by our College Data Analytics TeamIn the latest year, 1 U.S. colleges awarded 1 degrees and certificates in Radar Communications & Systems Technology. Graduates earn a median $54,214 one year after completing, rising to $62,427 after four years.
Studying Radar Communications & Systems Technology involves the study of Radar Communications And Systems Technology. A Program That Focuses On The Principles, Technology And Maintenance Of Air, Sea And Ground-Based Radar Systems. Includes Instruction In Electronic Principles And Digital Techniques, Transistors And Solid-State Component Theory, Radar Systems; Maintenance Technology, Data Processing Systems, Wiring And Circuit Schematics, Maintenance Management, Safety Procedures, And Applications To Specific Systems And Services.
Source: IPEDS 2025; College Scorecard July 2026; BLS; O*NET; College Factual rankings. Data as of: July 2026.
Nationwide, radar communications & systems technology draws strong interest, with 1 degrees awarded annually. 1 colleges award radar communications & systems technology degrees, an average of 1 graduates per school; the largest program awarded 1.
All 1 of the awards are master’s degrees, the only level colleges reported.
O*NET rates Reading Comprehension the most important skill for jobs related to radar communications & systems technology, at 3.7 out of 5. The key knowledge areas are Engineering and Technology, Computers and Electronics and Mathematics. The most important abilities are Near Vision, Problem Sensitivity and Written Comprehension.
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How long a radar communications & systems technology degree takes:
| Degree | Typical Program Length | Graduates Annually |
|---|---|---|
| Master’s Degree | 1-3 years | 1 |
High school diploma or equivalent is the most common level of education among workers in jobs related to radar communications & systems technology, at 47.2%.
| Level of Education | Percentage of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma or equivalent | 47.2% |
| Associate’s degree (or other 2-year) | 25.4% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 9.2% |
| Postsecondary certificate | 6.9% |
| Some college courses | 6.8% |
| Master’s degree | 2.3% |
| Post-baccalaureate certificate | 2.2% |
Source: O*NET Online.
3 occupations are related to Radar Communications & Systems Technology, with an average median salary of $95,412; the strongest outlook belongs to Non-Destructive Testing Specialists, at 3.0% projected job growth. Typical job titles include Test Technician (Test Tech), Laser Specialist, Fiber Optics Technician (Fiber Optics Tech) and Laser Operator.
The occupation related to radar communications & systems technology with the most projected jobs is Photonics Technicians, at 306,018.
| Occupation | Projected Jobs | Expected Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Photonics Technicians | 306,018 | 1.6% |
| Non-Destructive Testing Specialists | 295,668 | 3.0% |
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | 169,705 | 2.0% |
Radar Communications & Systems Technology graduates earn a median $54,214 one year after completing their program, $62,427 after four years, according to the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
| Years Out | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $54,214 |
| 4 years | $62,427 |
Source: College Scorecard.
The highest-paying occupation related to radar communications & systems technology is Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other, with a median salary of $121,642.
| Occupation | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other | $121,642 |
| Photonics Technicians | $106,964 |
| Non-Destructive Testing Specialists | $57,631 |
Radar Communications & Systems Technology has 4 similar majors in the Military Technologies & Sciences field, which together award 225 degrees a year; the largest are Air and Space Operations Technology (116), Aerospace Ground Equipment Technology (80) and Military Information Systems Technology (15). Browse all Military Technologies & Sciences majors or the full list of college majors.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Air and Space Operations Technology | 116 |
| Aerospace Ground Equipment Technology | 80 |
| Military Information Systems Technology | 15 |
| Explosive Ordinance/Bomb Disposal | 14 |
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