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Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
Operate, install, adjust, 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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- Test aircraft systems under simulated operational conditions, performing systems readiness tests and pre- and post-operational checkouts, to establish design or fabrication parameters.
- Identify required data, data acquisition plans, and test parameters, setting up equipment to conform to these specifications.
- Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and operate test setups and equipment to detect malfunctions.
- Confer with engineering personnel regarding details and implications of test procedures and results.
- Operate and calibrate computer systems and devices to comply with test requirements and to perform data acquisition and analysis.
- Record and interpret test data on parts, assemblies, and mechanisms.
- Adjust, repair, or replace faulty components of test setups and equipment.
- Fabricate and install parts and systems to be tested in test equipment, using hand tools, power tools, and test instruments.
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6.5 / 7
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Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
2019-08
Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
2019-08
Quality Control Analysis
Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
2019-08
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
2019-08
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.
2019-08
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
2019-08
Complex Problem Solving
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
2019-08
Troubleshooting
Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
2019-08
Judgment and Decision Making
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
2019-08
Time Management
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
2019-08
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Source preparation category: Job Zone 3 of 5 · 2019-08. This category describes typical preparation, not your eligibility.
Related study fields
Source crosswalk connections are research leads, not required qualifications.
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, General →
Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician →
Aeronautical/Aerospace Engineering Technology/Technician →
Aerospace Ground Equipment Technology →
Air and Space Operations Technology →
Avionics Maintenance Technology/Technician →
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O*NET-SOC code 17-3021.00 · Database 31.0 · Retrieved Oct 14, 2026. Dates on individual observations describe their source periods.
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