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Job outlook for measurement controls specialists in the United States
Are measurement controls specialist jobs in demand?
Measurement controls specialist job and salary trends over time
Measurement controls specialist jobs over time
Measurement controls specialist job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,329 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 1,501 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 1,549 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 1,533 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 1,413 | 0.00% |
Average measurement controls specialist salary over time
Measurement controls specialist salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $56,357 | $27.09 | +4.3% |
| 2024 | $54,050 | $25.99 | +3.6% |
| 2023 | $52,161 | $25.08 | +0.4% |
| 2022 | $51,957 | $24.98 | +2.4% |
| 2021 | $50,719 | $24.38 | +0.8% |
Measurement controls specialist jobs by state
Most common states for measurement controls specialists
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 137 | 20% |
| 2 | Delaware | 961,939 | 96 | 10% |
| 3 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 276 | 9% |
| 4 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 69 | 9% |
| 5 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 50 | 9% |
| 6 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 515 | 8% |
| 7 | Nebraska | 1,920,076 | 145 | 8% |
| 8 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 113 | 8% |
| 9 | Vermont | 623,657 | 52 | 8% |
| 10 | North Carolina | 10,273,419 | 669 | 7% |
| 11 | Michigan | 9,962,311 | 666 | 7% |
| 12 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 592 | 7% |
| 13 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 408 | 7% |
| 14 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 369 | 7% |
| 15 | Hawaii | 1,427,538 | 98 | 7% |
| 16 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 76 | 7% |
| 17 | South Dakota | 869,666 | 60 | 7% |
| 18 | Alaska | 739,795 | 55 | 7% |
| 19 | Kansas | 2,913,123 | 179 | 6% |
| 20 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 122 | 6% |
Most common cities for measurement controls specialists
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Stanton | 1 | 3% | $63,409 |
| 2 | West Des Moines | 1 | 2% | $72,731 |
| 3 | Escondido | 1 | 1% | $62,654 |
| 4 | Atlanta | 1 | 0% | $47,498 |
| 5 | Chandler | 1 | 0% | $61,671 |
Measurement Controls Specialist job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of measurement controls specialist experts
Thomas Jefferson University and Philadelphia University
Brian George Ph.D.
Associate ProfessorThomas Jefferson University and Philadelphia University
Industrial Engineering
What skills stand out on Measurement Controls Specialist resumes?
Brian George Ph.D.: For those with engineering degrees, there are usually courses that are the same across most engineering programs, and graduates will have the ability to address math, science, and engineering problems. What can stand out are courses like product development, problem-solving, data analysis classes, internships, co-ops, and summer jobs where students can apply the theory they learned in the classroom to real-world situations.
What soft skills should all Measurement Controls Specialists possess?
Brian George Ph.D.: As far as soft skills, the ability to communicate verbally and via writing, work together with people from different backgrounds, and brainstorm and critical thinking are all important soft skills, such as networking.
What skills will help Measurement Controls Specialists earn the most?
Brian George Ph.D.: Skills that companies desire are the ability to complete work on time, the ability to work with others, professionalism, a strong work ethic, leadership, and communication skills.
What hard/technical skills are most important for Measurement Controls Specialists?
Brian George Ph.D.: Hard/technical skills needed for a position may be dependent upon the position itself. It is hard to say exactly what hard/technical skills are the most important without knowing the exact job description, but knowing how to find information to solve problems can be as important as knowing how to do the required work. Knowledge of engineering will be important for our graduates, but sometimes having experience or knowledge in other fields can be just as valuable, as is the ability to read technical papers and patents and understand them.