ONET Occupations » 53-6051.01

Aviation Inspectors

Inspect aircraft, maintenance procedures, air navigational aids, air traffic controls, and communications equipment to ensure conformance with Federal safety regulations.

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Parachute skills

  1. Study, observe - Data (4.72)
  2. Pay attention to details - Data (4.55)
  3. Follow through, get things done - People (4.44)
  4. Research - Data (4.43)
  5. Examine, inspect, compare, see similarities and differences - Data (4.42)
  6. Finish, restore, preserve - Things (4.30)
  7. Cut, carve, chisel - Things (4.30)
  8. Use my brain - Data (4.28)
  9. Operate, drive - Things (4.25)
  10. Repair - Things (4.09)
  11. Initiate, lead, be a pioneer - People (4.03)
  12. Use my intuition - Data (4.00)
  13. Communicate well, in person - People (4.00)
  14. Listen - People (4.00)
  15. Convey warmth and empathy - People (3.92)
  16. Serve, care for, follow instructions faithfully - People (3.92)
  17. Communicate well, in writing - People (3.88)
  18. Speak - People (3.75)
  19. Create, innovate, invent - Data (3.67)
  20. Use acute senses (hearing, smell, taste, sight) - Data (3.63)
  21. Compile, keep records, file, retrieve - Data (3.52)
  22. Solve problems - Data (3.50)

ONET Skills

ONET Abilities

ONET Work Styles
  1. Critical Thinking (4.00)
  2. Active Listening (3.75)
  3. Speaking (3.75)
  4. Operation Monitoring (3.75)
  5. Reading Comprehension (3.62)
  6. Quality Control Analysis (3.62)
  7. Writing (3.50)
  8. Complex Problem Solving (3.50)
  1. Oral Comprehension (4.00)
  2. Written Comprehension (4.00)
  3. Oral Expression (4.00)
  4. Problem Sensitivity (4.00)
  5. Deductive Reasoning (4.00)
  6. Written Expression (3.88)
  7. Inductive Reasoning (3.88)
  8. Speech Recognition (3.75)
  9. Near Vision (3.63)
  10. Speech Clarity (3.50)
  1. Integrity (4.68)
  2. Dependability (4.56)
  3. Attention to Detail (4.55)
  4. Persistence (4.44)
  5. Initiative (4.41)
  6. Analytical Thinking (4.28)
  7. Cooperation (4.26)
  8. Stress Tolerance (4.20)
  9. Achievement/Effort (4.19)
  10. Self Control (4.07)
  11. Leadership (4.03)
  12. Concern for Others (3.92)
  13. Independence (3.89)
  14. Adaptability/Flexibility (3.79)
  15. Innovation (3.67)

Work Activities

Detailed Work Activities
  1. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material (4.72)
  2. Getting Information (4.61)
  3. Documenting/Recording Information (4.50)
  4. Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (4.43)
  5. Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (4.42)
  6. Controlling Machines and Processes (4.30)
  7. Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (4.25)
  8. Making Decisions and Solving Problems (4.15)
  9. Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (4.09)
  10. Analyzing Data or Information (3.97)
  11. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People (3.93)
  12. Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (3.91)
  13. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (3.75)
  14. Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (3.74)
  15. Interacting With Computers (3.69)
  16. Performing General Physical Activities (3.55)
  17. Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (3.53)
  18. Processing Information (3.52)
  19. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (3.50)
  1. Examine Equipment To Detect Disrepair (4.72)
  2. Conduct Performance Testing (4.72)
  3. Inspect Commercial Vehicles (4.72)
  4. Inspect Transportation Equipment For Damage Or Defects (4.72)
  5. Conduct Preflight Or In-Flight Tests Or Checks Of Aircraft Equipment (4.72)
  6. Gather Physical Evidence (4.61)
  7. Record Test Results, Test Procedures, Or Inspection Data (4.50)
  8. Use Government Regulations (4.43)
  9. Use Knowledge Of Investigation Techniques (4.43)
  10. Use Aircraft Safety Regulations (4.43)
  11. Perform Safety Inspections In Transportation Setting (4.42)
  12. Inspect Products Or Systems For Regulatory Compliance (4.42)
  13. Use Hand Or Power Tools (4.30)
  14. Operate Precision Test Equipment (4.30)
  15. Flight Test New Or Altered Aircraft (4.25)
  16. Pilot Aircraft (4.25)
  17. Inspect Machinery Or Equipment To Determine Adjustments Or Repairs Needed (4.09)
  18. Maintain Inspection Tools Or Equipment (4.09)
  19. Examine Vehicle To Detect Malfunctions, Damage, Or Maintenance Needed (4.09)
  20. Evaluate Training Materials (3.93)
  21. Compile Information On Findings From Investigation Of Accidents (3.52)
  22. Verify Investigative Information (3.52)
  23. Monitor Aircraft Operation To Detect Problems (3.50)
  24. Monitor Repairs Or Maintenance To Enforce Standards (3.50)