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Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III Salary in the United States

How much does a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III make?

As of November 01, 2025, the average salary for a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III in the United States is $115,838 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

However, a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $129,570
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $108,057 to $123,026
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $100,973
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Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $123,026 $10,252 $2,366 $59
Average $115,838 $9,653 $2,228 $56
25th Percentile $108,057 $9,005 $2,078 $52
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Key Factors That Influence Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III Salaries

A Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III'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 III Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III'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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $112,310
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $112,900
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,079
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,137
  • Expert (over 8 years): $119,606
Levels Salary
Entry Level Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III $112,310
Intermediate Level Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III $112,900
Senior Level Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III $114,079
Specialist Level Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III $117,137
Expert Level Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III $119,606
$112,310 0 yr
$112,900 < 2 yrs
$114,079 2-4 yrs
$117,137 5-8 yrs
$119,606 > 8 yrs
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Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III'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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$108,057
Average $115,838/year
$123,026
$9,005
Average $9,653/month
$10,252
$2,078
Average $2,228/week
$2,366
$52
Average $56/hour
$59
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $123,026 $10,252 $2,366 $59
Average $115,838 $9,653 $2,228 $56
25th Percentile $108,057 $9,005 $2,078 $52

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Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III bonus and incentive rates

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Base Salary 60.9%
Bonuses 11.8%
Social Security 5.6%
401k/403b 3.1%
Disability 1.5%
Healthcare 4.4%
Pension 3.9%
Time Off 8.9%
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Core Compensation
Median % of Total
Base Salary $115,838 60.9%
Bonus $22,449 11.8%
Value of Benefits
Median % of Total
Social Security $10,579 5.6%
401K/403B $5,808 3.1%
Disability $2,766 1.5%
Healthcare $8,352 4.4%
Pension $7,468 3.9%
Time Off $17,020 8.9%
Total Compensation $190,280 100%
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FAQ about Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III

1. Where can a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III earn the most?

A Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III's earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III is $146,106.

2. What is the highest pay for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III?

The highest pay for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III is $129,570.

3. What is the lowest pay for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III?

The lowest pay for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III is $100,973.

4. What are the responsibilities of Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III?

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. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Typically requires 4-7 years of related experience.

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