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
astronaut
ESCO occupation · 18 essential, 13 optional skills. Click a skill to find jobs that mention it.
Essential skills
collect geological data
conduct research on climate processes
collect data using GPS
operate GPS systems
use communication equipment
perform scientific experiments in space
global navigation satellite system performance parameters
types of satellites
geostationary satellites
possess visual literacy
interpret graphical communication interfaces
geographic information systems
gather experimental data
operate 3D computer graphics software
use different communication channels
perform gravity measurements
launching of satellites into orbit
physics
Optional & specialised skills
fluid mechanics
use specialised computer models for weather forecasting
consider time zones in execution of work
analyse weather forecast
transfer oxygen
mechanics
plan space satellite missions
deal with challenging work conditions
aircraft mechanics
operate gas extraction equipment
test oxygen purity
address aircraft mechanical issues
research satellite launch sites
Other matches: aerospace engineer
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.