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Career: Electronics Engineering Technicians
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.
Job Tasks
Importance %age |
Task Description |
93
|
Adjust and replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry and electronics components, using hand tools and soldering iron. |
91
|
Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment. |
87
|
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, and engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components. |
87
|
Provide user applications and engineering support and recommendations for new and existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades and enhancement. |
83
|
Perform preventative maintenance and calibration of equipment and systems. |
83
|
Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the-art tools or software by reading or attending conferences, workshops or other training. |
79
|
Assemble, test, and maintain circuitry or electronic components according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, and knowledge of electronics, using hand and power tools. |
78
|
Maintain system logs and manuals to document testing and operation of equipment. |
76
|
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers and field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts. |
74
|
Write reports and record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, and specifications to assist engineers. |
68
|
Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems and to provide information on product use. |
63
|
Build prototypes from rough sketches or plans. |
60
|
Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation. |
60
|
Research equipment and component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times and ongoing operational costs. |
53
|
Develop and upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for components, equipment, parts and systems. |
50
|
Fabricate parts, such as coils, terminal boards, and chassis, using bench lathes, drills, or other machine tools. |
48
|
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. |
33
|
Write computer or microprocessor software programs. |
21
|
Survey satellite receival sites for proper signal level and provide technical assistance in dish location and installation, transporting dishes as necessary. |
Work Activities
Importance %age |
Activity Description |
75
|
Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment
|
72
|
Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge
|
64
|
Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships
|
63
|
Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work
|
58
|
Interacting With Computers
|
56
|
Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
|
56
|
Handling and Moving Objects
|
55
|
Documenting/Recording Information
|
54
|
Thinking Creatively
|
54
|
Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment
|
54
|
Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
|
53
|
Controlling Machines and Processes
|
50
|
Making Decisions and Solving Problems
|
48
|
Training and Teaching Others
|
47
|
Getting Information
|
46
|
Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
|
46
|
Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
|
44
|
Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material
|
44
|
Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others
|
42
|
Processing Information
|
42
|
Analyzing Data or Information
|
41
|
Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others
|
41
|
Coaching and Developing Others
|
39
|
Provide Consultation and Advice to Others
|
39
|
Communicating with Persons Outside Organization
|
37
|
Performing General Physical Activities
|
36
|
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards
|
36
|
Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People
|
34
|
Performing Administrative Activities
|
31
|
Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information
|
30
|
Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates
|
29
|
Scheduling Work and Activities
|
28
|
Developing and Building Teams
|
26
|
Monitoring and Controlling Resources
|
23
|
Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others
|
23
|
Developing Objectives and Strategies
|
21
|
Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
|
21
|
Assisting and Caring for Others
|
16
|
Selling or Influencing Others
|
11
|
Performing for or Working Directly with the Public
|
8
|
Staffing Organizational Units
|