Electronics Engineering Technicians

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Job Description: Lay out, build, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify developmental and production electronic components, parts, equipment, and systems, such as computer equipment, missile control instrumentation, electron tubes, test equipment, and machine tool numerical controls, applying principles and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, engineering mathematics, electronic and electrical testing, and physics. Usually work under direction of engineering staff.

Electronics Engineering Technicians spend a lot of their time Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment. They are naturally good at Oral Comprehension, Written Comprehension, Information Ordering, and Oral Expression. Electronics Engineering Technicians are typically characterized as being Realistic and Investigative. They are usually very knowledgable about Computers and Electronics, Engineering and Technology, and Mechanical and are skilled at Reading Comprehension and Critical Thinking.

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Work Activities

Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
  
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
  
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
  
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
  
Interacting With Computers
  
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
  
Handling and Moving Objects
  
Documenting/Recording Information
  
Thinking Creatively
  
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
  
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
  
Controlling Machines and Processes
  
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  
Training and Teaching Others
  
Getting Information
  
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
  
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
  
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
  
Processing Information
  
Analyzing Data or Information
  
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
  
Coaching and Developing Others
  
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
  
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
  
Performing General Physical Activities
  
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
  
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
  
Performing Administrative Activities
  
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
  
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
  
Scheduling Work and Activities
  
Developing and Building Teams
  
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
  
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
  
Developing Objectives and Strategies
  
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
  
Assisting and Caring for Others
  
Selling or Influencing Others
  

Abilities

Oral Comprehension
  
Written Comprehension
  
Information Ordering
  
Oral Expression
  
Written Expression
  
Deductive Reasoning
  
Near Vision
  
Inductive Reasoning
  
Problem Sensitivity
  
Category Flexibility
  
Visualization
  
Finger Dexterity
  
Visual Color Discrimination
  
Arm-Hand Steadiness
  
Speech Clarity
  
Mathematical Reasoning
  
Originality
  
Flexibility of Closure
  
Far Vision
  
Speech Recognition
  
Control Precision
  
Fluency of Ideas
  
Manual Dexterity
  
Selective Attention
  
Number Facility
  
Perceptual Speed
  
Memorization
  
Speed of Closure
  
Auditory Attention
  
Hearing Sensitivity
  
Multilimb Coordination
  
Time Sharing
  
Depth Perception
  
Reaction Time
  
Response Orientation
  
Static Strength
  
Rate Control
  
Wrist-Finger Speed
  

Interests

Realistic
  
Investigative
  
Conventional
  
Enterprising
  
Artistic
  
Social
  

Knowledge

Computers and Electronics
  
Engineering and Technology
  
Mechanical
  
Design
  
Telecommunications
  
Mathematics
  
English Language
  
Customer and Personal Service
  
Production and Processing
  
Physics
  
Education and Training
  
Chemistry
  
Communications and Media
  
Law and Government
  
Clerical
  
Public Safety and Security
  
Transportation
  
Administration and Management
  
Building and Construction
  
Personnel and Human Resources
  
Geography
  
Sales and Marketing
  

Wages

Alaska
$81,340  
 
District of Columbia
$68,670  
 
Nevada
$64,420  
 
Maryland
$62,190  
 
Wyoming
$62,180  
 
Hawaii
$62,180  
 
Kentucky
$60,300  
 
North Dakota
$59,840  
 
California
$59,840  
 
Washington
$59,420  
 
Connecticut
$59,320  
 
Missouri
$59,020  
 
Montana
$58,560  
 
New Mexico
$58,000  
 
Georgia
$57,830  
 
Virginia
$57,430  
 
New Jersey
$57,390  
 
New York
$57,280  
 
Texas
$57,200  
 
Indiana
$57,190  
 
West Virginia
$56,790  
 
Pennsylvania
$55,750  
 
Colorado
$55,740  
 
Oregon
$55,640  
 
Kansas
$55,260  
 
Rhode Island
$55,200  
 
Mississippi
$55,120  
 
Idaho
$55,070  
 
Massachusetts
$54,840  
 
Illinois
$54,790  
 
Utah
$54,480  
 
Minnesota
$53,930  
 
Oklahoma
$53,730  
 
Nebraska
$53,620  
 
Virgin Islands
$53,450  
 
Michigan
$53,090  
 
Ohio
$52,740  
 
South Carolina
$52,640  
 
New Hampshire
$52,630  
 
Wisconsin
$52,460  
 
Florida
$52,460  
 
Alabama
$52,330  
 
North Carolina
$51,980  
 
Tennessee
$51,970  
 
Arizona
$51,400  
 
Louisiana
$51,220  
 
Maine
$51,120  
 
Vermont
$49,580  
 
Arkansas
$49,070  
 
Iowa
$48,200  
 
Delaware
$45,330  
 
Guam
$40,340  
 
South Dakota
$37,490  
 
Puerto Rico
$31,500  
 

Skills

Reading Comprehension
  
Critical Thinking
  
Complex Problem Solving
  
Writing
  
Troubleshooting
  
Coordination
  
Monitoring
  
Speaking
  
Repairing
  
Active Listening
  
Equipment Maintenance
  
Operations Analysis
  
Time Management
  
Mathematics
  
Operation Monitoring
  
Quality Control Analysis
  
Systems Evaluation
  
Systems Analysis
  
Judgment and Decision Making
  
Social Perceptiveness
  
Instructing
  
Active Learning
  
Science
  
Operation and Control
  
Equipment Selection
  
Management of Personnel Resources
  
Service Orientation
  
Persuasion
  
Learning Strategies
  
Negotiation
  
Programming
  
Management of Material Resources
  
Technology Design
  
Management of Financial Resources
  

Work Values

Relationships
  
Support
  
Working Conditions
  
Achievement
  
Independence
  
Recognition
  

Work Styles

Dependability
  
Cooperation
  
Attention to Detail
  
Initiative
  
Integrity
  
Analytical Thinking
  
Adaptability/Flexibility
  
Persistence
  
Independence
  
Innovation
  
Achievement/Effort
  
Self Control
  
Concern for Others
  
Stress Tolerance
  
Leadership
  
Social Orientation
  

Work Context

Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Electronic Mail
  
Telephone
  
Freedom to Make Decisions
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Contact With Others
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  
Structured versus Unstructured Work
  
Spend Time Sitting
  
Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Time Pressure
  
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Deal With External Customers
  
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  
Letters and Memos
  
Physical Proximity
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Level of Competition
  
Consequence of Error
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Spend Time Standing
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Duration of Typical Work Week
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Public Speaking
  
Degree of Automation
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  
Work Schedules
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  

-40 hours-

Duration of Typical Work Week
  

-A lot of freedom-

Freedom to Make Decisions
  
Structured versus Unstructured Work
  

-About half the time-

Spend Time Standing
  
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Spend Time Sitting
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  

-Completely automated-

Degree of Automation
  

-Constant contact with others-

Contact With Others
  

-Contact with others about half the time-

Contact With Others
  

-Contact with others most of the time-

Contact With Others
  

-Continually or almost continually-

Spend Time Sitting
  
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Spend Time Standing
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  

-Every day-

Electronic Mail
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Telephone
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Time Pressure
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
Letters and Memos
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Public Speaking
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  

-Extremely competitive-

Level of Competition
  

-Extremely important-

Work With Work Group or Team
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  
Deal With External Customers
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  

-Extremely serious-

Consequence of Error
  

-Fairly important-

Deal With External Customers
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  

-Fairly serious-

Consequence of Error
  

-High responsibility-

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  

-Highly automated-

Degree of Automation
  

-Highly competitive-

Level of Competition
  

-I don't work near other people (beyond 100 ft.)-

Physical Proximity
  

-I work with others but not closely (e.g., private office)-

Physical Proximity
  

-Important-

Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Deal With External Customers
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  

-Important results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  

-Irregular (changes with weather conditions, production demands, or contract duration)-

Work Schedules
  

-Less than 40 hours-

Duration of Typical Work Week
  

-Less than half the time-

Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Spend Time Standing
  
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  
Spend Time Sitting
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  

-Limited freedom-

Freedom to Make Decisions
  
Structured versus Unstructured Work
  

-Limited responsibility-

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  

-Minor results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  

-Moderate responsibility-

Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  
Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  

-Moderate results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  

-Moderately automated-

Degree of Automation
  

-Moderately close (at arm's length)-

Physical Proximity
  

-Moderately competitive-

Level of Competition
  

-More than 40 hours-

Duration of Typical Work Week
  

-More than half the time-

Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Spend Time Sitting
  
Spend Time Standing
  
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  

-Never-

Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
Spend Time Keeping or Regaining Balance
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Exposed to High Places
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Spend Time Climbing Ladders, Scaffolds, or Poles
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Public Speaking
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Spend Time Kneeling, Crouching, Stooping, or Crawling
  
Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Letters and Memos
  
Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Spend Time Standing
  
Electronic Mail
  
Spend Time Walking and Running
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Telephone
  
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Time Pressure
  
Spend Time Sitting
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls
  

-No contact with others-

Contact With Others
  

-No freedom-

Freedom to Make Decisions
  
Structured versus Unstructured Work
  

-No responsibility-

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  

-No results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  

-Not at all automated-

Degree of Automation
  

-Not at all competitive-

Level of Competition
  

-Not important at all-

Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  
Deal With External Customers
  
Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  

-Not serious at all-

Consequence of Error
  

-Occasional contact with others-

Contact With Others
  

-Once a month or more but not every week-

Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Time Pressure
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Public Speaking
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Letters and Memos
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Electronic Mail
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Telephone
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  

-Once a week or more but not every day-

Letters and Memos
  
Time Pressure
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Telephone
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Public Speaking
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Electronic Mail
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  

-Once a year or more but not every month-

Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets
  
Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings
  
Exposed to Hazardous Conditions
  
Outdoors, Exposed to Weather
  
Public Speaking
  
Frequency of Conflict Situations
  
Outdoors, Under Cover
  
Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People
  
Exposed to Disease or Infections
  
Exposed to Hazardous Equipment
  
Frequency of Decision Making
  
Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable
  
Exposed to High Places
  
Exposed to Contaminants
  
Cramped Work Space, Awkward Positions
  
Letters and Memos
  
In an Open Vehicle or Equipment
  
Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled
  
Exposed to Whole Body Vibration
  
Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  
Very Hot or Cold Temperatures
  
Deal With Physically Aggressive People
  
Wear Specialized Protective or Safety Equipment such as Breathing Apparatus, Safety Harness, Full Protection Suits, or Radiation Protection
  
Telephone
  
Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting
  
Exposed to Radiation
  
Time Pressure
  
In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment
  
Face-to-Face Discussions
  
Electronic Mail
  

-Regular (established routine, set schedule)-

Work Schedules
  

-Seasonal (only during certain times of the year)-

Work Schedules
  

-Serious-

Consequence of Error
  

-Slightly automated-

Degree of Automation
  

-Slightly close (e.g., shared office)-

Physical Proximity
  

-Slightly competitive-

Level of Competition
  

-Some freedom-

Structured versus Unstructured Work
  
Freedom to Make Decisions
  

-Very close (near touching)-

Physical Proximity
  

-Very high responsibility-

Responsible for Others' Health and Safety
  
Responsibility for Outcomes and Results
  

-Very important-

Importance of Repeating Same Tasks
  
Coordinate or Lead Others
  
Work With Work Group or Team
  
Deal With External Customers
  
Importance of Being Exact or Accurate
  
Pace Determined by Speed of Equipment
  

-Very important results-

Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  

-Very little freedom-

Structured versus Unstructured Work
  
Freedom to Make Decisions
  

-Very serious-

Consequence of Error
  

Task Ratings

- Importance Core-

Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
  
Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
  
Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
  
Assemble, test, and maintain circuitry or electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronics, using hand and power tools.
  
Adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components, using hand tools and soldering iron.
  
Write reports and record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, and specifications to assist engineers.
  
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
  
Maintain system logs and manuals to document testing and operation of equipment.
  
Provide user applications and engineering support and recommendations for new and existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades and enhancement.
  
Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems and to provide information on product use.
  
Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the-art tools or software by reading or attending conferences, workshops or other training.
  

- Importance Supplemental-

Build prototypes from rough sketches or plans.
  
Design basic circuitry and draft sketches for clarification of details and design documentation under engineers' direction, using drafting instruments and computer aided design (CAD) equipment.
  
Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.
  
Research equipment and component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times and ongoing operational costs.
  
Write computer or microprocessor software programs.
  
Fabricate parts, such as coils, terminal boards, and chassis, using bench lathes, drills, or other machine tools.
  
Develop and upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for components, equipment, parts and systems.
  
Survey satellite receival sites for proper signal level and provide technical assistance in dish location and installation, transporting dishes as necessary.
  

- Relevance of Task Core-

Adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components, using hand tools and soldering iron.
  
Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
  
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
  
Provide user applications and engineering support and recommendations for new and existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades and enhancement.
  
Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
  
Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the-art tools or software by reading or attending conferences, workshops or other training.
  
Assemble, test, and maintain circuitry or electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronics, using hand and power tools.
  
Maintain system logs and manuals to document testing and operation of equipment.
  
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
  
Write reports and record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, and specifications to assist engineers.
  
Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems and to provide information on product use.
  

- Relevance of Task Supplemental-

Build prototypes from rough sketches or plans.
  
Research equipment and component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times and ongoing operational costs.
  
Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.
  
Develop and upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for components, equipment, parts and systems.
  
Fabricate parts, such as coils, terminal boards, and chassis, using bench lathes, drills, or other machine tools.
  
Design basic circuitry and draft sketches for clarification of details and design documentation under engineers' direction, using drafting instruments and computer aided design (CAD) equipment.
  
Write computer or microprocessor software programs.
  
Survey satellite receival sites for proper signal level and provide technical assistance in dish location and installation, transporting dishes as necessary.
  

-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Assemble, test, and maintain circuitry or electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronics, using hand and power tools.
  
Maintain system logs and manuals to document testing and operation of equipment.
  
Adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components, using hand tools and soldering iron.
  
Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems and to provide information on product use.
  
Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
  
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
  
Provide user applications and engineering support and recommendations for new and existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades and enhancement.
  
Write reports and record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, and specifications to assist engineers.
  
Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
  
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
  
Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the-art tools or software by reading or attending conferences, workshops or other training.
  

-Daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.
  
Research equipment and component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times and ongoing operational costs.
  
Develop and upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for components, equipment, parts and systems.
  
Write computer or microprocessor software programs.
  
Build prototypes from rough sketches or plans.
  
Fabricate parts, such as coils, terminal boards, and chassis, using bench lathes, drills, or other machine tools.
  
Design basic circuitry and draft sketches for clarification of details and design documentation under engineers' direction, using drafting instruments and computer aided design (CAD) equipment.
  

-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
  
Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
  
Adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components, using hand tools and soldering iron.
  
Maintain system logs and manuals to document testing and operation of equipment.
  
Assemble, test, and maintain circuitry or electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronics, using hand and power tools.
  
Write reports and record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, and specifications to assist engineers.
  
Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems and to provide information on product use.
  
Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the-art tools or software by reading or attending conferences, workshops or other training.
  
Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
  
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
  
Provide user applications and engineering support and recommendations for new and existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades and enhancement.
  

-Hourly or more Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Design basic circuitry and draft sketches for clarification of details and design documentation under engineers' direction, using drafting instruments and computer aided design (CAD) equipment.
  
Write computer or microprocessor software programs.
  
Build prototypes from rough sketches or plans.
  
Research equipment and component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times and ongoing operational costs.
  
Develop and upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for components, equipment, parts and systems.
  
Fabricate parts, such as coils, terminal boards, and chassis, using bench lathes, drills, or other machine tools.
  
Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.
  

-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Maintain system logs and manuals to document testing and operation of equipment.
  
Write reports and record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, and specifications to assist engineers.
  
Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
  
Assemble, test, and maintain circuitry or electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronics, using hand and power tools.
  
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
  
Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the-art tools or software by reading or attending conferences, workshops or other training.
  
Adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components, using hand tools and soldering iron.
  
Provide user applications and engineering support and recommendations for new and existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades and enhancement.
  
Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
  
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
  
Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems and to provide information on product use.
  

-More than monthly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Fabricate parts, such as coils, terminal boards, and chassis, using bench lathes, drills, or other machine tools.
  
Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.
  
Write computer or microprocessor software programs.
  
Design basic circuitry and draft sketches for clarification of details and design documentation under engineers' direction, using drafting instruments and computer aided design (CAD) equipment.
  
Develop and upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for components, equipment, parts and systems.
  
Build prototypes from rough sketches or plans.
  
Research equipment and component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times and ongoing operational costs.
  
Survey satellite receival sites for proper signal level and provide technical assistance in dish location and installation, transporting dishes as necessary.
  

-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
  
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
  
Adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components, using hand tools and soldering iron.
  
Provide user applications and engineering support and recommendations for new and existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades and enhancement.
  
Maintain system logs and manuals to document testing and operation of equipment.
  
Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
  
Write reports and record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, and specifications to assist engineers.
  
Assemble, test, and maintain circuitry or electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronics, using hand and power tools.
  
Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems and to provide information on product use.
  
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
  
Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the-art tools or software by reading or attending conferences, workshops or other training.
  

-More than weekly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Research equipment and component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times and ongoing operational costs.
  
Develop and upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for components, equipment, parts and systems.
  
Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.
  
Survey satellite receival sites for proper signal level and provide technical assistance in dish location and installation, transporting dishes as necessary.
  
Build prototypes from rough sketches or plans.
  
Design basic circuitry and draft sketches for clarification of details and design documentation under engineers' direction, using drafting instruments and computer aided design (CAD) equipment.
  
Fabricate parts, such as coils, terminal boards, and chassis, using bench lathes, drills, or other machine tools.
  
Write computer or microprocessor software programs.
  

-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
  
Write reports and record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, and specifications to assist engineers.
  
Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems and to provide information on product use.
  
Provide user applications and engineering support and recommendations for new and existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades and enhancement.
  
Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the-art tools or software by reading or attending conferences, workshops or other training.
  
Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
  
Maintain system logs and manuals to document testing and operation of equipment.
  
Adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components, using hand tools and soldering iron.
  
Assemble, test, and maintain circuitry or electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronics, using hand and power tools.
  
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
  
Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
  

-More than yearly Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Write computer or microprocessor software programs.
  
Build prototypes from rough sketches or plans.
  
Research equipment and component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times and ongoing operational costs.
  
Develop and upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for components, equipment, parts and systems.
  
Design basic circuitry and draft sketches for clarification of details and design documentation under engineers' direction, using drafting instruments and computer aided design (CAD) equipment.
  
Fabricate parts, such as coils, terminal boards, and chassis, using bench lathes, drills, or other machine tools.
  
Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.
  
Survey satellite receival sites for proper signal level and provide technical assistance in dish location and installation, transporting dishes as necessary.
  

-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
  
Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems and to provide information on product use.
  
Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
  
Assemble, test, and maintain circuitry or electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronics, using hand and power tools.
  
Write reports and record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, and specifications to assist engineers.
  
Provide user applications and engineering support and recommendations for new and existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades and enhancement.
  
Maintain system logs and manuals to document testing and operation of equipment.
  
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
  
Adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components, using hand tools and soldering iron.
  
Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
  
Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the-art tools or software by reading or attending conferences, workshops or other training.
  

-Several times daily Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Fabricate parts, such as coils, terminal boards, and chassis, using bench lathes, drills, or other machine tools.
  
Write computer or microprocessor software programs.
  
Research equipment and component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times and ongoing operational costs.
  
Build prototypes from rough sketches or plans.
  
Design basic circuitry and draft sketches for clarification of details and design documentation under engineers' direction, using drafting instruments and computer aided design (CAD) equipment.
  
Develop and upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for components, equipment, parts and systems.
  
Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.
  

-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Core-

Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the-art tools or software by reading or attending conferences, workshops or other training.
  
Adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components, using hand tools and soldering iron.
  
Provide user applications and engineering support and recommendations for new and existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades and enhancement.
  
Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems and to provide information on product use.
  
Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
  
Maintain system logs and manuals to document testing and operation of equipment.
  
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
  
Write reports and record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, and specifications to assist engineers.
  
Assemble, test, and maintain circuitry or electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronics, using hand and power tools.
  
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
  
Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems.
  

-Yearly or less Frequency of Task (Categories 1-7) Supplemental-

Fabricate parts, such as coils, terminal boards, and chassis, using bench lathes, drills, or other machine tools.
  
Design basic circuitry and draft sketches for clarification of details and design documentation under engineers' direction, using drafting instruments and computer aided design (CAD) equipment.
  
Research equipment and component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times and ongoing operational costs.
  
Build prototypes from rough sketches or plans.
  
Develop and upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for components, equipment, parts and systems.
  
Write computer or microprocessor software programs.
  
Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.
  

Education Training Experience

-On-Site or In-Plant Training-

Up to and including 1 month
  
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
  
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
  
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
  
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
  
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
  

-On-the-Job Training-

Anything beyond short demonstration, up to and including 1 month
  
Over 1 month, up to and including 3 months
  
Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
  
Over 6 months, up to and including 1 year
  
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
  

-Related Work Experience-

Over 3 months, up to and including 6 months
  
Over 1 year, up to and including 2 years
  
Over 2 years, up to and including 4 years
  
Over 4 years, up to and including 6 years
  
Over 6 years, up to and including 8 years
  
Over 8 years, up to and including 10 years
  

-Required Level of Education-

High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate)
  
Post-Secondary Certificate - awarded for training completed after high school (for example, in Personnel Services, Engineering-related Technologies, Vocational Home Economics, Construction Trades, Mechanics and Repairers, Precision Production Trades)
  
Associate's Degree (or other 2-year degree)
  
Bachelor's Degree