career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Calibration Technologists and Technicians and Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Calibration Technologists and Technicians | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3028 | 15-1253 |
| title | Calibration Technologists and Technicians | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers |
| onet code | 17-3028.00 | 15-1253.00 |
| description | Execute or adapt procedures and techniques for calibrating measurement devices, by applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electronics, sometimes under the direction of engineering staff. Determine measurement standard suitability for calibrating measurement devices. May perform preventive maintenance on equipment. May perform corrective actions to address identified calibration problems. | Develop and execute software tests to identify software problems and their causes. Test system modifications to prepare for implementation. Document software and application defects using a bug tracking system and report defects to software or web developers. Create and maintain databases of known defects. May participate in software design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, operational characteristics, product designs, and schedules. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 15 |
| tot emp | 15,320 | 199,800 |
| a mean | 71,080 | 110,260 |
| a median | 65,040 | 102,610 |
| a pct10 | 44,730 | 60,690 |
| a pct25 | 52,250 | 79,520 |
| a pct75 | 83,600 | 131,870 |
| a pct90 | 105,440 | 166,960 |
| h mean | 34 | 53 |
| h median | 31 | 49 |
The CertifyWize editorial team aggregates and verifies careers data from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0. Every statistic on this site is cross-referenced against the official source before publication, with quarterly re-verification cycles.
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