engineering processes
The systematic approach to the development and maintenance of engineering systems.
Military engineers perform technical and scientific functions in the military, such as the development of concepts for military technical equipment, support of the manufacturing of military equipment, and technical research, maintenance, and quality assurance.
Competences and skills
120 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 22 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencesgeographic information systems
The tools involved in geographical mapping and positioning, such as GPS (global positioning systems), GIS (geographical information systems), and RS (remote sensing).
digital
ICT project management methodologies
The methodologies or models for planning, managing and overseeing of ICT resources in order to meet specific goals, such methodologies are Waterfall, Incremental, V-Model, Scrum or Agile and using project management ICT tools.
digital
project commissioning
Process of supervising the correct functioning of systems, buildings or plants during the final stages before deployment.
project management
The discipline of project management, the activities which comprise this area and the variables implied in it, such as time, resources, requirements, deadlines, and responding to unexpected events.
Cross-sector
17 competencesalgorithms
The self-contained step-by-step sets of operations that carry out calculations, data processing and automated reasoning, usually to solve problems.
digital
design principles
The elements used in design such as unity, scale, proportion, balance, symmetry, space, form, texture, colour, light, shade and congruence and their application into practice.
electricity principles
Electricity is created when electric current flows along a conductor. It entails the movement of free electrons between atoms. The more free electrons are present in a material, the better this material conducts. The three main parameters of electricity are the voltage, current (ampère), and resistance (ohm).
engineering principles
The engineering elements like functionality, replicability, and costs in relation to the design and how they are applied in the completion of engineering projects.
logistics
The management of resources such as materials, time, and information to control the flow of products between the point of origin and the point of use. This includes the production, packaging, storing and transportation of goods.
mechanical tools
Various type of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
military drill
The marching techniques and use of weapons, and other disciplinary methods applied in military operations.
military weaponry
The types of arms used by different military organisations, such as army, navy or air force and in different nations worldwide; the weapons' aspects, damage potential and ways to defend against them.
packaging engineering
The processes of packaging or protecting products for distribution, storage and sale.
patents
The exclusive rights granted by a sovereign state to an inventor's invention for a limited period of time in exchange for the public disclosure of the invention.
quality standards
The national and international requirements, specifications and guidelines to ensure that products, services and processes are of good quality and fit for purpose.
risk management
The process of identifying, assessing, and prioritising of all types of risks and where they could come from, such as natural causes, legal changes, or uncertainty in any given context, and the methods for dealing with risks effectively.
securities
The financial instruments traded in financial markets representing both the right of property over the owner and at the same time, the obligation of payment over the issuer. The aim of securities which is raising capital and hedging risk in financial markets.
statistics
The study of statistical theory, methods and practices such as collection, organisation, analysis, interpretation and presentation of data. It deals with all aspects of data including the planning of data collection in terms of the design of surveys and experiments in order to forecast and plan work-related activities.
surveillance methods
Surveillance methods used in the gathering of information and intelligence for investigation purposes.
surveying
The technique of determining the terrestrial or three-dimensional position of points and the distances and angles between them.
terminology
The study of terms, their etymology, and their use. The study of the meaning of words depending on the context in which they are used, the origin of the word, and its evolution over time.
Essential skills and competences 14 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceperform ground-handling maintenance procedures
Ensure safety during ground-handling procedures, maintain ground service equipment, and conduct equipment checks.
Sector-specific
2 competencesdefine technology strategy
Create an overall plan of objectives, practices, principles and tactics related to the use of technologies within an organisation and describe the means to reach the objectives, taking into account analyses and relevant regulations.
supervise the maintenance of military equipment
Plan and supervise the routine maintenance and repair work of military equipment and weaponry to ensure proper working order.
Cross-sector
11 competencesadjust engineering designs
Adjust designs of products or parts of products so that they meet requirements.
advise superiors on military operations
Advise on the strategic decisions made by superiors on deployment, mission tactics, resource allocation or other military operation specifics, to help superiors reach a better decision and to provide them with any relevant information for a military operation or functioning of the military organisations in general.
design engineering components
Design engineering parts, assemblies, products, or systems.
ensure compliance with types of weapons
Comply with legal requirements when using different kinds of firearms and other types of weapons and their matching ammunition.
examine engineering principles
Analyse the principles that need to be considered for engineering designs and projects such as functionality, replicability, costs and other principles.
handle surveillance equipment
Monitor surveillance equipment to observe what people are doing in a given area and ensure their safety.
maintain operational communications
Maintain communications between different departments of an organisation, between the staff, or during specific operations or missions, to ensure that the operation or mission is successful, or that the organisation functions smoothly.
monitor military equipment use
Monitor the use by military staff of specific military equipment to ensure that no unauthorised personnel gains access to specific types of equipment, that everyone handles the equipment according to regulations, and that it is only used in appropriate circumstances.
monitor technology trends
Survey and investigate recent trends and developments in technology. Observe and anticipate their evolution, according to current or future market and business conditions.
oversee quality control
Monitor and assure the quality of the provided goods or services by overseeing that all the factors of the production meet quality requirements. Supervise product inspection and testing.
use different communication channels
Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.
Optional knowledge 45 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceapplication process
The process candidates must complete in order to obtain an academic or professional position, including the techniques that will enhance their chances.
Sector-specific
16 competencesAgile project management
The agile project management approach is a methodology for planning, managing and overseeing of ICT resources in order to meet specific goals and using project management ICT tools.
digital
aviation meteorology
The scientific field of study that interprets the impact of weather on air traffic management (ATM) and how thorough changes in pressure and temperature values at airports can create variations in head and tail-wind components, and may impose low visibility operating conditions. Knowledge of aviation meteorology can help to reduce negative impact on the ATM system by diminishing disruption and the consequent problems of disturbed flow rates, lost capacity and induced additional costs.
business process modelling
The tools, methods and notations such as Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN) and Business Process Execution Language (BPEL), used to describe and analyse the characteristics of a business process and model its further development.
camouflage
The different kinds of materials and specialised clothing used for concealment of people, vehicles or other equipment.
computer equipment
The offered computers, computer peripheral equipment and software products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
digital
concepts of telecommunications
The telecommunication principles, theories, models, equipment and processes such as transfer rate, bandwidth, signal-to-noise ratio, bit error ratio and C/N ratio, as well as the effect of the qualities of the transmission path on the operation and quality of telecommunications.
digital
data mining
The methods of artificial intelligence, machine learning, statistics and databases used to extract content from a dataset.
digital
decision support systems
The ICT systems that can be used to support business or organisational decision making.
digital
DevOps
The DevOps development approach is a methodology to design software systems and applications focused on the collaboration and between software programmers and other ICT professionals and automation.
digital
electronic and telecommunication equipment
The offered electronic and telecommunication equipment and products, their functionalities, properties and legal and regulatory requirements.
digital
electronics principles
The study of electric energy, more specifically electron, control and its prominent principles regarding integrated circuits and electrical systems.
information confidentiality
The mechanisms and regulations which allow for selective access control and guarantee that only authorised parties (people, processes, systems and devices) have access to data, the way to comply with confidential information and the risks of non-compliance.
digital
knowledge management
The process of collecting, structuring and sharing information and knowledge within an organisation, which allows for a more efficient distribution of expertise and increased collaboration.
mechanical engineering
Discipline that applies principles of physics, engineering and materials science to design, analyse, manufacture and maintain mechanical systems.
military aviation
The rules and regulations concerning military aviation procedures, such as military air space, aviation procedures in civilian air space, and specific military aviation equipment.
surveillance radars
Types of surveillance radars such as Mode A/C Secondary Surveillance Radar stations, which continuously interrogate all aircraft within their range, and Mode S Secondary Surveillance Radar stations, which carry out individually addressed interrogations of aircraft within their coverage.
Cross-sector
28 competencesaccounting
The documentation and processing of data regarding financial activities.
business intelligence
The tools used to transform large amounts of raw data into relevant and helpful business information.
digital
business processes
Processes which an organisation applies to improve efficiency, set new objectives and reach goals in a profitable and timely manner.
computer technology
Computers, computer networks and other information technologies and equipment that can store, retrieve, transmit and manipulate data.
digital
control systems
Devices or a set of devices that command and manage the performance and behaviour of other equipment and systems. This includes Industrial control systems (ICS) which are used for industrial production and manufacturing.
digital
electrical engineering
The field of engineering that deals with the study and application of electricity, electronics, and electromagnetism.
energy
Power capacity in the form of mechanical, electrical, heat, potential, or other energy from chemical or physical resources, which can be used to drive a physical system.
geographic areas
The detailed knowledge of a geographical area where different organisations carry out operations.
industrial research and development
The set of activities that companies carry out to do industrial innovation and introduce new engineering products and services or new industrial production processes.
instrumentation equipment
The equipment and instruments used for the monitoring and controlling of processes, such as valves, regulators, circuit breakers, and relays.
law enforcement
The different organisations involved in law enforcement, as well as the laws and regulations in law enforcement procedures.
machine learning
The principles, methods and algorithms of machine learning, a subfield of artificial intelligence. Common machine learning models such as supervised or unsupervised models, semi- supervised models and reinforcement learning models.
digital
mathematical modelling
The process of establishing a mathematical representation problem, such as equations, of a real-word to provide insights, discover new features about the problematic scenario, better understand the original problem or to make predictions about it.
mathematics
Mathematics is the study of topics such as quantity, structure, space, and change. It involves the identification of patterns and formulating new conjectures based on them. Mathematicians strive to prove the truth or falsity of these conjectures. There are many fields of mathematics, some of which are widely used for practical applications.
military code
The code language used in specific intelligence or military organisations and operations, how to use and decipher them.
military combat techniques
The fighting techniques specific to military operations, using military weapons and equipment, and the regulations concerning military combat actions.
military logistics
The operations of the supply and demand of goods and recources on military bases and during military operations on the field, the disruption of enemy supplies, cost analysis, equipment demands, and other military logistics activities.
operational research
The application of scientific methods to provide solutions to administrative and management issues of organised systems as industrial, commercial, or governmental processes.
politics
The method, process and study of influencing people, gaining control over a community or society, and the distribution of power within a community and between societies.
public health
The principles of health and sickness affecting the population, including the means for health promotion and prevention and community and primary care.
quality assurance procedures
The procedures to inspect a product or system to ensure that it is according to specifications and requirements.
radars
Systems that can use radio waves or microwaves to capture the speed, direction, range, and altitude of objects. It can be used for the detection of aeroplanes, ships, and weather formations.
risk identification
The different types of risk and the related classification criteria such as their nature and scope, the activity to which they relate, their causes and consequences and their financing.
robotic components
The components that can be found in robotic systems, such as microprocessors, electronics, sensors, circuit boards, encoders, servomotors, controllers, pneumatics or hydraulics.
digital
scaffolding components
The different components of which scaffolding is constructed, their usage cases and limitations. Weight bearing properties of each component and how they are assembled.
sensors
Sensors are transducers that can detect or sense characteristics in their environment. They detect changes in the apparatus or environment and provide a corresponding optical or electrical signal. Sensors are commonly divided in six classes: mechanical, electronic, thermal, magnetic, electrochemical, and optical sensors.
digital
strategic planning
The elements defining the foundation and core of an organisation such as its mission, vision, values, and objectives.
supply chain management
The flow of goods in the supply chain, movement and storage of raw materials, work-in-process inventory, and finished goods from point of origin to point of consumption.
Optional skills and competences 39 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
7 competencesapply information security policies
Implement policies, methods and regulations for data and information security in order to respect confidentiality, integrity and availability principles.
defend human rights
Protect human rights towards and between colleagues and also towards the civil populations one is in contact with.
ensure public safety and security
Implement the relevant procedures, strategies and use the proper equipment to promote local or national security activities for the protection of data, people, institutions, and property.
manage administrative systems
Ensure administrative systems, processes and databases are efficient and well managed and give the sound basis to work together with the administrative officer/staff/professional.
manage troop deployment
Manage the deployment of troops to areas in conflict, or in need of aid, and oversee the deployment procedures. Manage the deployment of the troops within an area for specific missions, and ensure the troops and resources are allocated to the missions in compliance with tactical considerations and safety of the troops.
programme work according to incoming orders
Schedule tasks based on incoming work. Anticipate the total amount of resources required to complete the work and assign them accordingly. Assess the required working hours, pieces of equipment, and workforce needed taking into account the available resources.
use geographic information systems
Work with computer data systems such as Geographic Information Systems (GIS).
digital
Cross-sector
32 competencesanalyse supply chain strategies
Examine an organisation's planning details of production, their expected output units, quality, quantity, cost, time available and labour requirements. Provide suggestions in order to improve products, service quality and reduce costs.
assess danger in risk areas
Assess the potential dangers involved in performinig military or humanitarian missions in risk areas, such as combat areas, areas affected by natural disasters, or politically tense areas.
calibrate electronic instruments
Correct and adjust the reliability of an electronic instrument by measuring output and comparing results with the data of a reference device or a set of standardised results. This is done in regular intervals which are set by the manufacturer and using calibration devices.
coordinate humanitarian aid missions
Coordinate the deployment of troops and resources to areas where humanitarian aid is required, and the operation in the area itself to ensure that the area is safe, the people have access to medical aid, shelter, and food, and that any danger and risks are removed.
coordinate patrols
Coordinate the investigation and inspection of a certain area by assigning patrollers to routes and areas, establishing the area that needs patrolling, and coordinating the activities during the patrol.
design prototypes
Design prototypes of products or components of products by applying design and engineering principles.
determine production feasibility
Determine if a product or its components can be produced by applying engineering principles.
devise military tactics
Devise the strategic and tactical components of a military operation, taking into account the available equipment and assigning tasks to the different troops, and supervising the use of weapons and other battle equipment.
ensure information security
Ensure that the information gathered during surveillance or investigations remains in the hands of those authorised to receive and use it, and does not fall into enemy or otherwise non-authorised individuals' hands.
give battle commands
Give commands during a battle or similar confrontation with enemy units to guide the activities of the troops, ensuring the safety of the troops and success of the operation, and give these commands in a comprehensible manner compliant with guidelines, and in dangerous and stress situations.
identify security threats
Identify security threats during investigations, inspections, or patrols, and perform the necessary actions to minimise or neutralise the threat.
maintain electrical equipment
Test electrical equipment for malfunctions. Take safety measures, company guidelines, and legislation concerning electrical equipment into account. Clean, repair and replace parts and connections as required.
maintain electronic equipment
Check and repair electronic equipment. Develop maintenance tasks on electronic equipment. Detect malfunction, locate faults and take measures to prevent damage.
manage budgets
Plan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.
manage emergency procedures
React quickly in case of emergency and set planned emergency procedures in motion.
manage resources
Manage personnel, machinery and equipment in order to optimise production results, in accordance with the policies and plans of the company.
manage supplies
Monitor and control the flow of supplies that includes the purchase, storage and movement of the required quality of raw materials, and also work-in-progress inventory. Manage supply chain activities and synchronise supply with demand of production and customer.
operate armoured fighting vehicles
Operate armoured fighting vehicles, such as tanks, armoured cars, air defense vehicles and troop carriers, using correct navigation systems and monitoring controls, as well as operating its weapons.
operate radio equipment
Set up and operate radio devices and accessories, such as broadcast consoles, amplifiers, and microphones. Understand the basics of radio operator language and, when necessary, provide instruction in handling radio equipment correctly.
digital
perform data analysis
Collect data and statistics to test and evaluate in order to generate assertions and pattern predictions, with the aim of discovering useful information in a decision-making process.
digital
perform maintenance on installed equipment
Perform the maintenance on installed equipment on-site. Follow procedures to avoid uninstalling equipment from machinery or vehicles.
perform military operations
Perform military operations according to given instructions from superiors, such as battle operations, rescue missions, aid missions, search and intelligence missions or other operations concerning defense.
perform minor repairs to equipment
Conduct routine maintenance on equipment. Recognise and identify minor defects in equipment and make repairs if appropriate.
perform physical stress tests on models
Perform tests on products' models to analyse the ability of products to endure temperature, loads, motion, vibration and other factors.
perform resource planning
Estimate the expected input in terms of time, human and financial resources necessary to achieve the project objectives.
perform risk analysis
Identify and assess factors that may jeopardise the success of a project or threaten the organisation's functioning. Implement procedures to avoid or minimise their impact.
perform test run
Perform tests putting a system, machine, tool or other equipment through a series of actions under actual operating conditions in order to assess its reliability and suitability to realise its tasks, and adjust settings accordingly.
practice vigilance
Practice vigilance during patrol or other surveillance activities in order to ensure safety and security, to look out for suspicious behaviour or other alarming changes in patterns or activities, and to respond quickly to these changes.
process data
Enter information into a data storage and data retrieval system via processes such as scanning, manual keying or electronic data transfer in order to process large amounts of data.
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report test findings
Report test results with a focus on findings and recommendations, differentiating results by levels of severity. Include relevant information from the test plan and outline the test methodologies, using metrics, tables, and visual methods to clarify where needed.
test electronic units
Test electronic units using appropriate equipment. Gather and analyse data. Monitor and evaluate system performance and take action if needed.
write situation reports
Write reports according to specifications and regulations of an organisation on the situation which needs to be reported on, such as the status of an investigation, of intelligence gathering, or of missions and operations.