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Geospatial Imaging Specialists
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Geospatial Imaging Specialists
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What do Geospatial Imaging Specialists do in the Military?
Where do Geospatial Imaging Specialists work?
Geospatial imaging specialists usually work in office facilities. They may work in facilities in field camps or aboard ships.
How much do they make?
Median Military Salary
This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
This is the median, or the midpoint, of the salary range for this career.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
$77,432
Military Salary Range
This is the range based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
This is the range based on years of service, degree level, special pays, family status and location.
Note that the median salary does not include bonuses, special pays, health or dental benefits — which are a standard part of military compensation.
$23,673 - $320,663
How Military Pay is More Than Just a Salary
Base pay is the standard income you'll earn as a service member, providing a stable foundation to start achieving your financial goals.
- Set based on rank and years of service.
- Paid every month.
Allowances are additional payments to help cover living expenses like housing and food.
- Tax-free payments.
- Varies by location and family status.
Special pay provides extra compensation for unique skills, hazardous duties, or challenging assignments.
- Based on specialized roles.
- Varies by position and duty.
What training do Geospatial Imaging Specialists gain in the Military?
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training. Job training for geospatial imaging specialists consists of classroom and on-the-job instruction, including practice in using sophisticated imagery collection equipment. Training content may include:
- Imagery collection, interpretation, and exploitation techniques
- Collecting, analyzing, and evaluating geospatial, geographic, and remote sensed data
- Preparing maps, charts, and intelligence reports
- Using computer systems and imagery exploitation software
- Analyzing fixed/moving target indicators, geospatial data, and overhead/aerial images
- Using geospatial imagery to aid in targeting process
Military Training for Enlisted Service members
All enlisted service members complete basic military training, which includes time spent in a classroom and in the field, and covers tactical and survival skills, physical training, military life and customs, and weapons training.
What skills help Geospatial Imaging Specialists succeed?
- Interest in computers
- Interest in earth science
- Strong critical thinking skills