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Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists: reported tasks and exploration worksheet
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.
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This source lists 24 tasks, including 24 marked Core and 0 marked Supplemental. Labels and dates are retained below. Employers can combine or divide these responsibilities differently; explore the task itself before assuming it belongs in every version of the role.
Task source dates: 08/2023.
24 tasks shown
Core · Task 18270 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Manage or analyze data obtained from remote sensing systems to obtain meaningful results.
Core · Task 18256 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Analyze data acquired from aircraft, satellites, or ground-based platforms, using statistical analysis software, image analysis software, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
Core · Task 18258 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Integrate other geospatial data sources into projects.
Core · Task 18260 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Organize and maintain geospatial data and associated documentation.
Core · Task 18265 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Compile and format image data to increase its usefulness.
Core · Task 18259 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Prepare or deliver reports or presentations of geospatial project information.
Core · Task 18267 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Discuss project goals, equipment requirements, or methodologies with colleagues or team members.
Core · Task 18261 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Process aerial or satellite imagery to create products such as land cover maps.
Core · Task 18262 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Design or implement strategies for collection, analysis, or display of geographic data.
Core · Task 18257 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Develop or build databases for remote sensing or related geospatial project information.
Core · Task 18264 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Collect supporting data, such as climatic or field survey data, to corroborate remote sensing data analyses.
Core · Task 18271 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Monitor quality of remote sensing data collection operations to determine if procedural or equipment changes are necessary.
Core · Task 18277 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Train technicians in the use of remote sensing technology.
Core · Task 18276 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Set up or maintain remote sensing data collection systems.
Core · Task 18263 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Direct all activity associated with implementation, operation, or enhancement of remote sensing hardware or software.
Core · Task 18273 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Attend meetings or seminars or read current literature to maintain knowledge of developments in the field of remote sensing.
Core · Task 18266 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Conduct research into the application or enhancement of remote sensing technology.
Core · Task 18275 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Recommend new remote sensing hardware or software acquisitions.
Core · Task 19774 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Use remote sensing data for forest or carbon tracking activities to assess the impact of environmental change.
Core · Task 18268 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Develop automated routines to correct for the presence of image distorting artifacts, such as ground vegetation.
Core · Task 18269 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Develop new analytical techniques or sensor systems.
Core · Task 18274 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Participate in fieldwork.
Core · Task 19773 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Apply remote sensing data or techniques, such as surface water modeling or dust cloud detection, to address environmental issues.
Core · Task 18272 · 08/2023 · Occupational Expert
Direct installation or testing of new remote sensing hardware or software.
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