How do they match: Remote Sensing Technicians

  • Commercial Drone Operator
  • Drone Operator
  • RPAS Operator
  • Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems Operator
  • UA Operator
  • UAS Operator
  • UAV Operator
  • Unmanned Aerial Systems Operator
  • Unmanned Aerial Vehicles Operator
  • Unmanned Aircraft Operator
  • Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operator

  • Operate airborne remote sensing equipment, such as survey cameras, sensors, or scanners.
  • Calibrate data collection equipment.
  • Collect verification data on the ground, using equipment such as global positioning receivers, digital cameras, or notebook computers.
  • Evaluate remote sensing project requirements to determine the types of equipment or computer software necessary to meet project requirements, such as specific image types or output resolutions.
  • Monitor raw data quality during collection, and make equipment corrections as necessary.

  • Operate laboratory or field equipment.
  • Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.
  • Record research or operational data.