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.
KnowledgeDesign electronic circuits and systems for telecommunications, aerospace, and instrumentation applications using advanced CAD software and applying knowledge of electronic theory and materials properties.
Advanced
KnowledgeFormulate mathematical models and simulation algorithms for electronic system behavior using MATLAB, Simulink, and VHDL simulation software to predict performance outcomes.
Advanced
KnowledgeAnalyze complex electronic system performance data and technical specifications to identify design improvements and ensure compliance with industry standards.
Proficient
KnowledgeEvaluate electronic component functionality and system integration requirements using oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, and multimeters in laboratory settings.
Proficient
Hands-onOperate specialized test equipment including function generators, signal analyzers, and programmable logic controllers to conduct precision measurements and validate electronic circuit performance.
Proficient
KnowledgeAssess technical feasibility and trade-offs in electronic component selection considering cost, performance, power consumption, and regulatory constraints.
Proficient
Hands-onExecute precisely repair and maintenance procedures for electronic equipment and test systems following technical documentation and safety protocols in industrial and laboratory environments.
Proficient
KnowledgeSynthesize technical specifications and design documentation for electronic systems integrating requirements from multidisciplinary engineering teams and external stakeholders.
Proficient
KnowledgeDevelop firmware and embedded software for microprocessors and field-programmable gate arrays using C, C++, Python, and VHDL in real-time operating system environments.
Proficient
MindsetIntegrate technical expertise with cross-functional team collaboration when consulting with clients, presenting design proposals, and providing technical guidance to junior engineers.
Proficient
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Electronics Engineers, Except Computer (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
93,940
Wage Distribution by Percentile
Line chart of annual wages by percentile. U.S. is the solid line. 10th percentile: U.S. $79,390. 25th percentile: U.S. $98,920. 50th percentile: U.S. $127,590. 75th percentile: U.S. $164,000. 90th percentile: U.S. $199,060. Use the left and right arrow keys to move between percentiles.
U.S.
Metric
U.S.
10% of workers earn the following or less
$79,390
10% of workers earn the following or more
$199,060
Workers on average earn
$132,500
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
Engineering and Technology4.8/5
Computers and Electronics4.5/5
Design4.3/5
Mathematics4.0/5
English Language3.8/5
Skills & Requirements: Knowledge
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Apache Subversion SVN
Autodesk AutoCAD
C
C++
Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
ESRI ArcGIS software
Extensible markup language XML
Linux
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Office software
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft Word
Oracle Database
Oracle Java
Python
Structured query language SQL
The MathWorks MATLAB
Trimble SketchUp Pro
UNIX
Technology Skills
Agile Product Lifecyle Management PLM
Ansoft Simplorer
Cadence PSpice
Canu
Dassault Systemes CATIA
Embarcadero Delphi
Field programmable gate array FPGA design software
