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Human Factors Engineers and Ergonomists

Design objects, facilities, and environments to optimize human well-being and overall system performance, applying theory, principles, and data regarding the relationship between humans and respective technology. Investigate and analyze characteristics of human behavior and performance as it relates to the use of technology.

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Parachute skills

  1. Use my brain - Data (4.79)
  2. Pay attention to details - Data (4.54)
  3. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (4.45)
  4. Imagine - Data (4.45)
  5. Follow through, get things done - People (4.17)
  6. Create, innovate, invent - Data (4.04)
  7. Solve problems - Data (4.00)
  8. Use my intuition - Data (3.88)
  9. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.88)
  10. Listen - People (3.88)
  11. Speak - People (3.88)
  12. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.88)
  13. Organize, classify - Data (3.88)
  14. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (3.74)
  15. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.67)
  16. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.67)
  17. Communicate well, in person - People (3.62)
  18. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (3.54)
  19. Assess, evaluate, treat - People (3.50)
  20. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.50)
  21. Systematize, prioritize - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Critical Thinking (4.12)
  2. Complex Problem Solving (4.00)
  3. Reading Comprehension (3.88)
  4. Active Listening (3.88)
  5. Speaking (3.88)
  6. Writing (3.62)
  7. Social Perceptiveness (3.62)
  8. Judgment and Decision Making (3.62)
  9. Systems Evaluation (3.50)
  1. Written Comprehension (4.00)
  2. Deductive Reasoning (4.00)
  3. Inductive Reasoning (4.00)
  4. Written Expression (3.88)
  5. Problem Sensitivity (3.88)
  6. Information Ordering (3.88)
  7. Oral Comprehension (3.75)
  8. Speech Recognition (3.75)
  9. Oral Expression (3.62)
  10. Speech Clarity (3.62)
  11. Fluency of Ideas (3.50)
  12. Near Vision (3.50)
  1. Analytical Thinking (4.79)
  2. Attention to Detail (4.54)
  3. Integrity (4.54)
  4. Initiative (4.21)
  5. Persistence (4.17)
  6. Dependability (4.13)
  7. Adaptability/Flexibility (4.12)
  8. Achievement/Effort (4.04)
  9. Cooperation (4.04)
  10. Innovation (4.04)
  11. Self Control (3.79)
  12. Independence (3.75)
  13. Leadership (3.74)
  14. Concern for Others (3.67)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Getting Information (4.54)
  2. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.50)
  3. Thinking Creatively (4.45)
  4. Analyzing Data or Information (4.42)
  5. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.38)
  6. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.29)
  7. Interacting With Computers (4.26)
  8. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (4.21)
  9. Processing Information (4.17)
  10. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (4.04)
  11. Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (4.00)
  12. Provide Consultation and Advice to Others (3.92)
  13. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (3.92)
  14. Documenting/Recording Information (3.75)
  15. Training and Teaching Others (3.54)
  16. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.50)
  17. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (3.50)
  1. There are currently no detailed activities.