Radio Frequency Identification Device Specialists

17-2072.01

Design and implement radio frequency identification device (RFID) systems used to track shipments or goods.

Occupation-Specific Information

Tasks

• Identify operational requirements for new systems to inform selection of technological solutions.
• Integrate tags, readers, or software in radio frequency identification device (RFID) designs.
• Perform systems analysis or programming of radio frequency identification device (RFID) technology.
• Test radio frequency identification device (RFID) software to ensure proper functioning.
• Select appropriate radio frequency identification device (RFID) tags and determine placement locations.
• Perform site analyses to determine system configurations, processes to be impacted, or on-site obstacles to technology implementation.
• Perform acceptance testing on newly installed or updated systems.
• Determine means of integrating radio frequency identification device (RFID) into other applications.
• Provide technical support for radio frequency identification device (RFID) technology.
• Collect data about existing client hardware, software, networking, or key business processes to inform implementation of radio frequency identification device (RFID) technology.
• Install, test, or maintain radio frequency identification device (RFID) systems.
• Test tags or labels to ensure readability.
• Determine usefulness of new radio frequency identification device (RFID) technologies.
• Verify compliance of developed applications with architectural standards and established practices.
• Train users in details of system operation.
• Develop process flows, work instructions, or standard operating procedures for radio frequency identification device (RFID) systems.
• Read current literature, attend meetings or conferences, or talk with colleagues to stay abreast of industry research about new technologies.
• Document equipment or process details of radio frequency identification device (RFID) technology.
• Define and compare possible radio frequency identification device (RFID) solutions to inform selection for specific projects.
• Create simulations or models of radio frequency identification device (RFID) systems to provide information for selection and configuration.
• Analyze radio frequency identification device (RFID)-related supply chain data.

Technology Skills

• Administration software - Dynamic host configuration protocol DHCP; Simple network management protocol SNMP software
• Analytical or scientific software - ANSYS simulation software; The MathWorks MATLAB
• Computer aided design CAD software - Dassault Systemes SolidWorks 🔥; Field programmable gate array FPGA design software
• Data base management system software - Microsoft SQL Server Compact
• Data base user interface and query software - Microsoft SQL Server 🔥; Structured query language SQL 🔥
• Development environment software - C ; Microsoft Visual Basic 🔥; Microsoft Visual Basic Scripting Edition VBScript; Microsoft Visual Studio 🔥; National Instruments LabVIEW; Ruby 🔥; Verilog
• Device drivers or system software - Device driver software
• Electronic mail software - IBM Notes
• Enterprise application integration software - Extensible markup language XML 🔥
• Enterprise resource planning ERP software - SAP software 🔥
• Geographic information system - ESRI ArcGIS software 🔥
• Internet browser software - Web browser software
• Network monitoring software - Forsk Atoll
• Object or component oriented development software - C# 🔥; C++ ; Microsoft Visual Basic.NET; Microsoft Visual Basic.NET Compact Framework CF; Oracle Java 🔥; Perl 🔥; Python
• Office suite software - Microsoft Office software
• Operating system software - Cygwin; Linux ; Magellan Firmware; Microsoft Windows Mobile; UNIX 🔥
• Presentation software - Microsoft PowerPoint
• Process mapping and design software - Microsoft Visio 🔥
• Program testing software - Abbott; CppUnit; FitNesse; Framework for integrated test FIT; JUnit 🔥; NUnit; Robot Framework; Selenium 🔥; Watir
• Project management software - Microsoft Project 🔥
• Requirements analysis and system architecture software - Unified modeling language UML
• Spreadsheet software - Microsoft Excel
• WAN switching software and firmware - Wide area network WAN software

Occupational Requirements

Work Activities

• Getting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings - Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
• Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events - Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.
• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials - Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information - Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
• Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People - Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
• Processing Information - Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying information or data.
• Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards - Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events or processes comply with laws, regulations, or standards.
• Analyzing Data or Information - Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by breaking down information or data into separate parts.
• Making Decisions and Solving Problems - Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Thinking Creatively - Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.
• Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge - Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
• Developing Objectives and Strategies - Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to achieve them.
• Scheduling Work and Activities - Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
• Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work - Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work.
• Performing General Physical Activities - Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Handling and Moving Objects - Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Controlling Machines and Processes - Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
• Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment - Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
• Working with Computers - Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to program, write software, set up functions, enter data, or process information.
• Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment - Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to tell others about how devices, parts, equipment, or structures are to be fabricated, constructed, assembled, modified, maintained, or used.
• Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment - Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
• Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment - Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.
• Documenting/Recording Information - Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
• Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others - Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates - Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Communicating with People Outside the Organization - Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.
• Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships - Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
• Assisting and Caring for Others - Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other personal care to others such as coworkers, customers, or patients.
• Selling or Influencing Others - Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or actions.
• Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others - Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, or otherwise negotiating with others.
• Performing for or Working Directly with the Public - Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.
• Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others - Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
• Developing and Building Teams - Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
• Training and Teaching Others - Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or training programs or classes, and teaching or instructing others.
• Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates - Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance standards and monitoring performance.
• Coaching and Developing Others - Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherwise helping others to improve their knowledge or skills.
• Providing Consultation and Advice to Others - Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical, systems-, or process-related topics.
• Performing Administrative Activities - Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files and processing paperwork.
• Staffing Organizational Units - Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organization.
• Monitoring and Controlling Resources - Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.

Detailed Work Activities

• Estimate technical or resource requirements for development or production projects.
• Design electronic or computer equipment or instrumentation.
• Develop software or computer applications.
• Test performance of electrical, electronic, mechanical, or integrated systems or equipment.
• Select project materials.
• Analyze design requirements for computer or electronics systems.
• Conduct validation tests of equipment or processes.
• Determine operational methods.
• Advise customers on the use of products or services.
• Collect data about project sites.
• Install instrumentation or electronic equipment or systems.
• Maintain electronic equipment.
• Assess product or process usefulness.
• Inspect equipment or systems.
• Train personnel on proper operational procedures.
• Develop technical methods or processes.
• Update technical knowledge.
• Document technical design details.
• Create schematic drawings for electronics.
• Analyze operational data to evaluate operations, processes or products.