ONET Occupations » 19-2011.00

Astronomers

Observe, research, and interpret astronomical phenomena to increase basic knowledge or apply such information to practical problems.

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Parachute skills

  1. Program - Data (4.94)
  2. Study, observe - Data (4.88)
  3. Analyze, break down into its parts - Data (4.85)
  4. Use my brain - Data (4.85)
  5. Research - Data (4.85)
  6. Work with numbers, compute - Data (4.79)
  7. Develop, improve - Data (4.79)
  8. Imagine - Data (4.79)
  9. Design, use artistic abilities, be original - Data (4.79)
  10. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.79)
  11. Follow through, get things done - People (4.58)
  12. Create, innovate, invent - Data (4.48)
  13. Solve problems - Data (4.48)
  14. Supervise, manage - People (4.48)
  15. Communicate well, in writing - People (4.24)
  16. Pay attention to details - Data (4.12)
  17. Teach, tutor, or train (individuals, groups, animals) - People (4.03)
  18. Communicate well, in person - People (4.00)
  19. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (4.00)
  20. Listen - People (4.00)
  21. Speak - People (3.88)
  22. Plan - Data (3.81)
  23. Use my intuition - Data (3.75)
  24. Perceive patterns - Data (3.75)
  25. Consult - People (3.67)
  26. Synthesize, combine parts into a whole - Data (3.62)
  27. Organize, classify - Data (3.62)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Science (4.25)
  2. Reading Comprehension (4.12)
  3. Critical Thinking (4.12)
  4. Active Learning (4.12)
  5. Writing (4.00)
  6. Mathematics (4.00)
  7. Active Listening (3.88)
  8. Speaking (3.88)
  9. Judgment and Decision Making (3.62)
  1. Deductive Reasoning (4.12)
  2. Inductive Reasoning (4.12)
  3. Mathematical Reasoning (4.12)
  4. Oral Comprehension (4.00)
  5. Written Comprehension (4.00)
  6. Oral Expression (4.00)
  7. Written Expression (4.00)
  8. Near Vision (4.00)
  9. Number Facility (3.88)
  10. Problem Sensitivity (3.75)
  11. Flexibility of Closure (3.75)
  12. Originality (3.62)
  13. Information Ordering (3.62)
  14. Selective Attention (3.50)
  15. Far Vision (3.50)
  16. Speech Clarity (3.50)
  1. Analytical Thinking (4.85)
  2. Initiative (4.61)
  3. Persistence (4.58)
  4. Achievement/Effort (4.55)
  5. Innovation (4.48)
  6. Independence (4.45)
  7. Integrity (4.33)
  8. Attention to Detail (4.12)
  9. Dependability (3.55)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Interacting With Computers (4.94)
  2. Getting Information (4.88)
  3. Analyzing Data or Information (4.85)
  4. Thinking Creatively (4.79)
  5. Processing Information (4.73)
  6. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.58)
  7. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.48)
  8. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (4.30)
  9. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (4.24)
  10. Documenting/Recording Information (4.09)
  11. Training and Teaching Others (4.03)
  12. Developing Objectives and Strategies (3.81)
  13. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.79)
  14. Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (3.70)
  15. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization (3.67)
  16. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.61)
  1. Use Computers To Enter, Access Or Retrieve Data (4.94)
  2. Develop Or Maintain Databases (4.94)
  3. Use Relational Database Software (4.94)
  4. Use Spreadsheet Software (4.94)
  5. Use Word Processing Or Desktop Publishing Software (4.94)
  6. Collect Scientific Or Technical Data (4.88)
  7. Collect Statistical Data (4.88)
  8. Analyze Scientific Research Data Or Investigative Findings (4.85)
  9. Forecast Or Predict Phenomena Based Upon Research Data (4.85)
  10. Conduct Research On Astronomical Phenomenon (4.85)
  11. Identify Positions Of Celestial Bodies For Navigational Purposes (4.85)
  12. Conduct Research Into The Relationship Between Time Or Space (4.85)
  13. Conduct Field Research Or Investigative Studies (4.85)
  14. Conduct Nuclear Research (4.85)
  15. Perform Statistical Analysis In Physical Science Or Geological Research (4.85)
  16. Develop Scientific Or Mathematical Hypotheses, Theories, Or Laws (4.79)
  17. Design Equipment, Apparatus, Or Instruments For Scientific Research (4.79)
  18. Develop Tables Depicting Data (4.73)
  19. Classify Plants, Animals, Or Other Natural Phenomena (4.73)
  20. Use Scientific Research Methodology (4.58)
  21. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.58)
  22. Use Library Or Online Internet Research Techniques (4.58)
  23. Use Teaching Techniques (4.58)
  24. Use Mathematical Or Statistical Methods To Identify Or Analyze Problems (4.58)
  25. Use Physical Science Research Techniques (4.58)
  26. Use Quantitative Research Methods (4.58)
  27. Resolve Engineering Or Science Problems (4.48)
  28. Make Decisions (4.48)
  29. Write Scholarly Or Technical Research Papers (4.24)
  30. Present Research Papers Or Dissertations On Physical Science Issues (4.24)
  31. Explain Complex Mathematical Information (4.24)
  32. Record Test Results, Test Procedures, Or Inspection Data (4.09)
  33. Write Research Or Project Grant Proposals (3.81)
  34. Develop Plans For Programs Or Projects (3.81)
  35. Plan Scientific Research Or Investigative Studies (3.79)
  36. Make Presentations (3.67)
  37. Communicate Technical Information (3.67)
  38. Confer With Scientists (3.67)
  39. Confer With Research Personnel (3.61)