Electronics Technician labor category
Electronics Technician is a government contracting labor category with levels I through IV. GSA ceiling rates run about $59–$132/hr depending on level. That's what the government pays the contractor, not your salary.
Updated Oct 21, 2026 · Data: GSA CALC+
What a Electronics Technician does
You will often see these roles categorized by experience levels: Level I typically requires basic technical training or a high school diploma and focuses on routine troubleshooting; Level II involves more independent diagnostic work; and Levels III and IV involve complex systems integration, leadership responsibilities, and oversight of mission-critical hardware. As a transitioning service member, your military occupational specialty often maps directly to these levels based on your years of hands-on experience and technical certifications. Whether maintaining radar systems, network infrastructure, or specialized sensors, your primary goal is ensuring that equipment remains operational and meets strict government performance standards and safety regulations.
Typical Electronics Technician duties
- Install, calibrate, and maintain sophisticated electronic equipment according to technical specifications.
- Perform diagnostic testing to identify and resolve hardware malfunctions in a timely manner.
- Document maintenance activities, repair logs, and system performance metrics for contract compliance.
- Interpret technical schematics, wiring diagrams, and blueprints to facilitate complex installations.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate new hardware upgrades into existing mission systems.
Electronics Technician levels, requirements, and GSA CALC+ rates
Levels map to years of relevant experience. A degree can substitute for years (about 2 years per step).
| Level | Experience | Most common education | GSA ceiling rate, 25th–75th ($/hr) | GSA ceiling rate, median ($/hr) | Rough salary estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level I | 0–3 yrs | High School | $59/hr – $80/hr | $68/hr | $59k–$79k |
| Level II | 4–7 yrs | High School | $63/hr – $93/hr | $76/hr | $66k–$87k |
| Level III | 8–12 yrs | High School | $84/hr – $132/hr | $98/hr | $85k–$113k |
| Level IV | 13+ yrs | High School | Not enough data | Not enough data | — |
- Most common education
- High School
- GSA ceiling, 25th–75th
- $59/hr – $80/hr
- GSA ceiling, median
- $68/hr
- Rough salary estimate
- $59k–$79k
- Most common education
- High School
- GSA ceiling, 25th–75th
- $63/hr – $93/hr
- GSA ceiling, median
- $76/hr
- Rough salary estimate
- $66k–$87k
- Most common education
- High School
- GSA ceiling, 25th–75th
- $84/hr – $132/hr
- GSA ceiling, median
- $98/hr
- Rough salary estimate
- $85k–$113k
- Most common education
- High School
- GSA ceiling, 25th–75th
- Not enough data
- GSA ceiling, median
- Not enough data
- Rough salary estimate
- —
GSA ceiling rate: what the government pays the contractor, not your salary. It includes overhead, benefits, and profit. Source: GSA CALC+, current contract year, synced Oct 25, 2026, 297 rates.
Common certifications: OSHA 30-Hour General Industry, Certified Generator Technician, NFPA 70E Electrical Safety, CompTIA A+, Six Sigma Yellow Belt, OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety, Certified Electrical Inspector, NFPA 70E Electrical Safety Certification
Clearance for this labor category
About 8% of Electronics Technician GSA rates require a clearance. Put your clearance on the very first line of your resume, under your name and contact info. Level and status only. Never list program names, SCI caveats, or classified details. Use the free Clearance Formatter.
Military codes that map to Electronics Technician
Sample Electronics Technician resume bullets
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- Maintained and repaired a fleet of 50+ mission-critical communication assets, ensuring 99.9% equipment availability for contract requirements.
- Reduced equipment downtime by 15% through the implementation of a proactive preventative maintenance schedule for a $2M electronics inventory.
- Led a team of 4 junior technicians in the installation of complex radar systems across 12 facilities, finishing the project two weeks ahead of schedule.
What level Electronics Technician are you?
Enter your years, education, certifications, and clearance. Get your likely level, the GSA rate range for that level, and what would move you up.
With 0 years of relevant experience and a no degree, your effective experience is about 0 years. Under the common GSA CALC+ rule that a degree step substitutes for roughly 2 years, that maps to Level I. Verify against the specific contract.
Move up · To reach Level II, add about 4 more years of relevant experience, or earn a certification the contract requires (e.g. Security+, PMP) that the contract requires.
GSA ceiling rate: what the government pays the contractor, not your salary. It includes overhead, benefits, and profit. Source: GSA CALC+, current contract year, synced Oct 25, 2026, 162 rates.
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Electronics Technician labor category: quick answers
How does my military training map to these levels?
Level I generally aligns with entry-level technical backgrounds, while Level III and IV require significant hands-on experience, often found in senior NCO or warrant officer roles.
Is a security clearance required for these roles?
Only about 8 percent of these roles require a clearance, though having one can make you more competitive for specialized federal programs.
What is the typical pay range for an Electronics Technician?
Based on GSA data, hourly rates typically range from $68 to over $98 depending on the required skill level, the complexity of the equipment, and the geographic location of the contract.
Do I need a college degree to get hired?
No, a high school diploma or GED is the standard education requirement, though professional certifications can significantly boost your employability.
What is the difference between Level I and Level IV?
Level I roles are focused on executing standard maintenance tasks, while Level IV roles involve higher levels of technical authority, project management, and problem solving for complex system failures.
Reviewed by the Good to Go team · Last updated 2026-10-21 · Sources: GSA CALC+, O*NET
More about this roleShow
You will often see these roles categorized by experience levels: Level I typically requires basic technical training or a high school diploma and focuses on routine troubleshooting; Level II involves more independent diagnostic work; and Levels III and IV involve complex systems integration, leadership responsibilities, and oversight of mission-critical hardware. As a transitioning service member, your military occupational specialty often maps directly to these levels based on your years of hands-on experience and technical certifications. Whether maintaining radar systems, network infrastructure, or specialized sensors, your primary goal is ensuring that equipment remains operational and meets strict government performance standards and safety regulations.
Each contract defines its own labor categories and levels, so confirm the fit against the posting. Pay figures here are estimates from GSA CALC+ ceiling rates, not a guarantee.
Find your Electronics Technician level
Enter your years, education, certifications, and clearance. Get your likely level and the GSA rate range for it.
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