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Calibration Technologists and Technicians

Architecture and Engineering (17-3028)
Bright Outlook

Execute or adapt procedures and techniques for calibrating measurement devices, by applying knowledge of measurement science, mathematics, physics, chemistry, and electronics, sometimes under the direction of engineering staff. Determine measurement standard suitability for calibrating measurement devices. May perform preventive maintenance on equipment. May perform corrective actions to address identified calibration problems.

At a Glance

Calibration Technologists and Technicians earns a median of $65,040/yr with +4.7% projected growth. Typical entry: Associate's degree. Top skills: The MathWorks MATLAB, Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D.

Median Annual Wage

$65,040/yr

Projected Growth (2024-34)

+4.7%

Annual Openings

1

Typical Education

Associate's degree

Skills & Requirements

Technology (14)

The MathWorks MATLAB

Category: Analytical or scientific software | Hot Technology

4.5
Autodesk AutoCAD

Category: Computer aided design CAD software | Hot Technology

4.5
Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D

Category: Computer aided design CAD software | Hot Technology

4.5
Bentley MicroStation

Category: Computer aided design CAD software | Hot Technology

4.5
Dassault Systemes SolidWorks

Category: Computer aided design CAD software | Hot Technology

4.5
Linux

Category: Operating system software | Hot Technology

4.5
Apple macOS

Category: Operating system software | Hot Technology

4.5
Microsoft Excel

Category: Spreadsheet software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5
Microsoft Office software

Category: Office suite software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5
Microsoft Outlook

Category: Electronic mail software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5
Microsoft PowerPoint

Category: Presentation software | Hot Technology | In Demand

4.5
Microsoft Project

Category: Project management software | Hot Technology

4.5
Microsoft Word

Category: Word processing software | Hot Technology

4.5
MathWorks Simulink

Category: Analytical or scientific software

4.0

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