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Remote Sensing Scientists and Technologists

Median Salary
112,280
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

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.

What sectors do they work in?

Private for profit

50%

Private not for profit

21%

State and local government

18%

Federal Government

9%

Self-employed

2%

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Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$35,160

10%

$112,280

Median

$154,420

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • Bachelor's degree

    60%

  • Master's degree

    20%

  • Post baccalaureate

    16%

  • Associate's degree

    4%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Physical Sciences, Other
  • Marine Sciences
  • Natural Sciences

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Verbal Skills

    High

  • Math and Science Skills

    High

  • Technology Design and Control

    High

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    High

  • Leadership

    Mid

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Geography
  • Mathematics
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Engineering and Technology
  • English Language

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Repetitiveness

    High

  • Level Of Competition

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Responsibility

    Low

  • Decision Making

    Low

  • Physical Activity

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Investigative

You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.