Electronic+Technician

ANTONIO ROBINSON KYLE HAWKINS

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.

SKILLS JOB OUTLOOK  **There are 8 recognized apprenticeable specialties associated with this occupation:**
 * < **Complex Problem Solving** — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. ||
 * < **Reading Comprehension** — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. ||
 * < **Time Management** — Managing one's own time and the time of others. ||
 * < **Active Listening** — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. ||
 * < **Critical Thinking** — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. ||
 * < **Speaking** — Talking to others to convey information effectively. ||
 * < **Coordination** — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. ||
 * < **Operations Analysis** — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design. ||
 * < **Writing** — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. ||
 * < **Monitoring** — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. ||
 * > Title ||< Job Zone Three: Medium Preparation Needed ||
 * > Education ||< Most occupations in this zone require __training__ in vocational schools, related on-the-job experience, or an associate's degree. ||
 * > Related Experience ||< Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is required for these occupations. For example, an electrician must have completed three or four years of apprenticeship or several years of vocational training, and often must have passed a licensing exam, in order to perform the job. ||
 * > Job Training ||< Employees in these occupations usually need one or two years of training involving both on-the-job experience and informal training with experienced workers. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations. ||
 * > Job Zone Examples ||< These occupations usually involve using communication and organizational skills to coordinate, supervise, manage, or train others to accomplish goals. Examples include food service managers, electricians, agricultural technicians, legal secretaries, interviewers, and __insurance__ sales agents. ||
 * > SVP Range ||< (6.0 to < 7.0) ||

Electrical-Instrument Repairer; Electronics Technician; Instrument Technician (Utilities); Instrumentation Technician; Instrument Mechanic (Any Industry); Instrument Repairer (Any Industry); Calibration Laboratory Technician; Instrument Mechanic, Weapons System

EDUCATION  This occupation may require a background in the following science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) educational disciplines: **Computer Science** — Computer Engineering Technology/Technician **Engineering** — Computer Engineering Technology/Technician; Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician  SALARY  
 * ~ Percentage of Respondents ||~ Education Level Required ||
 * > 66 [[image:http://www.onetonline.org/image/pixel_blue.gif width="66" height="5" caption=" "]][[image:http://www.onetonline.org/image/pixel_grayD.gif width="34" height="5" caption=" "]] ||< Associate's degree ||
 * > 15 [[image:http://www.onetonline.org/image/pixel_blue.gif width="15" height="5" caption=" "]][[image:http://www.onetonline.org/image/pixel_grayD.gif width="85" height="5" caption=" "]] ||< Some college, no degree ||
 * > 13 [[image:http://www.onetonline.org/image/pixel_blue.gif width="13" height="5" caption=" "]][[image:http://www.onetonline.org/image/pixel_grayD.gif width="87" height="5" caption=" "]] ||< Bachelor's degree ||

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 * > Median wages (2010) ||< $26.94 hourly, $56,040 annual ||
 * > Employment (2008) ||< 164,000 employees ||
 * > Projected growth (2008-2018) ||< [[image:http://www.onetonline.org/image/growth/g0.gif width="23" height="5" caption="Little or no change (-2% to 2%)"]] Little or no change (-2% to 2%) ||
 * > Projected __job openings__ (2008-2018) ||< 31,000 ||
 * > Top industries (2008) ||< [|Manufacturing]
 * > 17-2141.00 ||< [|Mechanical Engineers] [[image:http://www.onetonline.org/image/green_sm.gif width="11" height="10" caption="Green Occupation" link="http://www.onetonline.org/help/green/17-2141.00"]] ||
 * > 17-3012.01 ||< [|Electronic Drafters] ||
 * > 17-3013.00 ||< [|Mechanical Drafters] ||
 * > 17-3023.03 ||< [|Electrical Engineering Technicians] [[image:http://www.onetonline.org/image/green_sm.gif width="11" height="10" caption="Green Occupation" link="http://www.onetonline.org/help/green/17-3023.03"]] ||
 * > 17-3027.00 ||< [|Mechanical Engineering Technicians] ||
 * > 47-2111.00 ||< [|Electricians] [[image:http://www.onetonline.org/image/bf_sm.png width="11" height="10" caption="Bright Outlook" link="http://www.onetonline.org/help/bright/47-2111.00"]] [[image:http://www.onetonline.org/image/green_sm.gif width="11" height="10" caption="Green Occupation" link="http://www.onetonline.org/help/green/47-2111.00"]] ||
 * > 49-2091.00 ||< [|Avionics Technicians] ||
 * > 49-2094.00 ||< [|Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment] [[image:http://www.onetonline.org/image/green_sm.gif width="11" height="10" caption="Green Occupation" link="http://www.onetonline.org/help/green/49-2094.00"]] ||
 * > 51-2022.00 ||< [|Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers] [[image:http://www.onetonline.org/image/green_sm.gif width="11" height="10" caption="Green Occupation" link="http://www.onetonline.org/help/green/51-2022.00"]] ||
 * > 51-4061.00 ||< [|Model Makers, Metal and Plastic] ||