O*NET Career Intelligence

Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists

SOC 19-2099.01

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.

Green Occupation Zone 5 Life, Physical, and Social Science

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Yes

Green

Top Skills 8

Reading Comprehension

4.0

Science

4.0

Critical Thinking

4.0

Writing

3.9

Speaking

3.9

Mathematics

3.9

Complex Problem Solving

3.9

Active Listening

3.8

Knowledge Areas 8

Geography

4.6

Mathematics

4.0

English Language

4.0

Computers and Electronics

3.9

Physics

3.4

Education and Training

3.2

Engineering and Technology

3.1

Administration and Management

2.7

Key Tasks

1Manage or analyze data obtained from remote sensing systems to obtain meaningful results.

2Analyze data acquired from aircraft, satellites, or ground-based platforms, using statistical analysis software, image analysis software, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS).

3Process aerial or satellite imagery to create products such as land cover maps.

4Design or implement strategies for collection, analysis, or display of geographic data.

5Integrate other geospatial data sources into projects.

Also Known As

All Source Intelligence Analyst Data Analytics Chief Scientist Geospatial Image Analyst Geospatial Intelligence Analyst Image Scientist Imagery Remote Sensing Scientist LIDAR Analyst (Light Detection and Ranging Analyst) LIDAR Scientist (Light Detection and Ranging Scientist) Measurement and Signatures Intelligence Analyst Microwave Remote Sensing Scientist

Tools & Equipment

Airborne imaging systems Desktop computers Doppler Rayleigh laser imaging ranging and detecting LIDAR systems Hyperspectral imaging equipment Mainframe computers