How do they match: Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists

  • All Source Intelligence Analyst
  • Geospatial Image Analyst
  • Geospatial Intelligence Analyst
  • LIDAR Analyst
  • Light Detection and Ranging Analyst
  • MASINT Analyst
  • Measurement and Signatures Intelligence Analyst
  • Remote Sensing Analyst
  • SIGINT Analyst
  • Signal Intelligence Analyst
  • Thermal Intelligence Analyst

  • 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.

  • Analyze data acquired from aircraft, satellites, or ground-based platforms, using statistical analysis software, image analysis software, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
  • Apply remote sensing data or techniques, such as surface water modeling or dust cloud detection, to address environmental issues.
  • Collect supporting data, such as climatic or field survey data, to corroborate remote sensing data analyses.
  • Compile and format image data to increase its usefulness.
  • Design or implement strategies for collection, analysis, or display of geographic data.
  • Develop or build databases for remote sensing or related geospatial project information.
  • Integrate other geospatial data sources into projects.
  • Manage or analyze data obtained from remote sensing systems to obtain meaningful results.
  • Monitor quality of remote sensing data collection operations to determine if procedural or equipment changes are necessary.
  • Organize and maintain geospatial data and associated documentation.
  • Set up or maintain remote sensing data collection systems.
  • Use remote sensing data for forest or carbon tracking activities to assess the impact of environmental change.

  • Analyze geological or geographical data.
  • Collect environmental data or samples.
  • Collect geographical or geological field data.
  • Compile geographic or related data.
  • Develop technical or scientific databases.
  • Record research or operational data.