$49,370($23.74/hr)
Associate's degree
-
Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and technicians combine knowledge of mechanical technology with knowledge of electrical and electronic circuitry. They operate, test, and maintain unmanned, automated, robotic, or electromechanical equipment.
$59,020 ($28.37/hr)
Postsecondary nondegree award
None
Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers make programs to control machining or processing of metal or plastic parts. They use automatic machine tools, equipment, or systems.
$126,520 ($60.83/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Software Developers create the computer applications that allow users to do specific tasks and the underlying systems that run the devices or control networks.
$56,260 ($27.05/hr)
High school diploma or equivalent
None
Industrial machinery mechanics and machinery maintenance workers maintain and repair factory equipment and other industrial machinery, such as conveying systems, production machinery, and packaging equipment. Millwrights install, dismantle, repair, reassemble, and move machinery in factories, power plants, and construction sites.
$134,360 ($64.60/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Aerospace Engineers design, develop, and test aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and missiles. In addition, they create and test prototypes to make sure that they function according to design.
$60,650 ($29.16/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Avionics Technicians repair and perform scheduled maintenance on aircraft.
$86,390 ($41.53/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Industrial Engineers find ways to eliminate wastefulness in production processes. They devise efficient systems that integrate workers, machines, materials, information, and energy to make a product or provide a service.
$98,220 ($47.22/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Electronics Engineers design and develop electronic equipment, including broadcast and communications systems, such as portable music players and Global Positioning System (GPS) devices. Many also work in areas closely related to computer hardware.
$62,390 ($30.00/hr)
Postsecondary nondegree award
None
Aircraft and avionics equipment mechanics and technicians repair and perform scheduled maintenance on aircraft.
$84,330 ($40.55/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Mechanical Engineers research, design, develop, build, and test mechanical and thermal sensors and devices, including tools, engines, and machines.
$62,450 ($30.02/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians support scientists and engineers in many facets of science. This category includes all life, physical, and social science technicians not contained somewhere else.
$62,400 ($30.00/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Calibration Technologists and Technicians execute or adapt procedures and techniques for calibrating measurement devices, by applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electronics, sometimes under the direction of engineering staff. They determine measurement standard suitability for calibrating measurement devices, and may perform preventive maintenance on equipment. They also can perform corrective actions to address identified calibration problems.
$70,680 ($33.98/hr)
Postsecondary nondegree award
None
Transportation Equipment Electrical and Electronics installers and repairers install, adjust, or maintain mobile communication equipment, including sound, sonar, security, navigation, and surveillance systems on trains, watercraft, or other vehicles.
$65,540 ($31.51/hr)
Postsecondary nondegree award
None
Commercial and Industrial Equipment Electrical and Electronics Repairers repair, test, adjust, or install electronic equipment, such as industrial controls, transmitters, and antennas.
$55,800 ($26.83/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Television, Video and Film Camera Operators manipulate images that entertain or inform an audience. They capture a wide range of material for television, movies, and other media.
$136,430 ($65.59/hr)
Bachelor's degree
5 years or more
Architectural and Engineering Managers plan, direct, and coordinate activities in the fields of architecture and engineering.
$68,390 ($32.88/hr)
High school diploma or equivalent
Less than 5 years
First-line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers directly supervise and coordinate the activities of mechanics, installers, and repairers. They can also advise customers on recommended services.
$54,450 ($26.18/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians help mechanical engineers design, develop, test, and manufacture tools, engines, machines, and other devices. They may make sketches and rough layouts, record and analyze data, and report their findings.
$69,250 ($33.29/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Engineering Technologists and Technicians support engineers in their duties, usually working on teams. They make sure that all machinery and tools being used remain functional. This category includes all engineering technologists and technicians not contained somewhere else.
$62,450 ($30.03/hr)
High school diploma or equivalent
5 years or more
First-line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers directly supervise and coordinate activities of construction or extraction workers.
$58,210 ($27.99/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians help engineers solve problems affecting manufacturing layout or production. They prepare machinery and equipment plans, design workflows, conduct statistical production studies, and analyze production costs.
$61,340 ($29.49/hr)
High school diploma or equivalent
Less than 5 years
First-line Supervisors of Production and Operating workers directly supervise and coordinate the activities of production and operating workers, such as inspectors, precision workers, machine setters and operators, assemblers, fabricators, and plant and system operators. This category excludes team or work leaders.
$57,970 ($27.87/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians install, run, and maintain equipment used to develop, test, produce, and sustain aircraft and spacecraft. Their work is critical to ensuring the safety and precision of key parts of these vehicles and systems.
$100,120 ($48.13/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Electrical Engineers design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacture of electrical equipment, such as electric motors, radar and navigation systems, communications systems, or power generation equipment. Electrical engineers also design the electrical systems of automobiles and aircraft.
$102,620 ($49.34/hr)
Bachelor's degree
None
Engineers are professionals that use math and science to solve technical problems. This normally includes creating, improving, or repairing systems or products. This category includes all engineers not contained somewhere else.
$63,840 ($30.69/hr)
Associate's degree
None
Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians help electrical and electronics engineers plan and develop communications equipment, computers, medical monitoring devices, or other equipment that is powered by other electricity or electric current. They often work in product evaluation and testing, using measuring and diagnostic devices to test, adjust, and repair equipment. They are also involved in assembling equipment for automation.
