Career Details

Electronics Engineers

Design and develop electronic equipment, such as broadcast and communications systems, from portable music players to global positioning systems (GPS). Many also work in areas closely related to computer hardware.

What You’ll Do

Design electronic components, software, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, or scientific applications
Analyze customer needs and determine system requirements, capacity, and cost to develop system plan
Evaluate systems and recommend design modifications or equipment repair
Plan and develop applications and modifications for electronic properties used in parts and systems to improve technical performance

Abilities You’ll Need

Attention Span,Comprehension,Dependability,Good Communications,Hands-On Activities,Mathematical Reasoning,Originality,Problem Recognition,Problem Solving,Reasoning

Knowledge You’ll Gain

Computers and Electronics,Customer Service,Design,Engineering and Technology,Mathematics,Mechanical,Physics,Production and Processing,Telecommunications

What You’ll Earn

Average: $79,840.00

Range

High: $116,410.00

Low : $52,810.00

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics

Education Needed

4-year Bachelors Degree

Skills

Communication,Computers,Critical Thinking,Dependability,Math Skills,Monitoring,Problem Solving,Systems Evaluation,Teamwork,Time Management

Technology

C++,Computer Aided Design (CAD) Software,Computers,Linux,Microsoft Office Software,UNIX