Skills by Occupation
The skills each role needs — from the EU's official ESCO classification.
Software developer
Data analyst
Web developer
Network engineer
Database administrator
Accountant
Registered nurse
Electrician
Civil engineer
Graphic designer
aircraft assembler
ESCO occupation · 18 essential, 27 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
fasten components
apply health and safety standards
troubleshoot
mechanics
wear appropriate protective gear
read engineering drawings
aircraft mechanics
use technical documentation
use power tools
electromechanics
read standard blueprints
apply preliminary treatment to workpieces
align components
ensure equipment availability
operate drill press
common aviation safety regulations
quality standards
assemble metal parts
Optional & specialised skills
tend CNC milling machine
tend CNC grinding machine
set up automotive robot
engineering principles
inspect quality of products
conduct performance tests
program a CNC controller
use CAM software
use welding equipment
defense system
tend computer numerical control lathe machine
engineering processes
use testing equipment
rivet types
perform aircraft maintenance
follow safety procedures when working at heights
archive documentation related to the work
tend CNC drilling machine
operate lifting equipment
keep records of work progress
tend riveting machine
cut metal products
liaise with engineers
record test data
tend CNC laser cutting machine
operate handheld riveting equipment
tend CNC metal punch press
Other matches: aircraft assembly inspector · aircraft assembly supervisor · aircraft engine assembler · aircraft interior technician · aircraft de-icer installer
Coming next: live skill demand and trends — how often each skill
actually appears in job ads — arrive with the EURES / Cedefop integration. The skills above
are the canonical requirements for the role from the EU ESCO taxonomy.