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Electro-Mechanical Technicians - 17-3024.00

O*NET-SOC Description

Operate, test, maintain, or calibrate unmanned, automated, servo-mechanical, or electromechanical equipment. May operate unmanned submarines, aircraft, or other equipment at worksites, such as oil rigs, deep ocean exploration, or hazardous waste removal. May assist engineers in testing and designing robotics equipment.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

  • Electro-Mechanical Technician (E/M Technician)
  • Electronic Technician
  • Test Technician
  • Tester
  • Mechanical Technician
  • Product Test Specialist
  • Electro-Mechanic
  • Electronic Instrument Technician
  • Laboratory Technician
  • Maintenance Technician

SOC Occupation Groups

Related Occupations

Tasks

  • Align, fit, or assemble component parts, using hand or power tools, fixtures, templates, or microscopes.
  • Analyze and record test results, and prepare written testing documentation.
  • Develop, test, or program new robots.
  • Inspect parts for surface defects.
  • Install electrical or electronic parts and hardware in housings or assemblies, using soldering equipment and hand tools.
  • Operate metalworking machines to fabricate housings, jigs, fittings, or fixtures.
  • Operate, test, or maintain robotic equipment used for green production applications, such as waste-to-energy conversion systems, minimization of material waste, or replacement of human operators in dangerous work environments.
  • Read blueprints, schematics, diagrams, or technical orders to determine methods and sequences of assembly.
  • Repair, rework, or calibrate hydraulic or pneumatic assemblies or systems to meet operational specifications or tolerances.
  • Test performance of electromechanical assemblies, using test instruments such as oscilloscopes, electronic voltmeters, or bridges.
  • Train others to install, use, or maintain robots.
  • Verify part dimensions or clearances to ensure conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments.

Detailed Work Activities

  • analyze technical data, designs, or preliminary specifications
  • analyze test data
  • calculate engineering specifications
  • communicate technical information
  • develop plans for programs or projects
  • evaluate engineering data
  • examine engineering documents for completeness or accuracy
  • fabricate, assemble, or disassemble manufactured products by hand
  • inspect facilities or equipment for regulatory compliance
  • install electronic equipment, components, or systems
  • install/connect electrical equipment to power circuit
  • modify electrical or electronic equipment or products
  • operate precision test equipment
  • precision assemble electronic, electrical, or electromechanical equipment
  • prepare technical reports or related documentation
  • read blueprints
  • read manufacturing outlines for electronic products
  • read schematics
  • read technical drawings
  • record test results, test procedures, or inspection data
  • 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
  • understand engineering data or reports
  • understand service or repair manuals
  • understand technical operating, service or repair manuals
  • use combination welding procedures
  • use electrical or electronic test devices or equipment
  • use hand or power tools
  • use knowledge of metric system
  • use oscilloscopes in electronics repair
  • use precision measuring devices in mechanical repair work
  • use precision measuring tools or equipment
  • use scientific research methodology
  • use technical information in manufacturing or industrial activities
  • use technical regulations for engineering problems

Military Crosswalk Titles

  • Armament Repairer (Army - Enlisted)
  • Expeditionary Force - Unmanned Systems (UAV/USV/USG) Maintenance (Navy - Enlisted)
  • Expeditionary Force - Unmanned Systems (UAV/USV/USG) Operator (Navy - Enlisted)
  • External Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Operator (Marine Corps - Enlisted)
  • Fire Control Technician (Navy - Enlisted)
  • Missile Technician (Navy - Enlisted)
  • MQ-8B Air Vehicle Operator (AVO) (Navy - Enlisted)
  • MQ-8B Mission Payload Operator (MPO) (Navy - Enlisted)
  • Planning Series - RQ-21A Operator (Navy - Enlisted)
  • Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Sensor Operator Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Sensor Operator Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Sensor Operator Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Sensor Operator Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Sensor Operator Manager (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Sensor Operator Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
  • Tactical Systems Operator-Trainee (Marine Corps - Enlisted)
  • Tactical Systems Operator/Mission Specialist (Marine Corps - Enlisted)
  • Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Air Vehicle Operator (Marine Corps - Enlisted)
  • Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) External Pilot (Navy - Enlisted)
  • Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Internal Pilot (Navy - Enlisted)
  • Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Operator (Army - Enlisted)
  • Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Payload Operator (Navy - Enlisted)
  • Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Operator (Army - Enlisted)
  • Vertical Takeoff Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Specialist (Marine Corps - Enlisted)

Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

  • Assembler, Electromechanical
  • Electromechanical Technician

DOT Crosswalk Titles

  • Assembler, Electromechanical
  • Electromechanical Technician