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Automation Risk Analysis

Will “Wind Tunnel Mechanic” be Automated?

Historical Context: Oxford Study (2013)

Ranked #290 of 702. Estimated risk: 48.0%

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AI Exposure Risk

46%

“Wind Tunnel Mechanic” will probably not be replaced by AI.

Based on the cognitive demands, communication requirements, and logical reasoning intrinsic to this occupation according to O*NET data, we project a 46% probability of disruption by generative AI and Large Language Models.

Automation & Robot Risk

46%

“Wind Tunnel Mechanic” will probably not be replaced by robots.

Evaluating the physical dexterity, repetitive motion tasks, and manual labor associated with this role, our analysis indicates a 46% likelihood of substitution by advanced robotics systems.

Personal & Financial Insights

Every occupation has a unique profile. For Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians, the Bureau of Labor Statistics and O*NET classify the day-to-day work broadly as: 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.

Avg. Annual Salary $86,330
Avg. Hourly Wage $41.50
Available Jobs (US) 9,060
Job Title & Hierarchy Code (SOC) Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians #17-3021
Wage vs. National Median
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Data is based on the reference occupation: “Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians”

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Core Skills & Abilities

  • Record and interpret test data on parts, assemblies, and mechanisms.

  • Test aircraft systems under simulated operational conditions, performing systems readiness tests and pre- and post-operational checkouts, to establish design or fabrication parameters.

  • Adjust, repair, or replace faulty components of test setups and equipment.

  • Design electrical and mechanical systems for avionic instrumentation applications.

  • Identify required data, data acquisition plans, and test parameters, setting up equipment to conform to these specifications.

  • Construct and maintain test facilities for aircraft parts and systems, according to specifications.

  • Inspect, diagnose, maintain, and operate test setups and equipment to detect malfunctions.

  • Fabricate and install parts and systems to be tested in test equipment, using hand tools, power tools, and test instruments.

  • Finish vehicle instrumentation and deinstrumentation.

  • 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.

Technologies & Software

  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Perplexity AI
  • Hewlett Packard LoadRunner
  • Computer aided design CAD software
  • Atlassian JIRA
  • Job control language JCL
  • Microsoft Project
  • JavaScript
  • Python
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Customer information control system CICS
  • Debugging software
  • AutoCAD AI
  • Inventory software
  • Microsoft Office software
  • National Instruments LabVIEW
  • GitHub Copilot
  • Selenium
  • Autodesk AI
  • ChatGPT (OpenAI)
  • JUnit
  • Computerized numerical control CNC software
  • Red Hat Enterprise Linux
  • Gemini Code Assist
  • Bugzilla
  • SAP software
  • Linux
  • Oracle Database
  • Word processing software
  • Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
  • Apache JMeter
  • Graphical user interface GUI design software
  • Structured query language SQL
  • Extensible markup language XML
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • UNIX
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Vibration analysis software
  • Oracle Java
  • Microsoft Word
  • Dassault Systemes CATIA
  • Apache Hadoop
  • C++
  • Microsoft Visio
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Microsoft Access
  • Enterprise resource planning ERP software
  • Microsoft SharePoint
  • ANSYS AI Simulation
  • Data acquisition software
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  • Digital calipers
  • Force transducers
  • Mill files
  • Thickness gauges
  • Forklifts
  • Ball peen hammers
  • Torx drivers
  • Gamma ray testing equipment
  • Body harnesses
  • Infrared inspection equipment
  • Ultrasonic inspection equipment
  • Alignment squares
  • Go/no-go gauges
  • Prick punches
  • Electronic torque testers
  • Personal computers
  • Impact hammers
  • Multi-axis mills
  • Reed and Prince screwdrivers
  • Brazing equipment
  • Power screwdrivers
  • Digital height gauges
  • Terminal computers
  • Vibration tables
  • Hydrasets
  • Eddy current inspection equipment
  • Gyroscopes
  • Taper taps
  • Straight chisels
  • Shielded arc welding tools
  • Dye penetrant inspection equipment
  • Digital force gauges
  • Mallets
  • Gas arc welding equipment
  • Annealing ovens
  • Planer gauges
  • Snap gauges
  • Bubble emission inspection equipment
  • Bench vises
  • Round files
  • Flow meters
  • Aviation snips
  • Soft face hammers
  • Scribers
  • Computerized numerical control CNC lathes
  • Gauge blocks
  • Riveting tools
  • Overhead cranes
  • Vernier calipers
  • Half-round files
  • Skin mills
  • Magnetic particle inspection equipment
  • Dial calipers
  • Drill presses
  • Thermocouples
  • Straightedges
  • Precision files
  • Micrometers
  • Plug taps
  • Welding torches
  • Accelerometers
  • Accelerometer sensors
  • Vibration transducers
  • Steel rules
  • Coordinate measuring machines CMM
  • Drive punches
  • Thread gauges
  • Torque wrenches
  • Fluorescent penetrant inspection equipment
  • Purifying respirators
  • Safety lanyards
  • Spring calipers
  • Shakers
  • Mass spectrometers
  • Theodolites
  • X ray inspection equipment
  • Vibration testers
  • Vertical turret lathes VTL
  • Countersinks
  • Plug gauges
  • Gantry mills
  • Pyrotechnic initiators
  • Flat head screwdrivers
  • Telescoping gauges
  • Lasers
  • Pin punches
  • Layout compasses
  • Voltmeters
  • Shot peening equipment
  • Bore gauges
  • Box end wrenches
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Strain gauge balances
  • Open end wrenches
  • Scaffolding
  • V blocks
  • Paint booths
  • Aligning punches
  • Protractors
  • Soldering irons
  • Pressure gauges
  • Flat files
  • Depth micrometers
  • Combination wrenches
  • Depth gauges
  • Center punches
  • Split dies
  • Hacksaws
  • Bottoming taps
  • Adjustable wrenches
  • Safety wire pliers
  • Socket wrenches
  • Small hole gauges
  • Bleeder wrenches
  • Knife files
  • Digital torque wrenches
  • Dividers
  • Tri-squares
  • Computer numerical controlled CNC milling machines
  • Hook spanner wrenches
  • Telescopes
  • Air-supplying respirators
  • Twist drills
  • Air drills
  • Hand snips
  • Borescopes
  • Vixen files
  • Allen wrenches
  • Brazing hearths
  • Wire crimpers
  • Safety goggles