Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, & Weighers
Inspector, Quality Control Inspector (QC Inspector), Quality Inspector, Quality Technician
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Advanced Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics; Aircraft Fuel Systems Helper; Avionics Test Station And Components Apprentice, B-1/E-8/F-15 Avionics Systems; Bomber/Special Integrated Communication/Navigation/Mission Systems Apprentice, E-3; Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics Apprentice, A-10/U-2 Avionics; Flight Engineer Journeyman, AC-130U; Low Observable Aircraft Structural Maintenance Apprentice; Mobility Air Forces Integrated Communication/Navigation/Mission Systems Apprentice, C-5; Munitions Systems; Remotely Piloted Aircraft Maintenance Journeyman, MQ-1/MQ-9
Armament Systems Maintenance Warrant Officer; Automated Logistical Specialist; Automotive Maintenance Warrant Officer; Electronic Maintenance Supervisor; Medical Logistics Specialist; Petroleum Laboratory Specialist; Plumber; Self Propelled Artillery Systems Maintainer; Senior Electronics Maintenance Warrant Officer; Supply Systems Technician
Aviation Maintenance Technician; Avionics Electrical Technician; Damage Controlman; Electrician's Mate; Gunner's Mate; Marine Safety Specialist; Marine Safety Specialist Deck; Marine Safety Specialist Engineer; Material Maintenance Specialty; Naval Engineering Specialty
Aircraft Electrical Systems Technician, EA-6; Aircraft Maintenance (Fixed-Wing); Assault Amphibious Vehicle (AAV)/Assault Combat Vehicle (ACV) Repairer/Technician; Distribution Management Specialist; Fixed-Wing Aircraft Airframe Mechanic, F-35; Fixed-Wing Aircraft Mechanic, AV-8/TAV-8; Fixed-Wing Aircraft Power Plants Mechanic, F-402; Fixed-Wing Aircraft Safety Equipment Mechanic, EA-6; Flight Equipment Technician; Meteorology and Oceanography (METOC) Analyst Forecaster
Advanced Machinery Repairman; Aviation Electrician's Mate; Aviation Support Equipment Technician; Electrician's Mate; Gunner's Mate; Information Systems Technician Submarines; LDO - Ordnance, Submarine; NAMTS Rigger/Weight Tester; Operational Test and Evaluation Officer; Special Operations Parachute Rigger
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What they do:
Inspect, test, sort, sample, or weigh nonagricultural raw materials or processed, machined, fabricated, or assembled parts or products for defects, wear, and deviations from specifications. May use precision measuring instruments and complex test equipment.
On the job, you would:
- Discard or reject products, materials, or equipment not meeting specifications.
- Mark items with details, such as grade or acceptance-rejection status.
- Measure dimensions of products to verify conformance to specifications, using measuring instruments, such as rulers, calipers, gauges, or micrometers.
Knowledge
Manufactured or Agricultural Goods
- manufacture and distribution of products
Arts and Humanities
- English language
Business
- customer service
Engineering and Technology
- mechanical
Skills
Basic Skills
- thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem
- writing things for co-workers or customers
Problem Solving
- noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it
Abilities
Verbal
- communicate by speaking
- listen and understand what people say
Hand and Finger Use
- hold or move items with your hands
- keep your arm or hand steady
Personality
People interested in this work like activities that include data, detail, and regular routines.
They do well at jobs that need:
- Attention to Detail
- Dependability
- Self Control
- Cooperation
- Independence
- Stress Tolerance
Technology
You might use software like this on the job:
Computer aided design CAD software
- Autodesk AutoCAD
- Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
Desktop communications software
- Skype
Analytical or scientific software
- Minitab
- The MathWorks MATLAB
Education
Education: (rated 2 of 5)
high school diploma/GED or
certificate after high school
usually needed
certificate after high school
usually needed
Job Outlook
Below Average
New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
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