{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:39:13.955Z","occupation":{"soc":"17-2072.00","title":"Electronics Engineers, Except Computer","group":"Architecture & Engineering","sector":"54","jobZone":4,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers the full career arc of Electronics Engineers (Except Computer) working in commercial, industrial, medical, military, and scientific engineering environments, from supervised entry-level design support through executive-level program leadership and strategic technology direction.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Electronic component specifications — review and interpret under direct supervision to support design tasks in a commercial or industrial engineering environment.","Computer-aided design software — operate under guidance to produce basic schematic diagrams and layouts for entry-level electronics projects.","Engineering standards and technical documentation — read and apply established protocols when assisting senior engineers on product development teams.","Circuit behavior and system parameters — recognize common patterns and anomalies during bench-level testing on assigned hardware assemblies.","Project status and technical findings — communicate clearly in written reports and verbal updates when participating in structured team engineering reviews.","Proprietary hardware or software descriptions — assist in preparing draft documentation under supervision in compliance with confidentiality requirements.","Engineering or scientific software tools — execute predefined analysis routines to support electronics design verification tasks on supervised projects.","Vendor and customer technical inquiries — respond to routine questions regarding electronics equipment standards with guidance from senior staff.","Component selection criteria — apply established guidelines to identify appropriate parts for assigned subsystem designs within cost and performance constraints.","Mathematics and physics fundamentals — apply to solve structured electronics problems such as impedance calculations or signal analysis under direct oversight."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Electronic subsystems — design with reduced oversight for commercial or industrial applications using CAD tools and established engineering methodologies.","Computer-assisted engineering software — operate routinely to model, simulate, and validate electronics circuits and systems across typical project scenarios.","Technical adequacy of completed designs — evaluate against project specifications and applicable standards during structured design review processes.","Manufacturing or installation activities — coordinate with cross-functional teams to support timely and compliant production of electronic equipment.","Engineering project discussions — participate constructively with engineers, vendors, and customers to clarify requirements and resolve familiar technical issues.","Electronics equipment standards — provide technical instruction to junior staff or customers in areas within the engineer's established domain of expertise.","Design or repair modifications — recommend based on environmental conditions, cost constraints, and system capability data gathered during field or lab analysis.","Product cost and schedule documentation — prepare accurately using ERP and file versioning software to support product development milestone reviews.","Systems analysis techniques — apply to assess interactions among electronic subsystems and identify performance gaps in moderately complex product architectures.","Quality control data — analyze using scientific software to detect trends and support continuous improvement in electronics manufacturing or test environments."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex electronic systems — design autonomously for medical, military, or scientific applications, balancing performance, reliability, and regulatory requirements.","Advanced CAD and simulation environments — leverage across the full project lifecycle to optimize electronics designs and resolve non-routine engineering challenges.","Technical and compatibility issues — evaluate independently across multi-disciplinary electronics programs, applying systems analysis to resolve root causes efficiently.","Cross-functional manufacturing and installation programs — direct end-to-end, ensuring electronic equipment meets operational and quality standards throughout deployment.","Strategic engineering consultations — lead with engineers, customers, and vendors to shape project scope, negotiate technical trade-offs, and align stakeholder expectations.","Electronics equipment standards and best practices — author and disseminate authoritative technical guidance adopted by project teams and external clients.","System-level redesign recommendations — develop based on comprehensive assessment of service history, environmental factors, cost impact, and capability roadmaps.","Confidential proprietary documentation — produce with precision, covering hardware and software specifications, performance weaknesses, and product introduction schedules.","Operations analysis methods — apply to evaluate existing electronics systems and identify targeted improvements in efficiency, reliability, and safety.","Emerging technologies and scientific literature — critically synthesize to integrate innovative solutions into current product development cycles within the engineering organization."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Electronics engineering program strategy — define and lead at the organizational level, setting technical direction for portfolios spanning commercial, industrial, and defense markets.","Enterprise CAD, ERP, and development environment platforms — govern adoption and standards across engineering departments to ensure consistency and scalability.","Organization-wide engineering quality — establish evaluation frameworks and review governance that ensure technical adequacy and regulatory compliance across all projects.","Large-scale manufacturing, installation, and system modification programs — oversee at executive level, managing risk, resource allocation, and cross-site coordination.","Executive-level partnerships — cultivate with key customers, government agencies, and strategic vendors to co-develop next-generation electronics products and systems.","Engineering capability development — design and implement training strategies and mentorship programs that elevate technical competence across the engineering workforce.","Technology investment and innovation roadmaps — lead development of, aligning electronics system design priorities with long-range organizational and market objectives.","Intellectual property and proprietary documentation governance — establish policies ensuring accurate, secure, and legally compliant product specifications and technical records.","Systems evaluation criteria — create enterprise standards for assessing electronics system performance, enabling data-driven decisions on product lifecycle and modernization.","Cross-disciplinary scientific and engineering knowledge — integrate across physics, software, and mechanical domains to lead breakthrough solutions for the most complex organizational challenges."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}