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Hourly Wage for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II Salary in the United States

What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II?

As of July 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II in the United States is $45, which translates to an annual salary of about $94,487.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $51 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $42 to $48 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $40 per hour
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Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $100,293 $8,358 $1,929 $48
Average $94,487 $7,874 $1,817 $45
25th Percentile $88,079 $7,340 $1,694 $42
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Key Factors That Influence Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II Salaries

A Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer I (0-2 years): $82,272
  • Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II (2-4 years): $94,487
  • Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III (4-7 years): $115,836
  • Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer IV (7+ years): $135,473
  • Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V (7-10 years): $168,582
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer I0-2 years$82,272
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II2-4 years$94,487
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III4-7 years$115,836
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer IV7+ years$135,473
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V7-10 years$168,582
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Top Paying Cities for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer IIs

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $119,176
  • San Francisco: $117,872
  • Oakland: $115,388

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $105,683. While startup companies pay approximate $89,376.

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$89,376
Growth Stage51~500$94,529
Established501~5000$102,057
Enterprise5000+$105,683

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Internet and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer positions in Transportation or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Internet$132,282$64.040%
Software & Networking$127,557$61.035%
Financial Services$122,833$59.030%
Biotechnology$118,109$57.025%
Pharmaceuticals$113,384$55.020%

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$88,079
Average $94,487/year
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Average $7,874/month
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$1,694
Average $1,817/week
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Average $45/hour
$48
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $100,293 $8,358 $1,929 $48
Average $94,487 $7,874 $1,817 $45
25th Percentile $88,079 $7,340 $1,694 $42

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FAQ about Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II?

The Internet industry offers the highest average compensation for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

2. What are the responsibilities of Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer II?

Designs, implements, and tests systems, algorithms, and simulation tools used to control the movement of vehicles. Performs trade studies, leads design reviews, creates models, and completes simulations and system testing. Develops algorithms and analyzes designs for performance and functionality. Evaluates results to determine issues and develops solutions. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering. Typically reports to a manager. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Typically requires 2-4 years of related experience.

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