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Electronics Engineers, Except Computer

Research, design, develop, or test electronic components and systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use employing knowledge of electronic theory and materials properties. Design electronic circuits and components for use in fields such as telecommunications, aerospace guidance and propulsion control, acoustics, or instruments and controls.

Visual summary of pay, outlook, skills, interests, and preparation for Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
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Median pay

$127,590
Median annual pay for Electronics Engineers, Except Computer.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024
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10-year growth

6.2%
Projected employment growth from 2024 to 2034.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024–2034 projections
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Annual openings

5,700
Projected annual openings, including growth and replacement demand.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024–2034 projections
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Employment

95,900
Estimated U.S. employment for Electronics Engineers, Except Computer in 2024.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024
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Jobs added or lost

+6,000
Projected numeric employment change from 2024 to 2034.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024–2034 projections
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Entry preparation

Bachelor's degree
Typical education needed to enter Electronics Engineers, Except Computer.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024 profile
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What the work involves

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Essential skills

  1. 1Critical Thinking
  2. 2Reading Comprehension
  3. 3Speaking
  4. 4Active Listening
  5. 5Mathematics
  6. 6Writing

Knowledge areas

  1. 1Engineering and Technology
  2. 2Computers and Electronics
  3. 3Design
  4. 4Mathematics
  5. 5English Language
  6. 6Mechanical

Abilities

  1. 1Deductive Reasoning
  2. 2Inductive Reasoning
  3. 3Information Ordering
  4. 4Near Vision
  5. 5Oral Comprehension
  6. 6Oral Expression

Career interests

  1. 1Realistic
  2. 2Investigative
  3. 3Conventional
  4. 4Artistic
  5. 5Enterprising
  6. 6Social

Work styles

  1. 1Attention to Detail
  2. 2Innovation
  3. 3Dependability
  4. 4Intellectual Curiosity
  5. 5Cautiousness
  6. 6Integrity

Work activities

  1. 1Working with Computers
  2. 2Analyzing Data or Information
  3. 3Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment
  4. 4Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  5. 5Getting Information
  6. 6Processing Information

Work context

  1. 1E-Mail
  2. 2Freedom to Make Decisions
  3. 3Face-to-Face Discussions with Individuals and Within Teams
  4. 4Indoors, Environmentally Controlled
  5. 5Work With or Contribute to a Work Group or Team
  6. 6Spend Time Sitting

Representative tasks

  • Design electronic components, software, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, or scientific applications.
  • Operate computer-assisted engineering or design software or equipment to perform electronics engineering tasks.
  • Evaluate project work to ensure effectiveness, technical adequacy, or compatibility in the resolution of complex electronics engineering problems.
  • Direct or coordinate activities concerned with manufacture, construction, installation, maintenance, operation, or modification of electronic equipment, products, or systems.
  • Confer with engineers, customers, vendors, or others to discuss existing or potential electronics engineering projects or products.
  • Provide technical support or instruction to staff or customers regarding electronics equipment standards.
  • Recommend repair or design modifications of electronics components or systems, based on factors such as environment, service, cost, or system capabilities.
  • Prepare documentation containing information such as confidential descriptions or specifications of proprietary hardware or software, product development or introduction schedules, product costs, or information about product performance weaknesses.

Software and tools

Microsoft Office software · in demandPython · in demandMicrosoft Excel · in demandThe MathWorks MATLAB · in demandOracle Java · hot technologyMicrosoft PowerPoint · hot technologyStructured query language SQL · hot technologyLinux · hot technologyMicrosoft Word · hot technologyTrimble SketchUp Pro · hot technologyExtensible markup language XML · hot technologyOracle Database · hot technology

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