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How to become electronics engineers, except computereducation, training, experience and the steps to enter

United States Engineering & Science Confidence ★★★★★

Median annual pay
$130,220
25th–75th pct. $101,680–$167,670
Top pay (est.)
$269,000
Top 10% $206,960
Pay in 5 years
$148,900est.
2031
Pay in 10 years
$170,200est.
$146,400–$197,600
Outlook score
54/100
★★★☆☆ Average
AI replacement risk
59%
Moderate
Job growth (10 yr)
+3.7%
4,900 openings / yr

How to become electronics engineers, except computer

Typical education
Bachelor's degree
BLS
Related experience
None
On-the-job training
None

A step-by-step guide for this occupation is being prepared. The education, training and experience data above show the typical path.

Skills, education and requirements for Electronics Engineers, Except Computer

Key skills

Critical Thinking
4.1
Complex Problem Solving
4.1
Mathematics
4.1
Reading Comprehension
4.1
Writing
4.0
Systems Evaluation
4.0
Speaking
4.0
Active Listening
4.0

O*NET skill level ratings (0–7).

Key knowledge areas

Engineering and Technology
6.2
Design
6.2
Computers and Electronics
6.0
Mathematics
5.4
Physics
4.5
Mechanical
4.3
English Language
4.0
Education and Training
3.7

What the work involves

Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and EquipmentProcessing InformationThinking CreativelyAnalyzing Data or InformationRepairing and Maintaining Electronic EquipmentUpdating and Using Relevant KnowledgeMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsOrganizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work

Important abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionOral ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningNear Vision

Education of workers

Bachelor's degree
83%
Associate's degree
14%
Master's degree
3%

Training before entry

1–3 months
24%
6–12 months
21%
1–2 years
20%
4–10 years
13%
3–6 months
9%
Up to 1 month
8%
None / short demo
5%

Related work experience

4–6 years
34%
Over 10 years
22%
1–2 years
13%
2–4 years
12%
None
11%
3–6 months
8%

Job Zone 4 — considerable preparation needed (O*NET)

Difficulty of entry: ★★★★☆ Demanding (from education, training, experience and Job Zone)

Career path and how to earn more as electronics engineers, except computer

Career-path guidance is being prepared. Pay by percentile is shown in the Pay section.

Pay and employment figures are national statistics. Projected pay, outlook scores and AI replacement risk are estimates from the Shigoto Zukan model, not guarantees. To request a correction, use the contact form. How to read the data
Sources: BLS OEWS May 2025; BLS Employment Projections 2025–35; O*NET 31.0 Database by USDOL/ETA (CC BY 4.0), modified by Shigoto Zukan. Pay ranges, projections and scores are Shigoto Zukan estimates.