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Computer Hardware Engineers

Research, design, develop, or test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. May supervise the manufacturing and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components.

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Parachute skills

  1. Program - Data (4.97)
  2. Use my intuition - Data (4.58)
  3. Solve problems - Data (4.58)
  4. Follow through, get things done - People (4.35)
  5. Pay attention to details - Data (4.28)
  6. Use my brain - Data (4.26)
  7. Consult - People (4.16)
  8. Listen - People (4.13)
  9. Convey warmth and empathy - People (4.07)
  10. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (4.07)
  11. Study, observe - Data (4.05)
  12. Speak - People (4.00)
  13. Communicate well, in person - People (4.00)
  14. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.99)
  15. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.91)
  16. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.75)
  17. Advise - People (3.72)
  18. Research - Data (3.68)
  19. Make, produce, manufacture - Things (3.68)
  20. Plan - Data (3.68)
  21. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (3.68)
  22. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (3.68)
  23. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (3.60)
  24. Work with numbers, compute - Data (3.60)
  25. Develop, improve - Data (3.52)
  26. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.50)
  27. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.50)
  28. Organize, classify - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Speaking (4.00)
  2. Reading Comprehension (3.88)
  3. Active Listening (3.88)
  4. Critical Thinking (3.75)
  5. Active Learning (3.62)
  6. Complex Problem Solving (3.62)
  7. Writing (3.50)
  8. Judgment and Decision Making (3.50)
  1. Oral Comprehension (4.13)
  2. Written Comprehension (4.00)
  3. Oral Expression (4.00)
  4. Problem Sensitivity (4.00)
  5. Deductive Reasoning (4.00)
  6. Inductive Reasoning (4.00)
  7. Written Expression (3.75)
  8. Speech Clarity (3.75)
  9. Speech Recognition (3.63)
  10. Information Ordering (3.50)
  11. Near Vision (3.50)
  1. Persistence (4.35)
  2. Attention to Detail (4.28)
  3. Initiative (4.27)
  4. Analytical Thinking (4.26)
  5. Cooperation (4.15)
  6. Integrity (4.12)
  7. Concern for Others (4.07)
  8. Independence (4.06)
  9. Innovation (3.99)
  10. Stress Tolerance (3.96)
  11. Self Control (3.93)
  12. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.93)
  13. Dependability (3.93)
  14. Leadership (3.91)
  15. Achievement/Effort (3.85)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Interacting With Computers (4.97)
  2. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.58)
  3. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.16)
  4. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.10)
  5. Getting Information (4.05)
  6. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (3.72)
  7. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (3.68)
  8. Analyzing Data or Information (3.60)
  9. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.54)
  10. Processing Information (3.52)
  1. Develop Or Maintain Databases (4.97)
  2. Test Computer Programs Or Systems (4.97)
  3. Use Relational Database Software (4.97)
  4. Use Spreadsheet Software (4.97)
  5. Use Computer Programming Language (4.97)
  6. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (4.97)
  7. Use Computer Aided Drafting Or Design Software For Design, Drafting, Modeling, Or Other Engineering Tasks (4.97)
  8. Use Computer Graphics Design Software (4.97)
  9. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.97)
  10. Use Intuitive Judgment For Engineering Analyses (4.58)
  11. Resolve Engineering Or Science Problems (4.58)
  12. Consult With Managerial Or Supervisory Personnel (4.16)
  13. Confer With Research Personnel (4.16)
  14. Confer With Engineering, Technical Or Manufacturing Personnel (4.16)
  15. Understand Detailed Electronic Design Specifications (4.10)
  16. Understand Engineering Data Or Reports (4.10)
  17. Read Schematics (4.05)
  18. Read Technical Drawings (4.05)
  19. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (4.05)
  20. Read Blueprints (4.05)
  21. Read Manufacturing Outlines For Electronic Products (4.05)
  22. Advise Clients Or Customers (3.72)
  23. Recommend Purchase, Repair, Or Modification Of Equipment (3.72)
  24. Advise Clients Regarding Engineering Problems (3.72)
  25. Provide Technical Support To Computer Users (3.72)
  26. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (3.68)
  27. Use Knowledge Of Mainframe Computers (3.68)
  28. Use Project Management Techniques (3.68)
  29. Use Research Methodology Procedures Within Manufacturing Or Commerce (3.68)
  30. Use Quantitative Research Methods (3.68)
  31. Use Scientific Research Methodology (3.68)
  32. Follow Manufacturing Methods Or Techniques (3.68)
  33. Follow Safe Waste Disposal Procedures (3.68)
  34. Use Computer Networking Technology (3.68)
  35. Use Technical Information In Manufacturing Or Industrial Activities (3.68)
  36. Follow Data Security Procedures (3.68)
  37. Use Technical Regulations For Engineering Problems (3.68)
  38. Follow Data Storage Procedures (3.68)
  39. Use Robotics Systems Technology (3.68)
  40. Use Drafting Or Mechanical Drawing Techniques (3.68)
  41. Follow Statistical Process Control Procedures (3.68)
  42. Use Government Regulations (3.68)
  43. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (3.68)
  44. Use Hazardous Materials Information (3.68)
  45. Use Long Or Short Term Production Planning Techniques (3.68)
  46. Evaluate Engineering Data (3.60)
  47. Evaluate Manufacturing Or Processing Systems (3.60)
  48. Evaluate Prototype Computer Software Systems (3.60)
  49. Analyze Technical Data, Designs, Or Preliminary Specifications (3.60)
  50. Analyze Engineering Design Problems (3.60)
  51. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (3.60)
  52. Analyze Project Proposal To Determine Feasibility, Cost, Or Time (3.60)
  53. Analyze Engineering Problems In Electronics Manufacturing (3.60)
  54. Analyze Test Data (3.60)
  55. Provide Analytical Assessment Of Engineering Data (3.60)
  56. Analyze Engineering Test Data (3.60)
  57. Evaluate Computer System User Requests Or Requirements (3.60)
  58. Evaluate Costs Of Engineering Projects (3.60)
  59. Plan Testing Of Engineering Methods (3.54)
  60. Develop Tables Depicting Data (3.52)
  61. Compile Numerical Or Statistical Data (3.52)
  62. Compute Production, Construction, Or Installation Specifications (3.52)