Salary Range
$50,000 to $100,000+Overview
Radio frequency identification device (RFID) specialists design, test, and install the identification systems that are used to track shipments or goods. They also train others in the details of the devices. RFID specialists work for companies that are involved in telecommunications, semiconductor and other electronic component manufacturing; architectural, engineering, and related services; federal agencies; and other types of manufacturing. These specialists are included in the electronics engineers (except computer) category in data provided by the Department of Labor. In May 2017, there were nearly 135,000 such electronics engineers, including RFID specialists, working in the United States.
Minimum Education Level
Bachelor's DegreeCertification/License
RecommendedOutlook
About as Fast as the AveragePersonality Traits
Problem-Solving
Scientific
Technical
Career Ladder
Manager, Department Head
Senior Radio Frequency Identification Device Specialist
Radio Frequency Identification Device Specialist
Apprentice, Intern
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