Not Very Resilient
Last Update: 11/4/2026
AI Resilience Score for Comm. Equip. Operators:
29.8%
Median Score
Meaningful human contribution
Measures the parts of the occupation that still require a human touch. This score averages data from up to four AI exposure datasets, focusing on the role’s resilience against automation.
Med
Long-term employer demand
Predicts the health of the job market for this role through 2034. Using Bureau of Labor Statistics data, it balances projected annual job openings (60%) with overall employment growth (40%).
Low
Sustained economic opportunity
Measures future earning potential and career flexibility. This score is a blend of total projected labor income (67%) and the role’s inherent ability to adapt to economic and technological shifts (33%).
Low
This reflects the reliability of your score based on the number of data sources available for this career and how closely those sources agree on the outlook. A higher confidence means more consistent evidence from labor experts and AI models.
Limited data sources are available, or existing sources show notable disagreement on the outlook for this occupation.
AI Resilience Report forCommunications Equipment Operators, All Other
$54,680 median salary•100 annual openings•SOC Code: 43-2099.00
Communications Equipment Operators, All Other are less resilient to AI impacts than most occupations, according to our analysis of 3 sources.
This career is labeled "Not Very Resilient" because a large portion of the routine, repetitive work that defines it, like routing messages, translating communications, logging information, and handling low-priority calls, is exactly the kind of task AI handles well and is already taking over. Tools like Motorola's Assist AI agents are being built directly into dispatch software to manage standard calls automatically, and AI models are generating weather forecasts and translations in seconds, shrinking the need for human operators on those tasks.
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This role is not very resilient
This career is labeled "Not Very Resilient" because a large portion of the routine, repetitive work that defines it, like routing messages, translating communications, logging information, and handling low-priority calls, is exactly the kind of task AI handles well and is already taking over. Tools like Motorola's Assist AI agents are being built directly into dispatch software to manage standard calls automatically, and AI models are generating weather forecasts and translations in seconds, shrinking the need for human operators on those tasks.
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Comm. Equip. Operators
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Latest AI news for Comm. Equip. Operators
These articles highlight the evolving landscape for Communications Equipment Operators. The discussion on AI regulations in South Korea emphasizes the importance of understanding legal frameworks shaping AI's role in communication technologies. Similarly, the insights from Jason Brumfield on AI-driven connectivity in federal networks show how operators can adapt to new technologies like 5G and cloud services. With a focus on AI resilience, students can prepare for a career that embraces innovation while remaining aware of job market shifts, ensuring they remain relevant in a transforming industry.
Women may be at greater risk of AI job losses. Telephone switch operators and PCs show why
www.cnbc.com • 10/19/2026
The history of technological progress suggests that as AI spreads, the employment impact will hit women more than men.
How AI Is Reshaping the Software Defined Radio Market
www.marketsandmarkets.com • 8/11/2026
Traditional radio systems were built around dedicated hardware components designed for specific frequencies, modulation schemes, and communication standards...
AI Watch: Global regulatory tracker - South Korea
www.whitecase.com • 4/6/2026
Laws/Regulations directly regulating AI (the “AI Regulations”)The Basic Act on the Development of Artificial Intelligence and the...
Jason Brumfield Ribbon Interview—Resilient Comms, Cloud, AI
www.executivebiz.com • 3/13/2026
Jason Brumfield discusses Ribbon Communications' federal strategy, mission networks, 5G, cloud transport and AI-driven connectivity.
These 40 Jobs May Be Replaced by AI. These 40 Probably Won’t
www.inc.com • 7/31/2025
A new study measuring the use of generative artificial intelligence in different professions has just gone public, and its main message to...
More Career Info
Career: Communications Equipment Operators, All Other
They manage and operate various communication devices to ensure messages are sent and received clearly and efficiently.
Parent Careers
Employment & Wage Data
Median Wage
$54,680
Jobs (2025)
1,200
Growth (2025-35)
+1.0%
Annual Openings
100
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Experience
None
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Employment Projections 2025-2035
Task-Level AI Resilience Scores
AI-generated estimates of task resilience over the next 3 years
1
Set up antennas and mobile communication units during military field exercises.
2
Repair radio equipment as necessary, using electronic testing equipment, hand tools, and power tools.
3
Monitor emergency frequencies to detect distress calls and respond by dispatching emergency equipment.
4
Operate radio equipment to communicate with ships, aircraft, mining crews, offshore oil rigs, logging camps and other remote operations.
5
Examine and operate new equipment prior to installation to ensure that it performs properly.
6
Operate sound-recording equipment to record signals and preserve broadcasts for purposes such as analysis by intelligence personnel.
7
Turn controls or throw switches to activate power, adjust voice volume and modulation, and set transmitters on specified frequencies.
Tasks are ranked by their AI resilience, with the most resilient tasks shown first. Core tasks are essential functions of this occupation, while supplemental tasks provide additional context.
