[Core] [72% incumbents] Position, align, or adjust workpieces or electrical parts to facilitate wiring or assembly.
  DWAs: Align parts or workpieces to ensure proper assembly.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Explain assembly procedures or techniques to other workers.
  DWAs: Instruct workers to use equipment or perform technical procedures.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Drill or tap holes in specified equipment locations to mount control units or to provide openings for elements, wiring, or instruments.
  DWAs: Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.

[Core] [72% incumbents] Confer with supervisors or engineers to plan or review work activities or to resolve production problems.
  DWAs: Exchange information with colleagues. | Confer with others to resolve production problems or equipment malfunctions.

[Supplemental] [72% incumbents] Distribute materials, supplies, or subassemblies to work areas.
  DWAs: Distribute supplies to workers.

[Supplemental] [72% incumbents] Instruct customers in the installation, repair, or maintenance of products.
  DWAs: Advise others on issues related to repairs, installation, or equipment design.

[Core] [71% incumbents] Fabricate or form parts, coils, or structures according to specifications, using drills, calipers, cutters, or saws.
  DWAs: Assemble electrical or electronic equipment.

[Supplemental] [71% incumbents] Measure and adjust voltages to specified values to determine operational accuracy of instruments.
  DWAs: Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning. | Adjust flow of electricity to tools or production equipment.

[Supplemental] [71% incumbents] Complete, review, or maintain production, time, or component waste reports.
  DWAs: Record operational or production data.

[Supplemental] [71% incumbents] Pack finished assemblies for shipment, and transport them to storage areas, using hoists or handtrucks.
  DWAs: Move products, materials, or equipment between work areas. | Package products for storage or shipment.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Read and interpret schematic drawings, diagrams, blueprints, specifications, work orders, or reports to determine materials requirements or assembly instructions.
  DWAs: Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements. | Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Assemble electrical or electronic systems or support structures and install components, units, subassemblies, wiring, or assembly casings, using rivets, bolts, soldering or micro-welding equipment.
  DWAs: Assemble electrical or electronic equipment. | Solder parts or workpieces. | Operate welding equipment.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Adjust, repair, or replace electrical or electronic components to correct defects and to ensure conformance to specifications.
  DWAs: Assemble electrical or electronic equipment. | Repair parts or assemblies.

[Core] [70% incumbents] Clean parts, using cleaning solutions, air hoses, and cloths.
  DWAs: Clean workpieces or finished products.

[Supplemental] [70% incumbents] Mark and tag components so that stock inventory can be tracked and identified.
  DWAs: Mark products, workpieces, or equipment with identifying information.

[Supplemental] [68% incumbents] Inspect or test wiring installations, assemblies, or circuits for resistance factors or for operation, and record results.
  DWAs: Test electrical equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning. | Record operational or production data.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:2.88) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Active Listening (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Speaking (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Active Learning (imp:2.62 lvl:2.75) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Mathematics (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Learning Strategies (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Production and Processing (imp:2.87 lvl:2.63) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Mechanical (imp:2.63 lvl:3.29) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Design (imp:2.49 lvl:2.73) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  English Language (imp:2.36 lvl:2.29) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Mathematics (imp:2.28 lvl:2.13) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  Computers and Electronics (imp:2.24 lvl:2.13) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Education and Training (imp:2.07 lvl:1.87) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Administration and Management (imp:2.02 lvl:1.47) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Engineering and Technology (imp:1.79 lvl:1.80) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Chemistry (imp:1.72) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Public Safety and Security (imp:1.72 lvl:1.56) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:1.59 lvl:1.20) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Physics (imp:1.56 lvl:1.15) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Transportation (imp:1.43 lvl:0.82) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Administrative (imp:1.41 lvl:0.59) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:1.36) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Building and Construction (imp:1.30) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Telecommunications (imp:1.25) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.24 lvl:0.57) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Law and Government (imp:1.10) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Economics and Accounting (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Sales and Marketing (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Psychology (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Communications and Media (imp:1.07) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.06) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.06) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.01) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Food Production (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Biology (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Geography (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Foreign Language (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Fine Arts (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform
  History and Archeology (imp:1.00) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi

--- ABILITIES ---
  Near Vision (imp:4.00 lvl:3.88) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Finger Dexterity (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.38 lvl:3.62) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Information Ordering (imp:3.25 lvl:3.12) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Visualization (imp:3.12 lvl:3.75) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Control Precision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.38) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Category Flexibility (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Perceptual Speed (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Selective Attention (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Speech Clarity (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Written Expression (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Static Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.62) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.75 lvl:2.50) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Far Vision (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:2.50 lvl:2.75) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Reaction Time (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Depth Perception (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Originality (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Speed of Closure (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Time Sharing (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Rate Control (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.12 lvl:2.00) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Number Facility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Memorization (imp:2.00 lvl:1.50) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Response Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.88 lvl:1.62) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Stamina (imp:1.88 lvl:1.50) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Spatial Orientation (imp:1.50 lvl:0.62) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Sound Localization (imp:1.38 lvl:0.38) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Night Vision (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.12 lvl:0.12) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Getting Information (imp:4.03 lvl:3.40) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:3.82 lvl:3.72) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.81 lvl:3.18) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:3.76 lvl:5.35) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.73 lvl:3.97) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.65 lvl:4.00) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.56 lvl:3.02) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.45 lvl:4.31) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.42 lvl:2.90) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.37 lvl:3.89) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.32 lvl:3.03) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:3.26 lvl:3.71) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.26 lvl:3.24) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.21 lvl:3.19) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.15 lvl:2.90) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.12 lvl:3.32) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.05 lvl:2.48) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:3.03 lvl:3.11) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:3.02 lvl:3.04) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:3.01 lvl:3.06) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.01 lvl:3.07) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.00 lvl:3.33) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Processing Information (imp:2.99 lvl:2.58) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:2.90 lvl:3.31) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:2.88 lvl:2.70) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:2.86 lvl:2.55) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.78 lvl:2.39) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Working with Computers (imp:2.77 lvl:2.53) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Thinking Creatively (imp:2.73 lvl:2.36) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:2.73 lvl:2.38) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.68 lvl:2.24) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:2.59 lvl:2.33) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:2.58 lvl:2.53) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.50 lvl:2.56) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.50 lvl:2.70) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.47 lvl:2.56) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:2.26 lvl:2.42) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:2.23 lvl:1.42) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:2.11 lvl:1.84) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:2.05 lvl:1.80) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.04 lvl:1.73) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.67) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Dependability (imp:2.30) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Dependability (imp:2.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Cautiousness (imp:1.89) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.16) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Attention to Detail (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Perseverance (imp:0.90) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.88) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Integrity (imp:0.87) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Cooperation (imp:0.80) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:0.65) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Self-Control (imp:0.63) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Adaptability (imp:0.62) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence (imp:0.52) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Initiative (imp:0.22) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Sincerity (imp:0.15) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Optimism (imp:0.09) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Innovation () — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Intellectual Curiosity () — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Humility (imp:-0.01) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Empathy (imp:-0.06) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Social Orientation (imp:-0.07) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Innovation (imp:-0.10) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Leadership Orientation (imp:-0.28) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:-0.36) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Operations Monitoring (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.12 lvl:2.62) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Operation and Control (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.88 lvl:2.50) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Time Management (imp:2.88 lvl:2.75) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:2.62 lvl:2.50) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Instructing (imp:2.50 lvl:2.50) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.50 lvl:2.00) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Systems Analysis (imp:2.38 lvl:1.50) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Service Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.38) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.25 lvl:1.50) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.25 lvl:1.50) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Repairing (imp:2.25 lvl:1.75) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Systems Evaluation (imp:2.25 lvl:1.50) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:2.00) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Persuasion (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Negotiation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.88) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Installation (imp:2.12 lvl:1.62) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Technology Design (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Operations Analysis (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.50 lvl:0.50) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Programming (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
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  annual_pct25     : N/A
  annual_pct75     : N/A
  annual_pct90     : N/A
  annual_mean      : N/A
  hourly_median    : N/A

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : N/A
  lowest_state     : N/A
  dispersion_ratio : N/A

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (0 total) ---

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (0 total) ---

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This glossary of electrical and electronics engineering is a list of definitions of terms and concepts related specifically to electrical engineering and electronics engineering. For terms related to engineering in general, see Glossary of engineering.


== A ==

AC adapter
An external power supply for portable devices that allows them to operate from wall-socket electricity.

AC power plugs and sockets
Electrical connectors used with alternating current.

AC power
Electric power where the current reverses direction periodically.

AC-to-DC conversion (rectifier)
Rectification of AC current, so that current flows in only one direction.

AC-to-AC converter
A power converter where the input and output are both in the form of alternating current (AC), but may differ in frequency or other characteristics.

AC/DC receiver design
A radio receiver that can operate from either alternating current or direct current wall socket power.

active rectification
A circuit where rectifier devices are externally controlled to change AC to current flowing in one direction.

actuator
An end device of a control system that manipulates a physical variable such as a valve opening or the position of a machine part.

adaptive control
A control strategy where parameters are adjusted as the controlled process changes.

additive white Gaussian noise
A noise model that is used in telecommunications to model the effects of various random processes.

adjustable-speed drive
Control for a motor that allows more than one speed to be selected.

advanced z-transform
A mathematical technique used to model and analyze digital systems.

affinity laws
Mathematical formulas that relate the speed, flow, and diameter of pumps, fans, blowers, and turbines, useful for predicting output under varying conditions.

agbioeletric
A brand name of a kind of vegetable oil for use in transformers.

AIEE
American Institute of Electrical Engineers, predecessor organization to IEEE.

alpha–beta transformation
A mathematical technique useful in analysis of three-phase circuits.

alternating current (AC)
Electric current that periodically reverses direction and changes its magnitude continuously with time, in contrast to direct current (DC), which flows in only one direction.

alternator
An electrical machine that converts mechanical power into AC electric power.

alternator synchronization
The process of synchronizing an alternator to a grid or to another alternator.

aluminium smelting
The reduction of aluminium ore to metal, by use of large amounts of electric power.

ammeter
An instrument that measures electric current.

amorphous metal transformer
A power transformer where the metallic core is made of metals cooled so quickly that they do not form a crystal structure; such transformers can reduce some kinds of energy loss.

ampacity
The current-carrying capacity of a conductor, in the context of electric power wiring.

ampere (A)
Also amp.
The SI unit of electric current, equal to one coulomb (C) passing a given point in an electrical circuit per second.

Ampère's circuital law
Also simply Ampère's law or Oersted's law.
The mathematical relation between the integral of the magnetic field over some closed curve to the current passing through the region bound by the curve.

Ampère's force law
The mathematical relation between the force between two current-carrying conductors and the current flowing in them.

Ampère's law
See Ampère's circuital law.

amplidyne
An electric machine that allows a small current to control a much larger current.

amplifier
A system that produces an output that replicates an input signal but with a larger magnitude.

amplitude modulation
Transmission of information by changing the magnitude of a carrier signal, for example sending sound by radio.

analog circuit
A circuit where currents and voltages vary continually within some practical range, in proportion to some signal.

analog filter
An analog circuit that alters some frequency-related property of a signal.

analog signal processing
Generally, techniques used to alter signals that rely on voltages or currents that vary continually over a practical range.

analog signal
A signal whose properties (current, voltage) vary proportionally to the information transmitted.

analog-to-digital converter
A circuit that produces a number proportional to the magnitude of a voltage or current.

anode
The terminal of an electrochemical or electronic device through which conventional current flows inward.

antenna
A structure which converts between electromagnetic waves in space and currents in a conductor.

apparent power
In an alternating current power circuit, the product of the magnitude of RMS voltage and current.

Apple Inc. (formerly known as Apple Computer)
A company that makes mobile telephones and computers.

arbitrary waveform generator
A type of signal generator that can generate almost any waveform.

arc converter
A device once used to generate radio waves.

arc furnace
A furnace that melts materials with the intense heat produced by an electric arc.

arc lamp
An electric lamp that generates visible light from an electric arc.

arc welder
A device used to join metals by melting them with the intense heat produced by an electric arc.

armature
That part of an electrical machine that converts electrical energy to mechanical energy (or vice versa).

artificial intelligence (AI)
A computer system that replicates some feature of human intelligence.

artificial neural network
A network of individual logic elements in multiple layers that mimics the functions of a biological nervous system; a technique in artificial intelligence.

asymptotic stability
A condition of a control system where the output eventually reaches a steady-state value in response to any input.

asynchronous circuit
A digital circuit where states propagate through a circuit without a synchronizing clock impulse.

audio and video connector
An electrical fitting used to connect cables carrying audio or video signals.

audio equipment
Equipment used to handle signals at frequencies within the human range of hearing.

audio filter
A circuit intended to alter some frequency-related property of a signal carrying sound information.

audio frequency
A signal whose frequency is within the range of human hearing.

audio noise reduction
Reduction of interfering signals in an audio signal.

audio signal processing
Alteration of any properties of a signal carrying sound information (dynamic range, frequency response, or others).

audion tube
An early three-electrode vacuum tube that had amplifying properties.

Austin transformer
A kind of isolation transformer.

automatic gain control
A circuit that automatically adjusts the magnitude of a signal to prevent it from becoming too small or too large.

automatic transfer switch
An electrical switch used to automatically select a standby source of electrical power when the principal source is lost.

automation
Automatic control of a process.

autorecloser
A circuit protection device for overhead power distribution lines which briefly interrupts a circuit when a fault is detected, then restores the circuit in the expectation the fault has cleared.

autotransformer
A transformer where the primary and secondary circuits share some of the transformer windings.

availability factor
The fraction of time that a power plant is available to produce power.

avalanche diode
A diode intended for regular operation in the reverse, avalanche breakdown, mode. Used as a voltage reference, noise source, and in certain classes of microwave oscillator device.

average rectified value
The average value of an alternating current waveform, taking the absolute value of the waveform. The average value is generally different from the root-mean-square value.


== B ==

backward wave oscillator
A type of micowave oscillator vacuum tube.

balanced line
A transmission line with two conductors, with equal impedances to earth ground.

ball bearing motor
A concept

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Electrical enclosure (similarity: 0.4545)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electrical_enclosure
  QID: Q442709
  Extract: An electrical enclosure, power box (US), or feeder pillar (UK), is a cabinet for electrical or electronic equipment to mount switches, knobs and displays and to prevent electrical shock to equipment users and protect the contents from the environment. The enclosure is the only part of the equipment 

  Title: Electronic waste (similarity: 0.4516)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_waste
  QID: Q327400
  Extract: Electronic waste (E-Waste) describes discarded electrical or electronic devices. It is also commonly known as waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) or end-of-life (EOL) electronics. Electronic waste is one of the fastest-growing waste streams globally, driven by rapid technological advanc

  Title: RoHS (similarity: 0.1200)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/RoHS
  QID: Q740504
  Extract: The Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive 2002/95/EC, short for Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment, was adopted in February 2003 by the European Union.

  Title: Electronic component (similarity: 0.4545)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electronic_component
  QID: Q11653
  Extract: An electronic component is any basic discrete electronic device or physical entity part of an electronic system used to affect electrons or their associated fields. Electronic components are mostly industrial products, available in a singular form and are not to be confused with electrical elements,

  Title: Electrical connector (similarity: 0.4848)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Electrical_connector
  QID: Q2119531
  Extract: Components of an electrical circuit are electrically connected if an electric current can run between them through an electrical conductor. An electrical connector is an electromechanical device used to create an electrical connection between parts of an electrical circuit, or between different elec

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on detailed O*NET data covering skills, abilities, work activities, and task descriptions. The occupation is well-documented with clear educational requirements and related occupations providing good context for career pathways.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-04T01:03:24.335025+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,554
tokens_output        : 4,254
cost_usd             : $0.044336
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : Glossary of electrical and electronics engineering
wikipedia_note       : The Wikipedia match provides a glossary of electrical engineering terms rather than specific information about assembly occupations. The semantic neighbors on electronic components and electrical enclosures offer more relevant context for understanding the equipment these workers assemble.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers build, test, and modify electrical and electronic devices including computers, test equipment, electric motors, and batteries in manufacturing environments. These production workers combine manual dexterity with technical knowledge to position components, wire circuits, and ensure quality standards. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to follow precise assembly procedures while maintaining production efficiency.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
Assemblers start by reviewing work orders and gathering necessary components and tools for their assigned products. They position and align electrical parts, drill mounting holes, and connect wiring according to technical specifications. Throughout the day, they measure voltages to verify operational accuracy, inspect completed assemblies for defects, and document production data. Workers frequently confer with supervisors about production issues, explain procedures to newer team members, and package finished products for shipment using material handling equipment.

WHO THRIVES:
This role suits individuals with strong realistic interests who enjoy hands-on work with tools and equipment, combined with conventional tendencies for following detailed procedures and maintaining quality standards. Successful assemblers possess excellent near vision and finger dexterity for precise component placement, along with steady hands for delicate wiring work. They demonstrate high attention to detail, dependability, and cautiousness when working with electrical systems. The role appeals to those who prefer structured work environments with clear procedures and measurable outcomes.

CAREER ENTRY:
Most positions require a high school diploma or equivalent, with 54.7% of workers having this education level and 25.5% having less formal education. Entry-level workers typically receive on-the-job training to learn specific assembly procedures, safety protocols, and quality standards. Some employers prefer candidates with vocational training in electronics or manufacturing, though this is not always required. The Job Zone 2 classification indicates that very little to some preparation is needed, making this accessible to workers seeking manufacturing careers.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Experienced assemblers can advance to lead positions, training new workers and overseeing production teams. Career progression often leads to roles in quality control, production supervision, or specialized repair work such as Electric Motor and Power Tool Repair or Industrial Machinery Mechanics. Some workers transition to engineering technician roles with additional education, while others may move into equipment calibration or testing positions that build on their assembly experience.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
According to BLS OEWS May 2025 data, this occupation typically offers stable employment in manufacturing regions with strong electronics and automotive industries. Wages vary by geographic location and industry specialization, with higher compensation in aerospace and precision instrument manufacturing. Employment is concentrated in states with significant manufacturing bases, particularly those producing automotive components, consumer electronics, and industrial equipment. The role provides entry-level access to advanced manufacturing careers with opportunities for skill development and wage progression.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
While some assembly tasks face automation pressure, the role's emphasis on complex problem-solving, quality evaluation, and handling varied components provides moderate protection. The high importance of making decisions and solving problems (3.8), along with evaluating compliance with standards (3.8), suggests continued human involvement in quality-critical assembly work.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [skill_overlap] Electromechanical Equipment Assemblers (51-2023.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles share identical top skills including Reading Comprehension (3.2/3.1) and Monitoring (3.1/2.9) with similar mechanical knowledge requirements.
    data: Reading Comprehension importance/level scores
    data: Monitoring skill scores
    data: Mechanical knowledge emphasis
  [career_pathway] Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers (49-2092.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Assembly experience with electric motors and testing equipment provides foundation for repair specialization, sharing mechanical knowledge and electrical systems understanding.
    data: Electric motor assembly tasks
    data: Voltage measurement activities
    data: Mechanical knowledge overlap
  [riasec_cluster] Engine and Other Machine Assemblers (51-2031.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles demonstrate strong Realistic orientation (R:7.00) with manual dexterity requirements and assembly work focus.
    data: Realistic RIASEC score
    data: Manual dexterity abilities
    data: Assembly work activities
  [career_pathway] Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians (17-3023.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Assembly experience provides practical foundation for advancing to technician roles requiring deeper electrical knowledge and testing capabilities.
    data: Electrical systems knowledge
    data: Testing and measurement activities
    data: Job Zone progression potential
  [transferable_skill] Industrial Machinery Mechanics (49-9041.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Operations Monitoring (3.1) and Quality Control Analysis (2.9) skills transfer to machinery maintenance and troubleshooting roles.
    data: Operations Monitoring skill
    data: Quality Control Analysis ability
    data: Mechanical knowledge base

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['electrical assembler', 'electronic assembler', 'equipment assembler', 'assembly technician', 'battery assembler', 'electrical assembly', 'electronic assembly', 'production assembler']
  exclude_keywords : ['electrical engineer', 'electronics engineer', 'repair technician', 'maintenance worker', 'installation specialist']
  title_patterns   : ['*assembler*', '*assembly*tech*', '*assembly*worker*', '*electrical*assembler*', '*electronic*assembler*']
  common_variations: ['assembler', 'assembly tech', 'assembly technician', 'assembly worker', 'electrical assembler', 'electronic assembler', 'equipment assembler', 'production assembler']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['power', 'electrical', 'current', 'electric', 'circuit', 'voltage', 'device', 'control', 'energy', 'signal', 'frequency', 'magnetic', 'transformer', 'electronic', 'equipment', 'radio', 'motor', 'computer', 'others', 'transmission']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
power                     215  0.01616  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%  inference:0%
electrical                192  0.01443  wikipedia            wikipedia:92%  inference:3%  dwas:3%
current                   177  0.01330  wikipedia            wikipedia:99%  onet_dimensions:1%
electric                  174  0.01307  wikipedia            wikipedia:99%  inference:1%
circuit                   148  0.01112  wikipedia            wikipedia:99%  onet_dimensions:1%
voltage                   134  0.01007  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
device                    104  0.00782  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
control                   103  0.00774  wikipedia            wikipedia:86%  onet_dimensions:12%  onet_tasks:1%
energy                     96  0.00721  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
signal                     87  0.00654  wikipedia            wikipedia:99%  onet_dimensions:1%
frequency                  81  0.00609  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
magnetic                   77  0.00579  wikipedia            wikipedia:99%  onet_dimensions:1%
transformer                67  0.00504  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
electronic                 66  0.00496  wikipedia            wikipedia:80%  onet_dimensions:8%  dwas:5%
equipment                  64  0.00481  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:36%  wikipedia:30%  dwas:20%
radio                      51  0.00383  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
motor                      50  0.00376  wikipedia            wikipedia:98%  inference:2%
computer                   47  0.00353  wikipedia            wikipedia:94%  onet_dimensions:6%
others                     46  0.00346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:83%  wikipedia:11%  dwas:4%
transmission               46  0.00346  wikipedia            wikipedia:98%  onet_dimensions:2%
network                    45  0.00338  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
tendency                   43  0.00323  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:98%  wikipedia:2%
digital                    43  0.00323  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
mathematical               41  0.00308  wikipedia            wikipedia:93%  onet_dimensions:7%
tube                       41  0.00308  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
machine                    38  0.00285  wikipedia            wikipedia:95%  onet_dimensions:5%
phase                      38  0.00285  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
circuits                   36  0.00270  wikipedia            wikipedia:94%  onet_tasks:3%  inference:3%
converter                  36  0.00270  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
vacuum                     34  0.00255  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
technique                  33  0.00248  wikipedia            wikipedia:97%  onet_dimensions:3%
response                   33  0.00248  wikipedia            wikipedia:85%  onet_dimensions:15%
filter                     32  0.00241  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
flow                       31  0.00233  wikipedia            wikipedia:97%  dwas:3%
light                      30  0.00225  wikipedia            wikipedia:93%  onet_dimensions:7%
input                      30  0.00225  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
output                     30  0.00225  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
grid                       30  0.00225  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
unit                       30  0.00225  wikipedia            wikipedia:100%
production                 28  0.00210  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:29%  wikipedia:29%  inference:21%