Salary Breakdown
Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists
Average
$105,560
ANNUAL
$50.75
HOURLY
Entry Level
$61,570
ANNUAL
$29.60
HOURLY
Mid Level
$102,040
ANNUAL
$49.06
HOURLY
Expert Level
$166,880
ANNUAL
$80.23
HOURLY
Supporting Programs
Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists
Projected Jobs
Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists
360
Projected job openings through 2032
Top Expected Tasks
Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists
01
Manage or analyze data obtained from remote sensing systems to obtain meaningful results.
02
Analyze data acquired from aircraft, satellites, or ground-based platforms, using statistical analysis software, image analysis software, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
03
Integrate other geospatial data sources into projects.
04
Organize and maintain geospatial data and associated documentation.
05
Compile and format image data to increase its usefulness.
06
Prepare or deliver reports or presentations of geospatial project information.
07
Discuss project goals, equipment requirements, or methodologies with colleagues or team members.
08
Process aerial or satellite imagery to create products such as land cover maps.
09
Design or implement strategies for collection, analysis, or display of geographic data.
10
Develop or build databases for remote sensing or related geospatial project information.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists
Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.
KNOWLEDGE
Geography
KNOWLEDGE
Computers and Electronics
KNOWLEDGE
Mathematics
KNOWLEDGE
Engineering and Technology
KNOWLEDGE
English Language
SKILL
Critical Thinking
SKILL
Reading Comprehension
SKILL
Active Listening
SKILL
Science
SKILL
Speaking
ABILITY
Deductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Inductive Reasoning
ABILITY
Near Vision
ABILITY
Oral Comprehension
ABILITY
Oral Expression
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