Compare Photonics Engineers & Robotics Engineers District Of Columbia

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Salary

View the mid-level salary in both your current job and your selected occupation. (Annual salaries apply to people who work full-time year-round.)

Photonics Engineers $151,500
Robotics Engineers $151,500

Similar skills & knowledge

These skills are commonly used in both your current job and your selected occupation.

Writing
Writing things for co-workers or customers.

Physics
Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships, and applications to understanding fluid, material, and atmospheric dynamics, and mechanical, electrical, atomic and sub- atomic structures and processes.

Active Learning
Figuring out how to use new ideas or things.

Engineering and Technology
Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.

Mathematics
Using math to solve problems.

Science
Using scientific rules and strategies to solve problems.

Mathematics
Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.

Critical Thinking
Thinking about the pros and cons of different ways to solve a problem.

Speaking
Talking to others.

Reading Comprehension
Reading work-related information.

Active Listening
Listening to others, not interrupting, and asking good questions.

Systems Analysis
Figuring out how a system should work and how changes in the future will affect it.

Instructing
Teaching people how to do something.

Chemistry
Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.

Complex Problem Solving
Noticing a problem and figuring out the best way to solve it.

Operations Analysis
Figuring out what a product or service needs to be able to do.

Judgment and Decision Making
Thinking about the pros and cons of different options and picking the best one.

Technology Design
Making equipment and technology useful for customers.

Operations Monitoring
Watching gauges, dials, or display screens to make sure a machine is working.

Quality Control Analysis
Testing how well a product or service works.


skills & knowledge Gaps

These are areas where you might have skill gaps. People working in your selected job generally need higher levels in these skill and knowledge areas than people working in your current job.

Installation Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Photonics Engineers
Photonics Engineers
Very Low
Installation Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Robotics Engineers
Robotics Engineers
Medium

Installation
Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or computer programs.

Education and Training Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Photonics Engineers
Photonics Engineers
Low
Education and Training Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Robotics Engineers
Robotics Engineers
Medium

Education and Training
Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.

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Mechanical Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Photonics Engineers
Photonics Engineers
Medium
Mechanical Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Robotics Engineers
Robotics Engineers
Very High

Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

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Equipment Maintenance Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Photonics Engineers
Photonics Engineers
Low
Equipment Maintenance Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Robotics Engineers
Robotics Engineers
Medium

Equipment Maintenance
Planning and doing the basic maintenance on equipment.

Programming Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Photonics Engineers
Photonics Engineers
Low
Programming Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Robotics Engineers
Robotics Engineers
Medium

Programming
Writing computer programs.

Management of Personnel Resources Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Photonics Engineers
Photonics Engineers
Low
Management of Personnel Resources Skills & Knowledge Gaps for Robotics Engineers
Robotics Engineers
Medium

Management of Personnel Resources
Selecting and managing the best workers for a job.


Typical Level Of Training

See how much education people typically have in your selected job, and then use the link to find training programs in your local area.

Typical level Of training for Photonics Engineers
Photonics Engineers

Bachelor's degree

Typical level Of training for Robotics Engineers
Robotics Engineers

Licensing

Many states require licenses for certain jobs. See if your selected occupation requires a license and if so, follow the link to find information for your state.

Licensing for Photonics Engineers
Photonics Engineers

License may be required in District of Columbia

Licensing for Robotics Engineers
Robotics Engineers

License may be required in District of Columbia


Certification

Certifications help you get ahead or qualify for different jobs. You usually have to pass a test to earn one, and then you can show employers that you have the skills and knowledge needed to do well on the job.

Certification for Photonics Engineers
Photonics Engineers

1 related certifications

Certification for Robotics Engineers
Robotics Engineers

7 related certifications

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