Program Overview

What is Electronic Systems Engineering Technology?

Electronic Systems Engineering Technology (ESET) combines elements of electronics, embedded systems, communications, project management and testing to innovate tomorrow’s intelligent products and systems today.

What do ESET graduates do?

Think about the technology that powers your daily life - from the smartphone in your hand and the electronics in your car to the connected systems that support the internet, healthcare and modern industry. As an ESET student, you will learn how to innovate, design, develop and advance electronics-based products, systems and services as part of multidisciplinary teams that are shaping the future.

With an ESET degree, you will be prepared for a rewarding, long-term career across a range of industries, including automotive, aerospace, oil and gas, medical technology, communications and energy. Your early-career opportunities may include roles such as software engineer, test engineer, network engineer, sales consultant, applications engineer, project manager and product engineer.

As your career progresses, you can pursue technical and leadership pathways that may lead to executive-level positions such as manager, director, vice-president and president. Depending on your career goals, you may also pursue professional engineering licensure and industry certifications that support your continued growth and advancement.

Where do ESET graduates work?

As an ESET graduate, you can work in a diverse set of both large and small companies where knowledge of electronic hardware, software and systems is required and valued. You might also pursue entrepreneurial opportunities as part of your long-term career by joining a startup company or forming your own business ventures. Examples of companies that hire ESET graduates include:

Why study Electronic Systems at Texas A&M?

If you enjoy hands-on learning and applying math, science and engineering principles to create electronic and electromechanical products and systems, ESET is your program. From designing an autonomous robot to delivering working systems to NASA, as an ESET student, you will use the same toolsets used in industry to design, develop, document and deliver solutions to real-world customers, even as you are pursuing your degree. 

You will have the unique opportunity to apply your knowledge to real-world challenges through your capstone design experience. Over the course of nine months, you will select an idea for an intelligent product, find a real-world customer, form a small start-up company and develop and deliver a functional prototype. 

Another important strength is that our Bachelor of Science degree in Electronic Systems Engineering Technology is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET. Therefore, as an ESET graduate, you will be eligible to become a registered professional engineer in the State of Texas.