Electronics Engineers, Except Computer

What electronics engineers, except computer do

Research, design, develop, or test electronic components and systems for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use employing knowledge of electronic theory and materials properties. Design electronic circuits and components for use in fields such as telecommunications, aerospace guidance and propulsion control, acoustics, or instruments and controls.

Typical tasks

1. 1Design electronic components, software, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, or scientific applications.
2. 2Operate computer-assisted engineering or design software or equipment to perform electronics engineering tasks.
3. 3Evaluate project work to ensure effectiveness, technical adequacy, or compatibility in the resolution of complex electronics engineering problems.
4. 4Direct or coordinate activities concerned with manufacture, construction, installation, maintenance, operation, or modification of electronic equipment, products, or systems.
5. 5Confer with engineers, customers, vendors, or others to discuss existing or potential electronics engineering projects or products.
6. 6Provide technical support or instruction to staff or customers regarding electronics equipment standards.
7. 7Recommend repair or design modifications of electronics components or systems, based on factors such as environment, service, cost, or system capabilities.
8. 8Prepare documentation containing information such as confidential descriptions or specifications of proprietary hardware or software, product development or introduction schedules, product costs, or information about product performance weaknesses.
9. 9Develop or perform operational, maintenance, or testing procedures for electronic products, components, equipment, or systems.
10. 10Analyze electronics system requirements, capacity, cost, or customer needs to determine project feasibility.

Technology used

• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office software
• Python
• The MathWorks MATLAB
• Apache Subversion SVN
• Autodesk AutoCAD
• C
• C++
• Dassault Systemes SolidWorks
• ESRI ArcGIS software
• Extensible markup language XML
• Linux

How to become one

Education

The most common level among workers surveyed is a bachelor's degree (83%). Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

Experience

A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.

Training

Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.