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. Excludes “Computer Hardware Engineers” (17-2061). 

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Employment Outlook	Growth Rate 0.0% Openings Per Year 209
Wages	Median Hourly $58 per hour Average Annual $121,340 per year
Education Needed	Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
Education Available in Washington	Electrical and Electronics Engineering Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering, Other Telecommunications Engineering
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