Also called: Imagery Analyst
Studies satellite imagery and maps for national security agencies like the NGA or military.
Compares satellite images of a foreign military base over weeks, spots new construction, and writes a brief for policymakers.
Federal/contractor estimate.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
Bachelor's degree (4-year), about 4 years after high school. Bachelor's in geography or GIS; military imagery analyst training; security clearance.
Ways in: 4-year college, Military. Training cost: $15k – $60k.
Majors to look at: Geography, GIS, International Relations.
Growing faster than average (about 5% over 10 years). Estimate.
Medium risk in 5 years, high in 10. AI flags new construction and vehicles in imagery at scale; fewer analysts confirm findings and write the judgment.
Classes: AP Human Geography, AP World History, AP Computer Science.
Official data: O*NET occupation 19-2099.
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