Center configuration, then validate the new system's output against the source office
Support a live pilot and hands-on training for the forecasters who will run the system
Step in for the lead on short notice, with enough command of the configuration to keep the schedule and the system on track

Required qualifications

Five or more years developing, configuring or supporting an operational hydrologic forecasting system
Hands-on Delft-FEWS and CHPS configuration in a live forecast office, such as an NWS River Forecast Center, a utility or a water agency
Willing to be named as alternate engineer, with your résumé, in a proposal that is contingent on award
Three people from the last five years who can speak to your forecasting-system work
U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident (U.S. person)
Willing to be named on a federal proposal with a one-page resume, and to sign a short letter of commitment

Preferred qualifications

Testing of pre-release (beta) FEWS or CHPS versions before they went operational
Training forecasters or operational staff on FEWS or CHPS
Former RFC development or operations hydrologist, CHPS focal point or FEWS integrator

Compensation & structure

1099 consulting engagement. $40–$95 per hour; we set your rate from your résumé and experience. Hours are funded by federal contract awards — this seat is scoped at roughly 80–720 hours per funded award, fully remote. Work and pay begin only if the contract is awarded — no award, no hours, no obligation.

Join the bench — Alternate Delft-FEWS / CHPS Forecasting Systems Engineer

Every application is read. It takes about 5 minutes.

This is a bench, not a job offer. Work starts when we win a contract that needs you.
We may name you on proposals. If that contract is awarded, you do the role at the rate and hours we agree on.
Paid hourly as a 1099 contractor; full-time roles may be W-2. If your background fits, we will email you.

First name *

Last name *

Email *

Phone *

Work authorization *

LinkedIn or portfolio link

What state do you live in? *

Resume (PDF or Word) *

Questions

Answer from your own experience. A few sentences each is plenty; be specific and tell us what you did yourself.

Precision Federal was founded on Christian values. Our faith in God shapes how we work: many of us openly share our personal faith, share our lives together, and pray for one another. We’re building a close-knit community where we truly care about each other. Taking part is always voluntary, and people of every faith and background are welcome. As we get to know you, you’re always welcome to share your own faith with us.

1. Cover letter. In your own words, tell us about yourself: what guides you (for many of us here, that’s our faith in God), your background, and why this role interests you. *

2. Describe the operational forecasting system work most like this role: the forecast office or agency, the FEWS or CHPS components you configured or supported (master controller, forecasting shell servers, Config Manager, operator clients), a problem you solved in live operations, your role, and the result. *

Availability

Pay for this role: $40–$95 an hour, set by your experience.

Hours per week you could give on an awarded contract (all part-time, up to 30) *

If you are named and we win, will you be able to start within a few weeks? *

May we name you on proposals for this role, and if we win, will you do the work at the rate we agree on? *

I agree to the Applicant Terms. *

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