Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Reading Comprehension – Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.

Judgment and Decision Making – Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.

Mathematics – Using mathematics to solve problems.

Active Listening – Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

Complex Problem Solving – Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.

Speaking – Talking to others to convey information effectively.

Systems Analysis – Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.

Writing – Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.

Operations Analysis – Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.

Tools used in this occupation:

Anemometers – Cup anemometers; Propeller anemometers; Recording anemometers

Barometers – Barometric pressure sensors

Radar based surveillance systems – Light detection and ranging LIDAR systems

Weather stations – Portable meteorological stations

Wind surface observing apparatus – Sonic detection and ranging SODAR equipment; Wind vanes

Technology used in this occupation:

Analytical or scientific software – ANSYS software; SKM Systems Analysis Power Tools; The MathWorks MATLAB; WindSim

Computer aided design CAD software – Autodesk AutoCAD software; Mathsoft Mathcad; PTC Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire; SolidWorks CAD software

Development environment software – Formula translation/translator FORTRAN; Microsoft Visual Basic

Map creation software – ESRI ArcGIS software; Geographic information system GIS software; Global Mapper Software Global Mapper; Google Earth Pro

Object or component-oriented development software – C++; Microsoft Visual Basic.NET; Microsoft Visual C# .NET

Deductive Reasoning – The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.

Inductive Reasoning – The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).

Mathematical Reasoning – The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem.

Written Comprehension – The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.

Number Facility – The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.

Oral Comprehension – The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.

Oral Expression – The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.

Problem Sensitivity – The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.

Written Expression – The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

Near Vision – The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Engineering and Technology – Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Mathematics – Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Design – Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models.

Physics – Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.

English Language – Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.

Computers and Electronics – Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.

Administration and Management – Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.

Customer and Personal Service – Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

Building and Construction – Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads.

Analytical Thinking – Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.

Attention to Detail – Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.

Initiative – Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.

Adaptability/Flexibility – Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.

Dependability – Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.

Integrity – Job requires being honest and ethical.

Persistence – Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.

Stress Tolerance – Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.

Achievement/Effort – Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.

Cooperation – Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.