1. Rotary Drill Operators – $40,000 – $70,000
These workers operate the large drilling machines that are used to reach oil and natural gas deposits, and the average salary is around fifty nine thousand annually. The job involves a good bit of work including the operation of the drill, monitor gauges, keeping track of safety issues, training new employees, and much more.

2. Commercial Divers – $45,000 – $68,000
Most Commercial Divers make around fifty eight thousand each year. They may complete many different tasks, but will be required to do so under water. Usually, SCUBA certification will be required for employment but no college degrees are needed. They normally repair, inspect, and install equipment, inspect or repair underwater structures, conduct experiments, and handle a variety of other tasks in their daily routine.

3. Railroad Conductors or Railmasters – $44,500 – $65,000
Railroad Conductors coordinate all of the activities occurring on a train at any given time, including its operation, the staff onboard, and any passengers that may be on board. They can work in passenger trains or industrial shipping trains, and are responsible for all aspects of the train’s journey. Railmasters are similar, but they coordinate and manage the activities occurring at a railyard or train station. This includes all employee activity, train arrivals or departures, and more. Average salaries are around fifty five thousand dollars.

4. Real Estate Agents – $25,000 – $250,000
Real Estate Agents will earn a salary that depends entirely upon their ability to sell property. While many will be paid a base salary, it’s usually comparatively low. They do earn a commission on every real estate transaction they’re involved in, however, which means that top sellers can make well over a quarter million in a year – although that is extremely rare. More likely, they’ll earn an average of around fifty three thousand each year. They help sellers list properties for sell and help buyers find the right home for them and then represent their client in all aspects of the sale to ensure total satisfaction. Local real estate markets, employment, and other economic conditions may influence sales in any given year.

5. Truck Drivers – $34,000 – $100,000
Truck Drivers average an annual salary of around fifty four thousand, but the exact number will depend largely upon whom they drive for and their method of payment. Most truckers are paid by the mile, meaning that the more they drive, the more they make. They need to complete a CDL training course in order to take on a job, but in most cases a trucking company will pay for the program in exchange for an agreement to drive for them for a set period of time.

6. Chemical Plant Operators – $42,000 – $76,000
A Chemical Plan Operator oversees the various aspects of a chemical plant including controlling the machines that manage the creation or management of the chemicals. Monitoring gauges and recording equipment, adjusting settings, controlling chemical processes, managing safety issues, and much more are all aspects of the job. Average salaries are around fifty four thousand dollars depending on experience, position, and employer.

7. Subway Operators $38,000 – $62,000
These professionals are responsible for the operation of subways, streetcars, and elevated rail systems. They may handle fares or may simply be focused on the operation of the train system, but average salaries in the field are around fifty three thousand.

8. Postal Clerks $32,000 – $59,000
Postal Clerks earn an average annual salary of around fifty one thousand and they handle all duties within the post office. This includes receiving packages and letters, sorting, customer service, management of employees, and much more. Pay varies according to experience and position.

9. Brickmasons $20,000-$65,000
Brickmasons are the highest paid construction workers, and may work with brick, block, tile, cement, and more to create structures and foundations. Pay depends on experience and area of expertise, with large commercial masons earning more than small, locally owned residential masonry companies. Laborers usually earn an average wage and work their way upward in position and pay.

References:

• http://www.myplan.com/careers/top-ten/highest-paying-without-college.php

1. Computer Specialist – $50,000 – $75,000
Numerous areas of concentration fall under this category, but the bottom line is that a computer specialist will earn higher than average salaries without the long years spent in school earning a graduate degree. This could include tech workers, IT specialists, network security experts, and more. Nearly all companies and organizations in the world rely on computers for multiple aspects of their operations, which means that the demand for computer specialists will only continue to grow for the foreseeable future.

2. Nuclear Technician – $58,000 – $73,000
A nuclear technician has several responsibilities. They monitor radiation levels to guard against dangers, conduct research and tests on nuclear equipment, manage nuclear facilities, and operate various pieces of equipment in nuclear installations. In many cases they find employment in power plants, government positions, or assisting graduate level nuclear scientists who are conducting various research experiments concerning the field. They earn an average of sixty eight thousand dollars annually.

3. Radiation Therapist – $58,000 – $73,000
A radiation therapist is qualified to perform scans and procedures in a medic al setting using various pieces of radiation technology. The goal is to help treat cancer and tumors, not to make a diagnosis. Their abilities are largely limited to nothing more than the operation of the technology and explaining to patients just what they should expect, but they earn well above the national average and are one of the highest paid professions on the market for those with just an associate’s degree.

4. Dental Hygienist – $50,000 – $70,000
This field is one of the fastest growing in the country, and is obtainable through a two year degree and certification awarded after a basic examination. These dental professionals provide a variety of basic care services including cleanings, X-rays, and examinations. When they finish, they report any issues to the dentist who then addresses courses of treatment with the patient. Demand for dental hygienists is rapidly growing and is expected to continue to do so.

5. Nuclear Medicine Technologist – $50,000 – $67,000
These medical professionals are responsible for administering various tests and procedures to patients that involve radioactive materials. It’s usually used to monitor the f unction of internal organs or systems, and the career opportunities in the field are continuing to expand quickly making it an excellent field to enter.

6. Fashion Designer – $49,000 – $60,000
It may surprise many to learn that fashion designers are among the top paid associate’s degree holders, but it’s true. They study fashion trends and create new lines or articles of clothing, and may find employment for a firm or on their own. It’s a competitive industry, and not everyone finds success, but those that do work in a high paying field that is personally satisfying as well.

7. Commercial Pilot – $47,000 – $59,000
A commercial pilot requires training and certification from aviation school and will need to be licensed for commercial airline flight, but when those requirements are met they are among the most highly paid professionals in the field. They can find employment for numerous airlines around the world.

8. Diagnostic Medical Sonographer – $45,000 – $58,000
Earning an average of around fifty seven thousand each year, a medical sonographer use sonography equipment to help physicians make a diagnosis of disease or injury and to monitor the development of unborn children during pregnancy. They aren’t qualified to make a diagnosis themselves, but instead capture images during the procedure and then provide them to the physician.

9. Registered Nurse – $45,000 – $58,000
Registered nurses are in high demand, and the need for them will only grow over the future. They provide high quality medical care to patients in hospitals and medical centers and earn around fifty seven thousand dollars annually, on average. It’s a personally rewarding career path and one that offers excellent benefits, job stability, and higher than average pay with only a two year associate’s degree required.

References:

• http://www.cnn.com/2006/US/Careers/05/04/cb.associates/
• http://hr.blr.com/HR-news/Compensation/Compensation-Administration/25-Highest-Paying-Jobs-Requiring-Associates-Degree/

1. Medical Scientist – $70,000 – $95,000
A medical scientist is an expert in the field, and they complete a wide range of different research with the ultimate purpose of improving human health and quality of life. These professionals conduct research into numerous different aspects of health, and may do so at a cellular level or any other level. In many cases they focus on one specific aspect of medical science such as virology, immunology, oncology, or some other topic. Using their research, they analyze the data and discoveries and try to develop tools and treatments to overcome various issues. The need for medical scientists is expected to increase by forty percent over the next few years.

2. Biochemists – $75,000 – $100,000
A biochemist studies the chemical reactions that drive forward biology and biological events. This could involve something like cell division, reproduction, or even the chemical reactions that occur within the brain. They may focus on various areas of study within the biochemical field or focus on the subject in a broad manner. They mainly focus on research, but some may choose to participate in inspection or product development for private companies.

3. Biophysicist – $75,000 – $100,000
A biophysicist is similar to a biochemist, but they study the interaction between biological organisms and physics. This can lead to medical breakthroughs, new discoveries in science, or even something like the development of a new consumer product. Private companies, research centers, universities, and the government are the main employers of a biophysicist and there is expected to be job growth of around thirty eight percent over the next few years.

4. Anthropologist – $49,000 – $79,000
An anthropologist is a scientist who studies the history and culture of people around the world. This includes rituals, way of life, languages, art, society, and history. In many cases an anthropologist chooses to focus their studies on one specific group of people or region of the world. A deep pool of knowledge and training is needed to work in this field, which involves anatomy, history, and more. Employment opportunities are expected to grow by around twenty eight percent over the next few years, and those entering the field may find themselves working almost anywhere in the world.

5. Archaeologist – $49,000 – $79,000
Archaeologists are focused on learning about history through the discovery and analyzation of artifacts. Most people recognize them as the scientists who dig up dinosaurs or pyramids, but there are archaeologists all around the world focusing on the animals, lands, and civilizations of years gone by. They perform digs, analyze fossils or artifacts, develop and test theories related to those items, consult with colleagues, and much more. Some are employed by universities, museums, and other similar institutions. The job market is expected to increase by almost thirty percent over the next few years, and archaeology isn’t just a fast growing field but one that is highly interesting as well.

6. Industrial Organizational Psychologist – $70,000 – $120,000
The salary of an industrial organizational psychologist depends upon location, experience, education, and employer. Essentially, these professionals work with companies to analyze employee behavior and opinions and then develop strategies to improve morale, boost productivity, and increase profit margin as a whole. Most work for private consulting firms while others are actually employed full time by a single company, working virtually nonstop to help assess employees’ mental well-being and suggest changes to it.

7. Geographer – $60,000 – $75,000
A geographer studies the various composition, features, inhabitants, and events within a region or a specific type of land. They may be able to make predictions about the future development of the land, answer questions about it past, and even help with environmental issues that are affecting it. The average geographer makes around $66,000 dollars annually, and the field is expected to experience a growth of twenty six percent over the future.

References:

• http://careerplanning.about.com/od/exploringoccupations/tp/hi_growth_mast.htm

1. Engineering Management – $100,000 – $135,000
Engineering managers combine the two disciplines of business management with engineering to ensure that they serve vital roles in the field. They not only help with the design and development of new products and advancements, but their managerial skills ensure that the lab is operated in a streamlined and cost efficient way and that companies are actually able to have the information needed to develop, release, and even market their new development to consumers and clients.

2. Chief Executive Officer – $100,000 – $500,000
Earning a Master’s in Business Administration, or MBA, is the best educational step one can take towards becoming the CEO of a company. The larger and more profitable the company, the more a CEO may make. In the largest companies on the planet, like Facebook, CEOs may earn as much as four million in a single year. A CEO is the key decision maker for a company, and they plan strategies for the long and short term future while managing many aspects of daily operations.

3. Physicist – $95,000 – $120,00
A physicist can specialize in a number of different areas of study. They normally assume jobs in research centers, studying their field and conducting experiments to help further science and even aid in the development of new tools and technologies. Subjects include astrophysics, nuclear physics, atmospheric physics, and more. These professionals may be employed by the government, by universities, or by private research organizations.

4. Petroleum Engineer – $95,000 – $120,000
Petroleum engineers are experts that work in the energy field, helping to design and develop new methods for extracting, storing, and refining natural gas and oil. They design extraction methods using their skills and focus on reducing costs, improving efficiency, and reducing the impact on the environment. The largest energy companies in the world usually employ numerous petroleum engineers to help drive their company and its abilities forward into the future.

5. Database Administrator – $86,000 – $100,000
These professionals are experts at the development of data management applications and the management of those applications. They may design programs to keep track of finances within a company, or create intricate models that are accessed by a video game. The demand for them has only increased over the last decade, and will continue to do so for some time.

6. Human Resources Manager – $86,000 – $100,000
A human resources manager oversees the HR department of companies and is responsible for the activities that take place there. Average salaries for this profession are around ninety six thousand dollars. They’ll supervise HR workers while ensuring that all aspects of the department run smoothly. This usually involves a large number of different responsibilities related directly to human resources. Things like benefits administration, employee compensation, performance reviews, disciplinary action, paid time off management, hiring and termination, and more are included in the field. They also take time to develop new business strategies based on HR models that can be applied to improve productivity and boost a company’s bottom line.

7. Economist – $85000 – $112,000
An economist studies various aspects of the economy, evaluates the data, and makes predictions, strategies, and models as to the future of the economy. They make focus on a global, regional, national, or even industry based area of study and are employed by branches of the government, financial entities like banks, private investors, financial firms, and more. There are many different areas of concentration that an economist may focus on as well, including agricultural economics, forestry economics, global economics, and more. The average salary for an economist is around one hundred and six thousand dollars annually.

References:

• http://msn.careerbuilder.com/Article/MSN-2783-Salaries-Promotions-Highest-paying-masters-degrees/
• http://master-degree-online.com/ten-highest-paying-graduate-degrees/

1. Petroleum Engineer – $90,000 – $115,000
A career as a petroleum engineer will lead to high salaries and interesting work. These professionals essentially work to design, develop, and implement new techniques for the extraction and refinement of petroleum. They’ll work with oil and gas companies to create new designs, and the need for them is expected to grow tremendously over the future. They focus on improving efficiency of extraction, reducing costs, and reducing environmental impact.

2. Actuary – $90,000 – $118,000
This field is growing quickly, and a twenty four percent increase in growth is expected over the next few years. Essentially, an actuary focuses on risk assessment in various forms. They’ll utilize research into statistical data to determine the risks associated with different business ventures. They’re often used by banks or businesses for determining the level of risk associated with an acquisition, loan, or merger and work in the financial or business sectors in most cases.

3. Computer Software Engineer – $85,000 – $127,000
These highly trained computer experts are responsible for the creation of nearly all types of software. They design, evaluate, test, develop, and create computer systems of all sizes and for all uses through the use of programming, mathematical analysis, and more. They’ll need to continue their education as technology evolves, but the growth in this industry is phenomenal since new software systems are being created every day to tackle a huge range of different projects. Salaries are high and education requirements are minimal compared to rewards.

4. Graphic Designer – $62,000 – $98,000
Graphic design has become of the fastest growing fields in the world due to the increasing need to communicate ideas and services to consumers visually and to do so effectively. It is a creative field, but one that involves an understanding of marketing, technology, and even psychology to some degree. Graphic designers create images for print, film, or digital media which expresses an intended message. Advertisements, company logos, and even brochure designs are all usually handled by a graphic designer. Everything from shape to color can influence the impact of an image, and these professionals understand the science behind it.

5. Network Systems and Data Communication Analyst – $70,000 – $95,000
These professionals are responsible for the creation and development of network systems. This includes LAN based systems, internet systems, and more. There is a level of overlap between this field and similar ones like Information technology, and the nearly total reliance on these systems in business settings means that companies will continue to need these professionals for years to come.

6. Real Estate Appraiser – $58,000 – $120,000
The salary for a real estate appraiser will vary greatly depending upon their place of employment and the part of the country that they work in. For most, salaries of around sixty five thousand are the average. These professionals evaluate commercial and residential properties and use various types of data to develop an unbiased estimate of fair market value. Government agencies employ them for tax purposes, lending companies employ them to determine the feasibility of mortgages and loans, and real estate companies employ them to determine the overall value of properties before purchasing or selling them.

7. Financial Advisor – $60,000 – $125,000
This area of employment features a salary that depends upon location, employer, client base, and skill. Financial advisors help individuals develop investment or financial strategies that move them towards accomplishing their financial goals. Things like retirement planning, college saving and even long or short term investment strategies could be the focus when a financial advisor meets with their clients, and they will be able to ensure that they make the right decisions needed to reach.

References:

• http://www.online-degrees-today.com/blog/2009/03/11/top-15-bachelors-degree-jobs/
• http://allhealthcare.monster.com/careers/articles/2933-10-best-paying-jobs-with-a-bachelors-degree

1. Investment Banker – $73,000 – $116,000
An investment banker helps to facilitate the investment process, helping private investors find the best opportunities for their money. Average salaries are around $112,000. The market for investment bankers isn’t as strong as it once was, but it’s among the top paying careers right out of college if you can land a position in the field.

2. Software Developer – $52,000 – $93,000
Just as their title suggests, a software developer is one of the people in charge of creating software. There’s really no limit to the type of software that they will be able to design, and careers can be found with major computer companies, software companies, and even video game companies. Coding is at the core of this job, and in addition to an average salary of around $84,000 annually, many developers enjoy other benefits including the option to telecommute, completing most of their work day from the comfort of their own home.

3. Actuary – $65,000 – $93,000
An actuary studies numerous sources of data and statistics to create a solid estimate related to risk. This is generally a career that is taken in the insurance industry. Here, an actuary will take a close look at different policies and applicants, develop the risk ratio, and suggest various pricing models that affect the policy. It’s also a common career in investment and in lending companies, who use it to determine the risks associated with their investments or upcoming loans. Average salaries out of college are around $79,000.

4. Engineer – $67,000 – $123,000
Engineering remains one of the most reliable career paths one can choose. An engineer helps design and develop various solutions for technical problems, using math and science. They develop machines, robots, and other technologies to achieve goals. It was an engineer who designed the first bridge and built the first tank, for instance. The specific salary that one can expect to make will vary depending upon the specific field of engineering they are focused on and their employer. Fields like aerospace engineering or biomedical engineering will pay more than a general engineering position. Other fields include electrical engineers, computer engineers, and nuclear engineers. Average salaries are around seventy two thousand dollars annually.

5. Network Systems Administrator – $62,000 – $99,000
A network systems administrator is responsible for creating and managing the network systems of a business or organization. This includes nearly all aspects of their network framework such as server management and backup, connectivity tests, and even troubleshooting the different problems that may arise on a department to department or person to person basis. Depending on the size of the company, numerous administrators may be employed. Hospitals, universities, and government branches are among the largest employers in the field.

6. Internet Marketer – $43,000 – $124,000
The salary earned from this career depends largely upon the skills and success one has within it. Basically, an internet marketer works to gather clients and persuade them to let them run a marketing campaign. They’ll design the best methods of marketing and then implement the plan. The ultimate goal is to boost traffic to a company’s website and drive up their bottom line. Successful internet marketers can earn large amounts of money quickly.

7. Financial Analyst – $57,000 – $97,000
A financial analyst conducts research and analyzation of various attributes concerning an industry, a business, a marketplace, or the economy as a whole. They use the data to develop strategies and predictions which can help their employer make the right moves towards improving profit. Numerous groups may employ a financial analyst, and a good one can earn excellent wages. Average salary levels for a financial analyst are around $66,000.

1. Computer Programmer – $40,000 – $113,000
A computer programmer writes the software code that is the building block of computer programs around the world. There are many different types of specialization within the field, and programmers enjoy some of the very best advancement opportunities and employment options available today. Specializations may include one of many different options including UNIX, Network Systems, Cisco Routers, Internet Programming, C++, Visual Basic, and more. They work for software companies, hardware manufacturers, and other companies around the world and the career opportunities within the field are only expected to grow throughout the future.

2. Air Traffic Controller – $45,000 – $161,000
Air traffic controllers are the highest paid profession that isn’t required to hold at least a bachelor’s degree. Instead, earning a special certificate through one of the many programs available today is the only real requirement. The salaries will vary greatly for air traffic controllers, due in large part to the sizes and locations of different airports that they may find employment at. Air traffic controllers monitor and control air traffic and ensure that all planes are a safe distance from one another at all times, that runways are open, and that all flights are conducted as safely as possible.

3. Dental Hygienist – $44,000 – $91,000
A dental hygienist is responsible for the initial examination and cleaning of dental patients. They complete a thorough cleaning procedure and report any issues to the dentist, who completes an examination afterwards. Their average starting salary is close to seventy thousand dollars annually, and the educational requirements involve only a two year program that is offered at numerous vocational schools around the country. After completing the program, sitting for and passing a certification exam is the only other requirement for becoming a dental hygienist.

4. Radiology Technicians – $35,000 – $75,000
A radiology technician earns an average of around forty thousand dollars upon entering the field. These professionals are responsible for administering various radiology tests and screenings, logging the data and results, and presenting it to the radiologist or physician. They aren’t legally allowed to form any kind of diagnosis based upon the tests ran – they can only perform the tests. Examples of some of the scans they may run include X-Rays, MRIs, and CT scans.

5. Respiratory Therapists – $39,000 – $71,000
These medical professionals can enter the field after just two short years of education in their subject. Essentially, they monitor patients with breathing difficulties and administer breathing treatments to them on a regular schedule. They’ll work with patients who have various respiratory problems like bronchitis, asthma, and emphysema. Average starting salaries for a respiratory therapist is forty two thousand dollars annually.

6. Licensed Practical Nurse – $28,000 – $55,000
A Licensed Practical Nurse is one of the most in demand jobs in the country at the moment. They provide a wide range of bedside care to patients in a hospital or medical facility, monitor their health, and help them through various issues that may arise. They’re not as qualified as an RN, but the LPN degree makes it easier to take the step towards being one. Average entry level salaries are around thirty one thousand annually, but the exact amount will vary based on location and employer.

7. Paralegal – $29,000 – $75,000
Becoming a paralegal is a popular option for many today due to the fast paced nature of the career. Essentially, paralegals handle much of the ‘legwork’ for lawyers, completing research in court records, typing written reports for use in trial, and more. They help an attorney prepare nearly all aspects of their upcoming cases in numerous ways. The only drawback is that further advancement in the career involves large commitments of time and effort due to educational requirements, but for most the higher than average salaries and interesting work are enough to keep them satisfied.

References:

• http://vocational-careers.toptenreviews.com/
• http://www.ehow.com/list_6647963_highest_paid-vocational-jobs.html

1. Critical Care Physician – $110,000 – $150,000
In most cases, Critical Care Physicians that are employed by the Navy focus most of their efforts on providing care to troops who have been injured or contracted some form of illness. However, depending upon location these medical professionals may also provide medical care to the citizens of the local area. It’s a similar job to the same ER or critical care positions in the medical field in general, except in a naval facility serving our troops.

2. Supervisory Accountant – $110,000 – $135,000
This position focuses on delivering accounting skills to the upper levels of the Navy. It involves monitoring finances and making recommendations regarding it as well as on tracking expenses, balancing budgets, performing audits, and more. The top paying jobs in the field are located at the Pentagon.

3. Human Resources Officer – $110,000 – $130,000
Just like businesses in the private sector, the Navy and the different bases it is made up of require Human Resource Officers. These professionals help to manage the staff and troops of naval bases. This includes things like dealing with compliance issues, disciplinary action, administering leave, managing benefits, helping with educational program issues, and much more.

4. Physician (Hospitalist) – $99,000 – $130,000
This is a physician who works in a naval hospital. They provide emergency and primary care to the troops stationed in the area and earn an average of $120,000 annually. Full medical training is needed to assume the position, but it comes with benefits that many private sector medical jobs can’t match.

5. Physician (Family Practice) – $99,000 – $130,000
This is another medical position that functions nearly identically to private physician jobs. The Family Practice Physician provides medical care to troops and their families. Since housing is normally located on base or near it, troops with wives and children require medical care for their families and this professional provides it to them. Pay is excellent and steady thanks to the government salary provided.

6. General Engineer – $90,000 – $110,000
A general engineer is usually assigned to various projects and help with the design and development of a wide range of equipment. Usually mechanical in nature, the creations of a general engineer are often applied to naval vessels but not restricted to them. Those in the position normally make an average of around $105,000 per year, and there are posts for engineers at most naval bases around the country and the world.

7. Security Specialist – $90,000 – $109,000
On average, a Naval Security Specialist makes around $105,000 per year. These are highly trained men and women who provide security services to various naval installations. They may be station on a Naval Base, a ship, or somewhere else. Regardless, they are familiar with the use of basic security protocol and technology to ensure the fullest level of security is achieved. In essence, they’re similar to the security guards that many private businesses may choose to employ, only far more experienced and thorough.

8. Supervisory IT Specialist – $90,000 – $109,000
Information Technology is vital for the operations of any naval installation or ship, and numerous IT experts are usually employed at each installation. A Supervisory IT Specialist is a management level IT expert who ensures that their base, ship, or installation has full IT support at all time. This means maintaining communications, troubleshooting systems, modifying, designing, and implementing new IT solutions, and more. They’re usually in charge of multiple IT specialists whom they coordinate with to provide the highest level of performance possible. It’s their job to ensure a base doesn’t suffer from a lack of communications or IT infrastructure problems.

Resources:

• http://www.navy-jobs.us/jobs/highest-paying-navy-jobs.html
• http://www.navy.com/careers.html

1. Avionics Specialist – Pay Based on Years of Service
An Avionics Specialist performs routine maintenance, repair, and installation of a wide range of different equipment and components. This includes navigation, communication, and electrical equipment in air vehicles as well as controls and components of surface to air missiles, communications equipment, and much more. As with other Marine Corps careers, pay is based largely upon years of service within the corps.

2. Electronics Maintenance Specialist – Pay Based on Years of Service
These trained professionals are responsible for the inspection, maintenance, repair, or installation of missile control systems, radar, radio systems, and much more. Experience in mathematics and electronics is generally a requisite, although the Marine Corps will provide training as well.

3. Logistics Expert – Pay Based on Years of Service
A Logistics Expert handles the task of organizing, planning, and overseeing various logistical aspects of operations. This includes troop transport, supply transfer, and more. The movement and quartering of troops is vital, and this professional handles all of the basics behind the task.

4. Aviation Ordinance Engineer – Pay Based on Years of Service
This position involves the inspection, repair, and maintenance of all forms of aircraft ordinance, including bomb racks, missile launchers, gun pods, and machine guns. It’s a vital job and one that, like other jobs in the Marine Corps, pays a salary based largely on years of service in the corps.

5. Aircraft Maintenance Expert – Pay Based on Years of Service
Just as its name would suggest, those working in this position are responsible for inspecting, repairing, and maintaining the aircraft at the base or outpost they’re stationed at. Modification may also be a task that these professionals handle, and after leaving the corps they can usually find jobs as mechanics at airports around the world.

6. Public Affairs Specialist – Pay Based on Years of Service
This position involves social skills and organizational skills as well. A Public Affairs Specialist works to facilitate communications between the public and the Marine Corps. This includes the preparation of news statements or press releases, editing and preparing television or radio scripts for various productions, helping manage the Armed Forces Radio and TV Networks. They also plan and conduct various community events to raise awareness about the corps.

7. Administrative Officer – Pay Based on Years of Service
This position is similar to an administrative position in a private or public business. The Administrative Officer oversees most aspects of the day to day operations of a military base. This includes financing and budget, staff organization, troop organization, disciplinary issues, managing of orders, and much more. It’s a high level position that requires responsibility and commitment to the corps.

8. Military Police and Corrections – Pay Based on Years of Service
This is the same role that local police officers would play outside of the Marine Corps. They enforce orders, guard prisoners, make arrests as needed, enforce basic laws, act as a security force for a base, and even direct traffic as needed.

9. Auditing, Finance, and Accounting Specialist – Pay Based on Years of Service
This group of positions focuses on the various financial aspects of a base. They manage the tax auditing, the finances and the budget of the base, handle the financial information of enlisted marines and more. They are in charge of processing pay for troops, filing their financial records, handling their tax audit information, and more. Essentially, they manage the financial end up personnel and the base.

10. Data Systems Expert – Pay Based on Years of Service
This professional handles the programming, maintenance, and operation of various data processing systems. After leaving the Marines they’re qualified for a variety of jobs including computer programming or similar positions. As usual, pay is based upon years of service in the Marines.

Resources:

• http://www.militaryfactory.com/military_pay_scale.asp
• http://www.usmilitary.com/us-marine-corps-jobs-enlisted-occupations/#electronicelectricalsystems

1. General Surgeon – $135,000 -$160,000
Most Army bases have a medical installation, and within those medical installations and hospitals all types of medical professionals are needed. A general surgeon in the military is among the highest paid employees, and provides physician care as well as surgical expertise. They perform surgery to help patients overcome injuries and illness, and in certain bases may have to operate on soldiers who have been wounded from battle or military exercises.

2. Supervisory IT Specialist – $120,000 – $140,000
On average, a supervisory IT specialist in the Army makes around $123,000 annually. It’s a management level position in the IT department, and one of the most important careers in the Army. They’re responsible for the management and oversight of all IT infrastructures and employees. They’ll schedule maintenance, ensure all IT systems are operating properly at all times, design and implement new IT systems as needed, and more. They also manage a crew of IT technicians, so managerial skills are a plus as well in addition to the obvious need for computer skills.

3. Nurse Anesthetist – $100,000 – $125,000
A nurse anesthetist earns around $114,000 per year and provides nursing care along with anesthesia to patients in need of it. They often work with anesthesiologists but in many settings can work on their own. They’ll assess a patient and determine the right level of anesthesia to administer, administer it, and monitor the patient throughout any medical procedure to ensure that no problems exist. A nurse anesthetist can also provide bedside nursing care when needed, including most RN functions.

4. General Engineer – $98,000 – $120,000
A general engineer is usually stationed in an Army research and development facility and makes around $109,000 annually on the average. They participate in research, design, and development of new machines and technology that can be applied to various Army operations. The exact project will vary greatly and could involve communications, optics, construction, or other aspects of the field. Everything from new materials for use on machines to new landmine detection technology may be worked on.

5. Computer Scientist – $98,000 – $116,000
A computer scientist employed by the Army generally performs the same types of duties one in the private or public sector would. They’re often stationed in a research center helping engineers create and develop new technologies, since computer technology is included in nearly all aspects of the military. They’ll work to design and create numerous different computer programs for the Army.

6. Supervisory Budget Analyst – $97,000 – $115,000
A supervisory budget analyst generally works at the task of balancing, managing, and tweaking the budget of a military base or installation. Basically, they analyze the budget and determine where funds need to be focused to provide maximum potential. Their goal is to utilize the budget allocated properly to improve the overall effectiveness of the military, and they may be tasked with an entire region’s bases in some cases. If so, they’ll determine the amount of funding that each base will receive in an allotted time frame.

7. Logistics Management Officer – $90,000 – $110,000
A logistics management officer makes an average of $103,000 annually, and they’re responsible for organizing and managing the logistics behind many basic Army activities. This includes transport and encampment of troops, procurement, transport, and storage of supplies, movement of vehicles, fuel issues, and more. Essentially, they handle all of the logistical issues that come along with any given military order. It’s a more complex job that most realize, which is why they generally earn a high salary. During military operations their skills become even more useful than during peacetime, and they will oversee various aspects of those operations.

References:

• http://www.army-jobs.us/jobs/highest-paying-army-jobs.html