19-4099.03 · Task explorer
Remote Sensing Technicians: reported tasks and exploration worksheet
Apply remote sensing technologies to assist scientists in areas such as natural resources, urban planning, or homeland security. May prepare flight plans or sensor configurations for flight trips.
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This source lists 21 tasks, including 9 marked Core and 9 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: 07/2012, 07/2011.
21 tasks shown
Core · Task 16999 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Collect geospatial data, using technologies such as aerial photography, light and radio wave detection systems, digital satellites, or thermal energy systems.
Core · Task 16986 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Verify integrity and accuracy of data contained in remote sensing image analysis systems.
Core · Task 16991 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Integrate remotely sensed data with other geospatial data.
Core · Task 16996 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Consult with remote sensing scientists, surveyors, cartographers, or engineers to determine project needs.
Core · Task 16997 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Adjust remotely sensed images for optimum presentation by using software to select image displays, define image set categories, or choose processing routines.
Core · Task 16998 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Manipulate raw data to enhance interpretation, either on the ground or during remote sensing flights.
Core · Task 16990 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Merge scanned images or build photo mosaics of large areas, using image processing software.
Core · Task 16981 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Participate in the planning or development of mapping projects.
Core · Task 16987 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Prepare documentation or presentations, including charts, photos, or graphs.
Supplemental · Task 16994 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Correct raw data for errors due to factors such as skew or atmospheric variation.
Supplemental · Task 16995 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Calibrate data collection equipment.
Supplemental · Task 16993 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Develop or maintain geospatial information databases.
Supplemental · Task 16989 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Monitor raw data quality during collection, and make equipment corrections as necessary.
Supplemental · Task 16982 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Maintain records of survey data.
Supplemental · Task 16992 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
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.
Supplemental · Task 16985 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Collect verification data on the ground, using equipment such as global positioning receivers, digital cameras, or notebook computers.
Supplemental · Task 16983 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Document methods used and write technical reports containing information collected.
Supplemental · Task 16984 · 07/2012 · Incumbent
Develop specialized computer software routines to customize and integrate image analysis.
Unspecified · Task 19804 · 07/2011 · Analyst
Collaborate with agricultural workers to apply remote sensing information to efforts to reduce negative environmental impacts of farming practices.
Unspecified · Task 19805 · 07/2011 · Analyst
Collect remote sensing data for forest or carbon tracking activities involved in assessing the impact of environmental change.
Unspecified · Task 19806 · 07/2011 · Analyst
Provide remote sensing data for use in addressing environmental issues, such as surface water modeling or dust cloud detection.
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