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Electronics Engineering Technicians

SOC 17-3023.01

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.

Green Occupation Zone 3 Architecture and Engineering

Skills

Knowledge

Job Zone

Yes

Green

Top Skills 8

Reading Comprehension

3.8

Critical Thinking

3.4

Complex Problem Solving

3.4

Active Listening

3.2

Speaking

3.2

Monitoring

3.2

Troubleshooting

3.2

Writing

3.1

Knowledge Areas 8

Engineering and Technology

4.4

Computers and Electronics

4.1

Design

3.3

Customer and Personal Service

3.3

Mechanical

3.2

Production and Processing

3.1

Mathematics

3.1

English Language

3.0

Key Tasks

1Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.

2Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.

3Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.

4Adjust or replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry or electronics components, using hand tools or soldering iron.

5Assemble, test, or maintain circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.

Also Known As

Automation Technician Calibration and Instrumentation Technician Calibration Laboratory Technician Calibration Technician Cellular Phone Repairer (Cell Phone Repairer) Certified Control Systems Technician CNC Programmer (Computer Numerical Control Programmer) Computer Engineering Technician Controls Technician Developmental Electronics Assembler