Design or configure wired, wireless, and satellite communications systems for voice, video, and data services. Supervise installation, service, and maintenance.
Telecommunications Engineering Specialists
SOC: 15-1241 O*NET: 15-1241.01
Median Salary
$130,390
per year
Job Growth
🚀 11.9%
Much Faster (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
11.2
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Job Zone 3
Design or configure wired, wireless, and satellite communications systems for voice, video, and data services. Supervise installation, service, and maintenance.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$78,234
25th
$104,312
50th (Median)
$130,390
75th
$156,468
90th
$195,585
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
High Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:179,200
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+11.9%
Annual Openings:11,200
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)179,200
Current
2034 (Projected)200,600
+11.9%
+21,400
Employment Change
+11.9%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: Faster than average
Key Growth Factors
- •Faster than average growth expected
- •High current market demand
Top Skills
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Active Learning
Active Learning
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
✓
Operations Monitoring
Operations Monitoring
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Systems Analysis
Systems Analysis
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Telecommunications
✓
Computers and Electronics
✓
Engineering and Technology
✓
English Language
✓
Mathematics
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Administration and Management
✓
Design
Education & Training
Education Required
Vocational school, on-the-job training, or associate degree
Experience Required
Previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience required
Job Training
Training of more than one year