Electronics Engineers, Except Computer
SOC code 17-2072 · O*NET-SOC 17-2072.00 · Considerable preparation needed · Science and engineering
Bright Outlook — O*NET expects rapid growth for this occupation
Electronics Engineers, Except Computer pay
U.S. national figures, May 2025 BLS survey · How we got this number
Median pay
$130,220
a year
Hourly
$62.60
per hour
The solid band is the middle 50% of workers; the bar spans the 10th to 90th percentile.
Average pay
$137,280
$66.00 per hour
Middle 50%
$101,680 – $167,670
25th to 75th percentile
Full spread
$81,840 – $206,960
10th to 90th percentile
People employed
96,900
nationwide
National U.S. figure, May 2025. Local pay can be higher or lower.
- 10th percentile
- $81,840
- $39.35/hr
- 25th percentile
- $101,680
- $48.88/hr
- Median percentile
- $130,220
- $62.60/hr
- 75th percentile
- $167,670
- $80.61/hr
- 90th percentile
- $206,960
- $99.50/hr
What do 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.
The tasks that matter most day to day
- Design electronic components, software, products, or systems for commercial, industrial, medical, military, or scientific applications.
- Operate computer-assisted engineering or design software or equipment to perform electronics engineering tasks.
- Evaluate project work to ensure effectiveness, technical adequacy, or compatibility in the resolution of complex electronics engineering problems.
- Direct or coordinate activities concerned with manufacture, construction, installation, maintenance, operation, or modification of electronic equipment, products, or systems.
- Confer with engineers, customers, vendors, or others to discuss existing or potential electronics engineering projects or products.
- Provide technical support or instruction to staff or customers regarding electronics equipment standards.
- Recommend repair or design modifications of electronics components or systems, based on factors such as environment, service, cost, or system capabilities.
- Prepare 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.
How to qualify for this work
Most people in this role hold bachelor's degree — 83% of workers surveyed reported it as their level of education.
Preparation level: zone 4 — Considerable preparation needed
- Education
- 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.
Education reported by people doing this job
- Bachelor's Degree83%
- Associate's Degree or other 2-year degree14%
- Master's Degree3%
Common questions
How much does an electronics engineers, except computer earn?
The national median is $130,220 a year. The full range runs from $81,840 at the 10th percentile to $206,960 at the 90th — entry pay sits closer to the lower figure, and experience, licensing and specialisation move you up the range.
Can you become an electronics engineers, except computer without a degree?
Not usually — this occupation sits in preparation zone 4, where the typical entry route is most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not. The education breakdown above shows what people in the role actually reported.
Skills and knowledge you need
Core skills
- Reading Comprehension4.0/5
- Critical Thinking4.0/5
- Speaking3.9/5
- Active Listening3.8/5
- Writing3.5/5
- Mathematics3.5/5
- Monitoring3.4/5
Knowledge areas
- Engineering and Technology4.8/5
- Computers and Electronics4.5/5
- Design4.3/5
- Mathematics4.0/5
- English Language3.8/5
- Mechanical3.2/5
- Physics3.2/5
- Education and Training3.0/5
Transferable strengths: Complex Problem Solving, Judgment and Decision Making, Systems Analysis.