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Operate, install, calibrate, and maintain integrated computer/communications systems, consoles, simulators, and other data acquisition, test, and measurement instruments and equipment, which are used to launch, track, position, and evaluate air and space vehicles. May record and interpret test data. |
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Technology used in this occupation: |
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Data base management system software |
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Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and operate test setups and equipment to detect malfunctions. |
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Record and interpret test data on parts, assemblies, and mechanisms. |
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Confer with engineering personnel regarding details and implications of test procedures and results. |
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Adjust, repair or replace faulty components of test setups and equipment. |
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Identify required data, data acquisition plans and test parameters, setting up equipment to conform to these specifications. |
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Construct and maintain test facilities for aircraft parts and systems, according to specifications. |
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Operate and calibrate computer systems and devices to comply with test requirements and to perform data acquisition and analysis. |
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Test aircraft systems under simulated operational conditions, performing systems readiness tests and pre- and post-operational checkouts, to establish design or fabrication parameters. |
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Fabricate and install parts and systems to be tested in test equipment, using hand tools, power tools, and test instruments. |
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Finish vehicle instrumentation and deinstrumentation. |
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Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. |
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Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. |
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Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively. |
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Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. |
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Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. |
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Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. |
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Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. |
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Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. |
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Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one. |
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Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others. |
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Engineering and Technology - Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services. |
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Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. |
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Computers and Electronics - Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming. |
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Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. |
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Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. |
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Design - Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. |
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English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. |
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Production and Processing - Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. |
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Public Safety and Security - Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. |
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Law and Government - Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, agency rules, and the democratic political process. |
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(Please note that some searches may not produce any results.) |
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Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
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A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
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Statewide |
$72,588.00 |
$34.90 |
$27.09 |
$31.56 - $38.00 |
Hartford |
$72,444.00 |
$34.83 |
$27.56 |
$31.56 - $37.91 |
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Employment in this occupation is expected to grow more slowly than average, and the number of annual openings will offer limited job opportunities. |
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