Build your career in the growing advanced manufacturing industry! As the result of new technology, careers in manufacturing are engaging, technical and fast-paced. This is a high tech industry utilizing computer technologies, sustainable technologies, advanced robotics, and process technologies. A career in manufacturing will allow you to take part in the process of creating a meaningful product.
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
FIRST
Requires on-the-job training, work experience, and/or a high school diploma
| Job | Average Hourly Rate |
|---|---|
| Team Assembler | $18.13 |
| Machine Repair Technician | $27.87 |
NEXT
Requires 2-4 years of education beyond high school or on-the-job experience
| Job | Avg Hourly Rate |
|---|---|
| Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers | $19.36 |
| Welder, Pipefitter | $19.68 |
| Machinist | $21.50 |
| CAD Draftsman | $24.30 |
LATER
Requires 4 or more years of education beyond high school plus work experience
| Job | Avg Hourly Rate |
|---|---|
| Electrical Engineer | $43.09 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $43.17 |
| Systems Software Developer | $46.12 |
| Industrial Engineer | $50.57 |
TRAINING PATHWAYS
FIRST
Middle and high school career exploration or career academy programs
| Training Program | Institution/ School |
|---|---|
| Advanced Manufacturing Academy | King Middle School |
| Advanced Manufacturing Academy | Milton High School |
| Pre-Engineering Academy | Avalon Middle School |
| Pre-Engineering Academy | Holley Navarre Middle School |
| Pre-Engineering Academy | Sims Middle School |
| Pre-Engineering Academy | Woodlawn Beach Middle School |
| Biotech Academy | Pace High School |
| Engineering Academy | Navarre High School |
| Welding Technology | Locklin Technical College |
| Pre-Engineering | East Bay K-8 |
NEXT
Certifications, technical programs or 2-year degree programs
| Training Program | Institution/ School |
|---|---|
| A.S. Engineering Technology (Specialization in Advanced Manufacturing) | Pensacola State College |
| A.S. Engineering Technology (Specialization in Mechancial Design and Fabrication) | Pensacola State College |
| Automotive Service Technology | Locklin Technical College |
| CNC Machinist Certification | Pensacola State College |
| Electrician | Locklin Technical CollegeOkaloosa Technical College |
| Heating, Ventillation, Air Conditioning/Refrigeration | Locklin Technical CollegeOkaloosa Technical College |
| Manufacturing Automation | Pensacola State College |
| Welding Certification | Pensacola State College |
| Welding Technology | Locklin Technical CollegeOkaloosa Technical College |
| Welding Technology Advanced | Locklin Technical College |
LATER
Bachelor's, master's or doctoral programs
| Training Program | Institution/ School |
|---|---|
| B.S. Computer Science | University of West Florida |
| B.S. Electrical Engineering | University of West Florida |
| B.S. Mechanical Engineering | University of West Florida |
| Computer Engineering | University of West Florida |
| Electrical Engineering | University of West Florida |
| Management Information Systems | University of West Florida |
| Mechanical Engineering | University of West Florida |
| Supply Chain Logistics Management | University of West Florida |