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Conduct research into the application or enhancement of remote sensing technology.
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Direct installation or testing of new remote sensing hardware or software.
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Collect supporting data, such as climatic or field survey data, to corroborate remote sensing data analyses.
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Compile and format image data to increase its usefulness.
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Integrate other geospatial data sources into projects.
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Recommend new remote sensing hardware or software acquisitions.
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Develop or build databases for remote sensing or related geospatial project information.
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Manage or analyze data obtained from remote sensing systems to obtain meaningful results.
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Process aerial or satellite imagery to create products such as land cover maps.
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Analyze data acquired from aircraft, satellites, or ground-based platforms, using statistical analysis software, image analysis software, or Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
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Monitor quality of remote sensing data collection operations to determine if procedural or equipment changes are necessary.
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Design or implement strategies for collection, analysis, or display of geographic data.
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Prepare or deliver reports or presentations of geospatial project information.
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Attend meetings or seminars or read current literature to maintain knowledge of developments in the field of remote sensing.
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Organize and maintain geospatial data and associated documentation.
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Discuss project goals, equipment requirements, or methodologies with colleagues or team members.
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Use remote sensing data for forest or carbon tracking activities to assess the impact of environmental change.
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Direct all activity associated with implementation, operation, or enhancement of remote sensing hardware or software.
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Apply remote sensing data or techniques, such as surface water modeling or dust cloud detection, to address environmental issues.
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Develop automated routines to correct for the presence of image distorting artifacts, such as ground vegetation.
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Train technicians in the use of remote sensing technology.
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Set up or maintain remote sensing data collection systems.
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Participate in fieldwork.
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Develop new analytical techniques or sensor systems.