career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians and General and Operations Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | General and Operations Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-3023 | 11-1021 |
| title | Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians | General and Operations Managers |
| onet code | 17-3023.00 | 11-1021.00 |
| description | Apply electrical and electronic theory and related knowledge, usually under the direction of engineering staff, to design, build, repair, adjust, and modify electrical components, circuitry, controls, and machinery for subsequent evaluation and use by engineering staff in making engineering design decisions. | Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors. |
| job zone | 3 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 11 |
| tot emp | 92,710 | 3,584,420 |
| a mean | 78,580 | 133,120 |
| a median | 77,180 | 102,950 |
| a pct10 | 48,250 | 47,420 |
| a pct25 | 60,610 | 67,160 |
| a pct75 | 94,810 | 164,130 |
| a pct90 | 111,790 | N/A |
| h mean | 37 | 64 |
| h median | 37 | 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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