Job opportunities should be very good. Each year, many technicians will retire, be promoted, or transfer to other occupations. Preparation Most employers call for either an associate degree in electronics technology or past work experience. Apprenticeship programs are available as well. Applicants usually need work experience or training to get into these programs.
Some companies hire technicians with electronics training from the military.
Some workers move up to electronics technician jobs from working as lab assistants or electronics assemblers. Chances of moving up improve when a worker takes classes offered by the company or local schools. Electronics technicians should have good skills in math, science, and digital and analog electronics. They should be able to analyze technical information and find problems with the components or circuit board. Technicians should also be able to read circuit diagrams and run electronic testing equipment.