career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Computer Hardware Engineers and Materials Scientists. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Computer Hardware Engineers | Materials Scientists |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2061 | 19-2032 |
| title | Computer Hardware Engineers | Materials Scientists |
| onet code | 17-2061.00 | 19-2032.00 |
| description | Research, design, develop, or test computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military, or scientific use. May supervise the manufacturing and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components. | Research and study the structures and chemical properties of various natural and synthetic or composite materials, including metals, alloys, rubber, ceramics, semiconductors, polymers, and glass. Determine ways to strengthen or combine materials or develop new materials with new or specific properties for use in a variety of products and applications. Includes glass scientists, ceramic scientists, metallurgical scientists, and polymer scientists. |
| job zone | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 19 |
| tot emp | 75,710 | 8,330 |
| a mean | 156,770 | 111,410 |
| a median | 155,020 | 104,160 |
| a pct10 | 85,430 | 61,460 |
| a pct25 | 115,500 | 79,980 |
| a pct75 | 185,380 | 134,140 |
| a pct90 | 223,820 | 168,500 |
| h mean | 75 | 53 |
| h median | 74 | 50 |
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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