 Aerographer's mate

Aerographer's mate (abbreviated as AG) is a United States Navy occupational rating.Aerographer's mates observe, collect, record and analyze meteorological and oceanographic data; make visual and instrument observations of weather and sea conditions surface and sub-surface; operate meteorological satellite receivers and interpret and apply satellite data; interpret and brief radar imagery and data; interpret meteorological and oceanographic codes; verify meteorological and oceanographic products; evaluate recent meteorological and oceanographic developments for integration into local routines and enter data on appropriate charts; operate ancillary equipment for the processing, dissemination and display of environmental data; perform preventive maintenance on meteorological and oceanographic equipment; prepare warnings of severe and hazardous weather and sea conditions; forecast meteorological and oceanographic conditions; and prepare and present briefings concerning current and predicted environmental conditions and their effect on operations.