Electronics Engineer

Code: 17-2072.00

Also known as: Design Engineer, Electronics Design Engineer, Evaluation Engineer, Integrated Circuit Design Engineer (IC Design Engineer), Product Engineer, Radio Frequency Engineer (RF Engineer), Research and Development Engineer (R&D Engineer), Test Engineer

Description: Electronics Engineers perform duties similar to those of an Electrical Engineer. They often focus on various communications systems, such as those used in GPS and broadcast technology. Generally, an Electronics Engineer needs a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in electrical or electronics engineering from an accredited school. More advanced positions will require a Master's degree as well as relevant experience.

Electronics Engineer

Typical wages


10% $69,210
25% $84,400
Median $107,540
75% $135,290
90% $167,410
10% $33.28
25% $40.58
Median $51.7
75% $65.05
90% $80.48

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
134,900
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
136,800
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 8,200