Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technicians

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Job Description


	Operate, install, calibrate, and maintain integrated computer/communications systems, consoles, simulators, and other data acquisition, test, and measurement instruments and equipment, which are used to launch, track, position, and evaluate air and space vehicles. May record and interpret test data.

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Job Requirements


	Experience: A minimum of two to four years 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.

	Education: Most of these occupations require a four - year bachelor's degree, but some do not.

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

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Significant Points


	(Abstract from Career Articles)

	Engineering Technicians

Electrical and electronic engineering technicians make up 33 percent of all engineering technicians. Employment of engineering technicians is influenced by economic conditions similar to those which affect engineers; as a result, job outlook varies by specialty. Opportunities will be best for individuals with an associate degree or other postsecondary training in engineering technology.
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Top Ten Industries

U.S. National Figures.

Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technicians
Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing	3,220
Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing	1,610
Architectural, Engineering, and Related Services	1,230
Communications Equipment Manufacturing	520
Scheduled Air Transportation	350
Scientific Research and Development Services	330
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools	290
Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services	220
Computer Systems Design and Related Services	180
Couriers and Express Delivery Services	150

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Salaries

U.S. National Averages.

Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technicians
Average Annual Salary	$62,260
Average Hourly Wage	$29.93
Total Employment	9,290