Part IV: Descriptions of the 50 Best Jobs for Each Personality Type ___
Lay out, build, test, troubleshoot, repair, and
modify developmental and production electronic
components, parts, equipment, and systems, such
as computer equipment, missile control instru-
mentation, electron tubes, test equipment, and
machine tool numerical controls, applying prin-
ciples and theories of electronics, electrical cir-
cuitry, engineering mathematics, electronic and
electrical testing, and physics. Usually work
under direction of engineering staff. Read blue-
prints, 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 per-
formance and determine need for adjustment. Per-
form preventative maintenance and calibration of
equipment and systems. Assemble, test, and maintain
circuitry or electronic components according to engi-
neering instructions, technical manuals, and knowl-
edge of electronics, using hand and power tools.
Adjust and replace defective or improperly function-
ing circuitry and electronics components, using hand
tools and soldering iron. Write reports and record
data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment,
and specifi cations to assist engineers. Identify and
resolve equipment malfunctions, working with man-
ufacturers and fi eld representatives as necessary to
procure replacement parts. Provide user applications
and engineering support and recommendations for
new and existing equipment with regard to installa-
tion, upgrades, and enhancement. Maintain system
logs and manuals to document testing and operation
of equipment. Provide customer support and educa-
tion, working with users to identify needs, determine
sources of problems, and provide information on
product use. Maintain working knowledge of state-
of-the-art tools or software by reading or by attend-
ing conferences, workshops, or other training. Build
prototypes from rough sketches or plans. Design
basic circuitry and draft sketches for clarifi cation 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 oper-
ational costs. Write computer or microprocessor soft-
ware programs. Fabricate parts such as coils, terminal
boards, and chassis, using bench lathes, drills, or
other machine tools. Develop and upgrade preventa-
tive maintenance procedures for components, equip-
ment, parts, and systems.
GOE—Interest Area/Cluster: 15. S c i e nt i fi c
Research, Engineering, and Mathematics. Work
Group: 15. 0 9. E n g i n e e r i n g Te c h n o l o g y. Other
Jobs in! is Work Group: Aerospace Engineer-
ing and Operations Technicians; Cartographers
and Photogrammetrists; Civil Engineering Techni-
cians; Electrical and Electronic Engineering Techni-
cians; Electrical and Electronics Drafters; Electrical
Drafters; Electrical Engineering Technicians; Elec-
tro-Mechanical Technicians; Electronic Drafters;
Environmental Engineering Technicians; Mapping
Te c h n i c i a n s ; M e c h a n i c a l D r a f t e r s ; M e c h a n i c a l E n g i -
neering Technicians; Surveying and Mapping Tech-
nicians; Surveying Technicians.
Skills: Repairing; Troubleshooting; Operation Mon-
itoring; Equipment Maintenance; Systems Analysis;
Quality Control Analysis; Systems Evaluation; Oper-
ation and Control.
Education and Training Programs: Electrical, Elec-
tronic, and Communications Engineering Technol-
ogy/Technician; Telecommunications Technology/
Te c h n i c i a n ; E l e c t r i c a l a n d E l e c t r o n i c E n g i n e e r i n g
Te c h n o l o g i e s / Te c h n i c i a n s , O t h e r ; C o m p u t e r E n g i -
neering Technology/Technician. Related Knowl-
edge/Courses: Te l e c o m mu n i c a t i o n s ; E n g i n e e r i n g
and Technology; Design; Mechanical Devices; Com-
puters and Electronics; Physics.
Work Env ironment : Indoors; contaminants; haz-
ardous conditions; hazardous equipment; sitting;
using hands on objects, tools, or controls.Fire Fighters
See Forest Fire Fighters (a Realistic job) and Municipal
Fire Fighters (a Realistic job), described separately.