Electronics Engineering Technicians
Also called: Electronics Technician, Engineering Technician, Electronics Engineering Technician, Test Technician
What they do:
Lay out, build, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify developmental and production electronic components, parts, equipment, and systems, such as computer equipment, missile control instrumentation, electron tubes, test equipment, and machine tool numerical controls, applying principles and theories of electronics, electrical circuitry, engineering mathematics, electronic and electrical testing, and physics. Usually work under direction of engineering staff.
On the job, you would:
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of electronic theory and components.
- Test electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
- Perform preventative maintenance or calibration of equipment or systems.
Engineering and Technology
Communications
Arts and Humanities
Math and Science
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Basic Skills
Problem Solving
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Verbal
Ideas and Logic
Hand and Finger Use
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People interested in this work like activities that include
practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They do well at jobs that need:
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You might use software like this on the job: Development environment software
Analytical or scientific software
Computer aided design CAD software
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New job opportunities are less likely in the future.
$56,900
per year, on average
This work is part of the green economy. |
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See more details at O*NET OnLine about electronics engineering technicians.