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Electronics Engineers

Electronics engineers undertake research and design, direct construction and manage the operation and maintenance of electronic motors, communications systems, microwave systems, and other electronic equipment.

£47,395

Median Salary

New workers start around £28,453. Normal pay is £47,395 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £71,431.

Daily Tasks

  • Tests, diagnoses faults and undertakes repair of electronic equipment.
  • Organises and establishes control systems to monitor performance and evaluate designs.
  • Determines and specifies appropriate production and/or installation methods and quality and safety standards.
  • Undertakes research and advises on all aspects of telecommunications equipment, radar, telemetry and remote control systems, data processing equipment, microwaves and other electronic equipment.

Skills employers are asking for

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Active Learning
  • Mathematics
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Listening
  • Monitoring
  • Learning Strategies
  • Writing
  • Speaking
  • Science

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