How do they match: Remote Sensing Technicians

Calibrate data collection equipment.
Collect geospatial data, using technologies such as aerial photography, light and radio wave detection systems, digital satellites, or thermal energy systems.
Collect remote sensing data for forest or carbon tracking activities involved in assessing the impact of environmental change.
Collect verification data on the ground, using equipment such as global positioning receivers, digital cameras, or notebook computers.
Correct raw data for errors due to factors such as skew or atmospheric variation.
Develop or maintain geospatial information databases.
Document methods used and write technical reports containing information collected.
Integrate remotely sensed data with other geospatial data.
Maintain records of survey data.
Manipulate raw data to enhance interpretation, either on the ground or during remote sensing flights.
Monitor raw data quality during collection, and make equipment corrections as necessary.
Provide remote sensing data for use in addressing environmental issues, such as surface water modeling or dust cloud detection.
Verify integrity and accuracy of data contained in remote sensing image analysis systems.

Analyze geological or geographical data.
Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.
Collaborate with technical specialists to resolve design or development problems.
Collect environmental data or samples.
Collect geographical or geological field data.
Develop technical or scientific databases.
Develop software or applications for scientific or technical use.
Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations.
Record research or operational data.

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