THIS JOB REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY

Overview

Geospatial Engineers are responsible for using geographic data that support military/civilian operations for disaster relief and homeland security. They collect, analyze, and distribute geospatial information to represent the terrain and its possible effects.

Job Duties

Extract geographic data from satellite imagery, aerial photography, and field reconnaissance.
Create geographic data and compile them into maps.
Help commanders visualize the battlefield.
Create and maintain multiple geospatial databases.
Prepare military-style briefs covering all aspects of the terrain.

Training

Job training for a Geospatial Engineer requires 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 18 weeks of Advanced Individual Training. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field with on-the-job instructions, including instruction for geographic information systems.

Advanced Individual Training: 18 weeks at Fort Leonard Wood, MO

Some Of The Skills You’ll Learn

Basic knowledge of geographic information systems
Geographic analysis
Imagery interpretation and exploitation

Future Civilian Careers

The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career as an engineer with the government or in the private sector.

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Active/Reserve

U.S. Army SLO, California

SFC Hernandez, David

Call or Text (702)-469-9020

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