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Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists - 19-2099.01

O*NET-SOC Description

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.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

  • Remote Sensing Analyst
  • Scientist
  • Geospatial Intelligence Analyst
  • Remote Sensing Program Manager
  • Remote Sensing Scientist
  • Research Scientist
  • Sensor Specialist

SOC Occupation Groups

19-0000 Life, Physical, and Social Science Occupations
19-2000 Physical Scientists
19-2090 Miscellaneous Physical Scientists
19-2099.00 Physical Scientists, All Other
19-2099.01 Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists

Related Occupations

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Tasks

  • 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 to address environmental issues, such as surface water modeling or dust cloud detection.
  • Attend meetings or seminars or read current literature to maintain knowledge of developments in the field of remote sensing.
  • 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.
  • Conduct research into the application or enhancement of remote sensing technology.
  • Design or implement strategies for collection, analysis, or display of geographic data.
  • Develop automated routines to correct for the presence of image distorting artifacts, such as ground vegetation.
  • Develop new analytical techniques or sensor systems.
  • Develop or build databases for remote sensing or related geospatial project information.
  • Direct all activity associated with implementation, operation, or enhancement of remote sensing hardware or software.
  • Direct installation or testing of new remote sensing hardware or software.
  • Discuss project goals, equipment requirements, or methodologies with colleagues or team members.
  • 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.
  • Participate in fieldwork.
  • Prepare or deliver reports or presentations of geospatial project information.
  • Process aerial or satellite imagery to create products such as landcover maps.
  • Recommend new remote sensing hardware or software acquisitions.
  • Set up or maintain remote sensing data collection systems.
  • Train technicians in the use of remote sensing technology.
  • Use remote sensing data for forest or carbon tracking activities involved in assessing the impact of environmental change.

Detailed Work Activities

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Military Crosswalk Titles

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Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

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DOT Crosswalk Titles

  • Photogrammetric Engineer