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Photonics Technicians
Job Information
Build, install, test, or maintain optical or fiber optic equipment, such as lasers, lenses, or mirrors, using spectrometers, interferometers, or related equipment.
Information
- Electrical and electronic engineering technicians make up 33 percent of all engineering technicians.
- Employment of engineering technicians is influenced by economic conditions similar to those which affect engineers; as a result, job outlook varies by specialty.
- Opportunities will be best for individuals with an associate degree or other postsecondary training in engineering technology.
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Personality | I'm hands on |
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Salary | $58,670/yr ($29.34/hr) |
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Job Outlook | Average |
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Education | Bachelors |