Geospatial Intelligence

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  • Required Test Average Duration: 6.6
  • Desinnation Designation: 1N1X1
  • Number Employed Number Employed: 2,130
  • Category Category: Intelligence
  • Age Average Age: 28
Some of our most critical intelligence comes from keen eyes spotting miniscule details in aerial imagery. Responsible for analyzing imagery from satellites, remotely piloted vehicles and other sources, Geospatial Intelligence specialists discern what is normal and what could be a threat. These highly trained experts perform a wide array of intelligence activities that include exploitation, development and distribution of multi-sensor geospatial intelligence products to support the needs of any of our missions.
Category Requirements
Age17-42
Citizenship RequiredCitizen or Green Card
Minimum Duration4 years
High School DiplomaStrongly preferred
GED AcceptedRare
Minimum ASVAB (AFQT)~36
Waivers AvailableModerate
Drug History WaiversRare
Tattoo PolicyStricter
Face/Neck TattoosNo
Hand TattoosLimited
Height Requirement~58–80 in
Weight StandardsYes
Medical Exam (MEPS)Required
Vision StandardsStricter
Security Clearance JobsMany
Physical Fitness TestAF PT Test
Basic Training Length~7.5 weeks
Basic Training DifficultyMedium
Deployment FrequencyMedium
Combat Job AvailabilityLow
Technical JobsHigh
Overseas BasesMany
Signing BonusesModerate
Women in Combat RolesYes
Job Selection ProcessList preferences
Promotion SpeedMedium
Branch CultureTechnical/Quality of Life
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