career Comparison
Compare key metrics between Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers and Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers. Data sourced from BLS OEWS 2024 + O*NET 29.0 (2024).
| Metric | Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers |
|---|---|---|
| soc | 17-2151 | 15-1253 |
| title | Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers | Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers |
| onet code | 17-2151.00 | 15-1253.00 |
| description | Conduct subsurface surveys to identify the characteristics of potential land or mining development sites. May specify the ground support systems, processes, and equipment for safe, economical, and environmentally sound extraction or underground construction activities. May inspect areas for unsafe geological conditions, equipment, and working conditions. May design, implement, and coordinate mine safety programs. | 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 | 4 | 4 |
| major group | 17 | 15 |
| tot emp | 6,770 | 199,800 |
| a mean | 108,940 | 110,260 |
| a median | 101,020 | 102,610 |
| a pct10 | 62,500 | 60,690 |
| a pct25 | 81,040 | 79,520 |
| a pct75 | 129,860 | 131,870 |
| a pct90 | 163,740 | 166,960 |
| h mean | 52 | 53 |
| h median | 48 | 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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