Robotics Technician

What your business card says:

Robotics Technician

What you'll be doing all day:

You're thinking Star Wars-type human androids that walk and talk and shoot laser rifles. Well, don't. Think Mars rover. Think remote-controlled bulldozer to cap oil well fires. Think giant robotic arm that spray paints sports cars. That's what we're talking about and what you get to make.

What someone with a little experience makes (roughly):

$43,000

What type of education you'll need:

Associate's Degree