Geospatial Engineer

Job Overview

As a Geospatial Engineer, you’ll provide invaluable visualization of the land and battlefield in advance of sending troops into unfamiliar terrain. From conditions and effects of terrain and weather on vehicles and troop movements, to points of tactical interest during missions, you’ll examine all aspects of the battlefield before boots ever hit the ground. You’ll extract and analyze geographic data from satellite imagery, photography, and field reconnaissance, then use this data to create different types of maps and databases. You will also use the information you gather to support military and civilian operations for Disaster Relief and Homeland Security.

At A Glance

• Enlisted Soldier: Yes
• Officer: No
• Active Duty: Yes
• Army Reserve: Yes
• Army National Guard: Yes
• Entry Level: Yes

Bonuses Up To

$16,000

Requirements

• Be a U.S. citizen
• 17 to 42 Years Old
• High School Diploma or GED
• Meet Tattoo Guidelines
• No Major Law Violations
• No Medical Concerns

Testing & Certifications

• 54 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available
• 10 weeks of Basic Training
• 20 weeks of Advanced Individual Training
• ASVAB Score: Skilled Technical (ST): 100
• ASVAB Score: General Technical (GT): 100

Skills You'll Learn

• Data Collection & Analysis
• Maps & Geography
• Computer Drafting