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Job Description

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.

Job Details

The SOC (Standard Occupational Classification) code is 17-3023.01

☝️ Information based on the reference occupation “Electronics Engineering Technicians”.

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Tasks for “Electrical Mechanical Technician”

Maintain working knowledge of state-of-the-art tools or software by reading or attending conferences, workshops, or other training.
Fabricate parts, such as coils, terminal boards, or chassis, using bench lathes, drills, or other machine tools.
Provide customer support and education, working with users to identify needs, determine sources of problems, or to provide information on product use.
Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
Survey satellite receival sites for proper signal level or provide technical assistance in dish location or installation, transporting dishes as necessary.
Assemble, test, or maintain circuitry or electronic components, according to engineering instructions, technical manuals, or knowledge of electronics, using hand or power tools.
Write computer or microprocessor software programs.
Write reports or record data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, or specifications to assist engineers.
Maintain system logs or manuals to document testing or operation of equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance or calibration of equipment or systems.
Adjust or replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry or electronics components, using hand tools or soldering iron.
Develop or upgrade preventative maintenance procedures for components, equipment, parts, or systems.
Research equipment or component needs, sources, competitive prices, delivery times, or ongoing operational costs.
Provide user applications or engineering support or recommendations for new or existing equipment with regard to installation, upgrades, or enhancements.
Build prototypes from rough sketches or plans.
Procure parts and maintain inventory and related documentation.
Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, working with manufacturers or field representatives as necessary to procure replacement parts.
Design basic circuitry and draft sketches for clarification of details and design documentation under engineers' direction, using drafting instruments or computer-aided design (CAD) equipment.
Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.

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Stroboscopes
Anti-static heel grounders
Laser printers
Digital plotters
Bench lathes
Spectrum analyzers
Voltage probes
Brushless direct current DC motors
Adjustable widemouth pliers
Personal computers
Power meters
Impedance meters
Programmable logic controllers PLC
Q meters
Multimeters
Binocular light compound microscopes
Welding goggles
Digital voltmeters DVM
Oscilloscopes
Wrist anti-static straps
Current probes
Dataloggers
Power screwdrivers
Phase shift indicators
Notebook computers
Microprocessors
Wire wrap guns
Frequency counters
Function generators
Power drills
Magnetic pickup tools
Adjustable wrenches
Soldering stations
Desktop computers
Dynamometers
Soldering equipment
Voltage testers
Computerized numerical control CNC machining centers
Ohmmeters
Wattmeters
Dual power supplies
Digital cameras
Potentiometers
Signal measuring equipment
Wire cutters
Phase shifters
Welding hoods
Wire crimpers
Screwdrivers
Transformers
Ammeters

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Microsoft Word
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