How do they match: Remote Sensing Technicians

  • GIS Specialist
  • Light Detection and Ranging Technician

  • 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.
  • Calibrate data collection equipment.
  • Develop specialized computer software routines to customize and integrate image analysis.
  • Document methods used and write technical reports containing information collected.
  • 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.

  • Collect environmental data or samples.
  • Collect geographical or geological field data.
  • Collaborate with technical specialists to resolve design or development problems.