Remote sensing technician, Kaihangarau raraunga mai tawhiti
Also known as
- Magnetic testing technician, geospatial technician, geospatial research assistant
Remote sensing technicians help scientists by collecting remotely gathered data and images and reporting on findings.
Your pay could be
$50K
Lower
$55K to $69K
Most common
$76K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Remote sensing technicians
- usually work regular business hours but may work evenings or weekends
- usually work in offices or outside and may travel locally and nationally
- need to be methodical, accurate and practical
Tasks
- help scientists collect remote data and images
- use remote, laboratory and field equipment
- adjust equipment so it works correctly
- analyse geological and geographical data
- develop computer programs to study the Earth
- create maps and images
- build scientific databases
- prepare reports and presentations
Practical
Investigative
Organised
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually need a qualification to become a remote sensing technician and experience may be useful.
You need
- a driver licence
You may need
- a bachelor's degree in geology, geophysics and geochemistry or similar area
- experience in similar work
If you’re in school
You usually need University Entrance to do the study or training for this job.
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