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.

• Calibration Laboratory Technician
• Electrical-Instrument Repairer
• Electronics Assembler, Developmental
• Electronics Technician
• Instrument Mechanic
• Instrument Mechanic, Weapons System
• Instrument Repairer
• Instrument Technician
• Instrument-Technician Apprentice
• Instrumentation Technician
• Senior Technician, Controls
• Technician, Semiconductor Development
• Tube Rebuilder

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

• analyze engineering test data
• analyze technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications
• analyze test data
• calculate engineering specifications
• calibrate or adjust electronic equipment or instruments to specification
• communicate technical information
• confer with engineering, technical or manufacturing personnel
• confer with vendors
• develop plans for programs or projects
• draw prototypes, plans, or maps to scale
• evaluate engineering data
• examine engineering documents for completeness or accuracy
• fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
• follow manufacturing methods or techniques
• follow statistical process control procedures
• inspect facilities or equipment for regulatory compliance
• inspect manufactured products or materials
• install electronic equipment, components, or systems
• install, maintain, or repair electronics manufacturing equipment
• install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit
• maintain or repair work tools or equipment
• modify electrical or electronic equipment or products
• operate precision test equipment
• prepare technical reports or related documentation
• program computers for electronic engineering applications
• read blueprints
• read manufacturing outlines for electronic products
• read schematics
• read technical drawings
• repair computer controlled manufacturing systems
• repair electronic components, equipment, or systems
• repair or replace electrical wiring, circuits, fixtures, or equipment
• set up and operate variety of machine tools
• solder electrical or electronic connections or components
• test equipment as part of engineering projects or processes
• troubleshoot electronics manufacturing equipment
• understand detailed electronic design specifications
• understand engineering data or reports
• understand service or repair manuals
• understand technical information for electronic repair work
• understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
• use computer aided drafting or design software for design, drafting, modeling, or other engineering tasks
• use computer networking technology
• use drafting or mechanical drawing techniques
• use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment
• use electronic calibration devices
• use hand or power tools
• use hazardous materials information
• use knowledge of laser technology
• use knowledge of metric system
• use machining operations with semiconductor chip forming technology
• use oscilloscopes in electronics repair
• use precision measuring tools or equipment
• use robotics systems technology
• use scientific research methodology
• use technical information in manufacturing or industrial activities
• use technical regulations for engineering problems