Advanced Manufacturing
An Industry with a Future.
The advanced manufacturing sector combines cutting-edge technology with state-of-the-art processes in order to meet the ever-changing production requirements of California’s major industries. As this sector continues to evolve and adopt new technologies, the demand for workers who possess these advanced, high-tech skills will continue to grow. A degree or certificate from your local community college can catapult you into your new career.
Careers in Advanced Manufacturing
Make great products…and a great living! Advanced manufacturing professionals are in demand.
3-D Printing | Machining | Chemical | Food | Biotech | Aerospace | Dental Equipment | Petroleum | Furniture | Household Products | Plastic Products | Paper Products | Metals | Transportation | Building Materials | Printing | Computers
Skills Gained
Get the critical knowledge and tools to succeed in an advanced manufacturing career.
Critical Thinking | Leadership | Math | Problem Solving | Teamwork | Ability to Learn | Technical Ability | Mechanical Understanding | Listening | Communication | Situational Awareness | Computer Proficiency
Earning Potential for Careers in Advanced Manufacturing
Your career education in advanced manufacturing opens doors to bigger opportunities, higher salaries, and more!
- Manufacturing Supervisor: $40,700 – $55,600
- Industrial Machinery Mechanic: $39,800 – $50,900
- Electrical Technician: $39,300 – $54,200
- Production Manager: $71,100 – $96,600
- Civil Engineering Technician: $50,500 – $65,600
- Electrical Maintenance Technician: $44,100 – $52,700
- Engineering Technician: $45,000 – $58, 700
- Aircraft Mechanic: $50,700 – $62,200
- CNC Machine Operator: $42,300 – $55,600
- Mechanical Drafter: $46,900 – $57, 418
Consider a Career in Advanced Manufacturing
Mechatronics
Fullerton College
Automation Systems Technology & Maintenance
Drafting & Design Technology
Fashion Design/Production
Metrology
Machining & Machine Tools
Manufacturing Technology
Printing & Lithography
Welding Technology
Manufacturing & Industrial Technology
Orange Coast College
Machining & Machine Tools
Welding Technology
Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Operator
Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Programmer
Machinist
Tooling
Manufacturing & Industrial Technology
Santa Ana College
Biomedical Instrumentation
Electro-Mechanical Technology
Machining & Machine Tools
Manufacturing & Industrial Technology
Welding Technology
I’m juggling kids and a business, and I was able to find something here that I could fit into…my crazy life.
Advanced Manufacturing Facts
The Orange County region accounts for 13.5% of all advanced manufacturing jobs in California.
From 2012-2017, the manufacturing sector employed more people in Orange County than any other sector (more than 250,000).
In a survey of Orange County Career Education students in manufacturing careers, 85% reported a wage increase, while 92% reported being “satisfied”or “very satisfied” with their education.
Other Future Built Industry Sectors
Orange County Community Colleges
