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Physiological Measurement TechnicianAerospace Engineer
Approx. starting salaryNot yet verifiedNot yet verified
Degree requirementOften useful but not essentialOften useful but not essential
Typical routeApprenticeship, DegreeA levels, Apprenticeship, Degree
Work environmentHealthcareOffice, Workshop
People interactionLess soLess so
Hands-on workYesLess so
ResearchLess soLess so
Career progressionProgress to chartered engineer, technical specialist, chief engineer or programme manager.

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