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0621 Radio Operator — Civilian Career Guide

Operates tactical radio communications equipment. Transfers to telecommunications, network operations, and emergency dispatch.

CAREER PATHS

TOP SALARY

$96,800.00

AVG SALARY

$66,740.00

Civilian Career Matches

Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Salaries are national medians — your area may vary.

Communications Specialist

SOC 49-2022

$61,080.00

median/yr

Network Technician

SOC 15-1244

$96,800.00

median/yr

Emergency Dispatcher

SOC 43-5031

$48,000.00

median/yr

Telecommunications Installer

SOC 49-2022

$61,080.00

median/yr

Skills That Transfer

Radio communicationsAntenna setupEncryption systemsSatellite communicationsTroubleshooting

Recommended Certifications

These certifications can increase your salary by 10-25% and make you more competitive for civilian roles.

FCC License

CompTIA Network+

HAM Radio License

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0621MarinesCommunications

0621 Radio Operator — Civilian Career Guide

Operates tactical radio communications equipment. Transfers to telecommunications, network operations, and emergency dispatch.

CAREER PATHS

TOP SALARY

$96,800.00

AVG SALARY

$66,740.00

Civilian Career Matches

Based on BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2024). Salaries are national medians — your area may vary.

Communications Specialist

SOC 49-2022

$61,080.00

median/yr

Network Technician

SOC 15-1244

$96,800.00

median/yr

Emergency Dispatcher

SOC 43-5031

$48,000.00

median/yr

Telecommunications Installer

SOC 49-2022

$61,080.00

median/yr

Skills That Transfer

Radio communicationsAntenna setupEncryption systemsSatellite communicationsTroubleshooting

Recommended Certifications

These certifications can increase your salary by 10-25% and make you more competitive for civilian roles.

FCC License

CompTIA Network+

HAM Radio License

Translate Your 0621 Experience to a Civilian Resume

Use our free resume builder to convert your Radio Operator skills and experience into language civilian employers understand. Built specifically for Marines veterans.