career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Electronics Engineers, Except Computer and General and Operations Managers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | General and Operations Managers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2072 | 11-1021 |
| title | Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | General and Operations Managers |
| onet code | 17-2072.00 | 11-1021.00 |
| description | 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. | 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 | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 11 |
| tot emp | 93,940 | 3,584,420 |
| a mean | 132,500 | 133,120 |
| a median | 127,590 | 102,950 |
| a pct10 | 79,390 | 47,420 |
| a pct25 | 98,920 | 67,160 |
| a pct75 | 164,000 | 164,130 |
| a pct90 | 199,060 | N/A |
| h mean | 63 | 64 |
| h median | 61 | 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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