| Job Title : |
Topographic analyst |
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| Job Reference : |
usang |
| Location : |
United States |
| Posted on : |
Wed May 07, 2008 |
| Job category: |
National Guard, Intelligence, Enlisted |
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| Job Description |
The National Guard topographic analyst is vital for providing accurate information regarding the battlefield. This specialist uses geospatial information (remote sensed imagery, digital data and intelligence data) to produce maps, graphics and overlays that help commanders visualize the battlefield and locate targets. Duties include:
· Collecting and providing geospatial data
· Drawing, scribing, digitizing and scanning cultural, topographic, hydrographic and/or other features on overlay/scribing surfaces or in digital formats
· Producing a printable map/product and prints
· Making scale drawings and models
· Analyzing collected military geographic information to produce tactical decision aids.
· Managing data base management Perform digital manipulation of topographic information by querying, viewing, evaluating and downloading digital data.
Training
National Guard training usually is scheduled to accommodate a member’s civilian life, whether it is for the job or school. Each member first attends Initial Entry Training. After basic training, a solider then reports for Advanced Individual Training, which may vary in length depending on your specialty. Training continues for one drill weekend each month and one annual training period, which is usually two weeks in the summer.
Helpful skills
An ideal candidate for a National Guard topographic analyst should:
· Be interested in math, maps and charts, and drafting
· Be able to convert ideas into drawings
· Be able to print and draft neatly
In time, you may achieve an advanced level for a National Guard topographic analyst with additional supervisory and training requirements. |
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