Remote Sensing Scientists & Technologists
Also called: Remote Sensing Analyst, Scientist, Geospatial Intelligence Analyst, Remote Sensing Program Manager
What they do:
Apply remote sensing principles and methods to analyze data and solve problems in areas such as natural resource management, urban planning, or homeland security. May develop new sensor systems, analytical techniques, or new applications for existing systems.
On the job, you would:
- Analyze data acquired from aircraft, satellites, or ground-based platforms, using statistical analysis software, image analysis software, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
- Manage or analyze data obtained from remote sensing systems to obtain meaningful results.
- Process aerial or satellite imagery to create products such as landcover maps.
Math and Science
Engineering and Technology
Arts and Humanities
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
People and Technology Systems
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Verbal
Ideas and Logic
Math
Attention
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People interested in this work like activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions.
They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Map creation software
Object or component oriented development software
Development environment software
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New job opportunities are very likely in the future.
$94,990
per year, on average
This work is part of the green economy. |
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