Electronics Engineering Technicians
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Civilian:
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.
Job Titles
- Automation Technician
- Calibration and Instrumentation Technician
- Calibration Laboratory Technician
- Certified Control Systems Technician
- CNC Programmer (Computer Numerical Control Programmer)
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Nationwide Salary Average*
- Civilian:
- $56,040
*Average calculated based on median level of pay
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