What are the main factors that influence a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer 's salary?

A Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $121,072, a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $141,596, a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $176,202, a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $221,669, a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $170,881,

What are the highest paying states for a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V?

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $186,654, California $185,946, Massachusetts $183,468. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI: $212,083; Control Systems Engineer V: $164,430; Control & Instrument Engineer V: $164,427; Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager: $163,491; Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer IV: $135,473.

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Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V make in Hawaii?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V in Hawaii is $176,202 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $85.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $192,108
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $167,334 to $184,528
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $159,261

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Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$184,528	$15,377	$3,549	$89
Average	$176,202	$14,683	$3,388	$85
25th Percentile	$167,334	$13,945	$3,218	$80

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Key Factors That Influence Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V Salaries

A Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V'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 V'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 III (4-7 years): $121,072
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer IV (7+ years): $141,596
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V (7-10 years): $176,202
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI (10-12 years): $221,669
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager (12+ years): $170,881

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III	4-7 years	$121,072
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer IV	7+ years	$141,596
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V	7-10 years	$176,202
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI	10-12 years	$221,669
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager	12+ years	$170,881

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How Do Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer Vs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $186,654.
California: $185,946.
Massachusetts: $183,468.

District of Columbia $186,654 California $185,946 Massachusetts $183,468 Washington $182,793 New Jersey $182,726 Alaska $182,490 Connecticut $180,164 New York $179,220

Hawaii $176,202 Rhode Island $174,786 Maryland $173,825 Minnesota $172,510 Colorado $172,004 Illinois $171,836 Oregon $171,195 Delaware $170,723

New Hampshire $170,426 Virginia $169,762 Pennsylvania $167,823 Nevada $166,846 North Dakota $166,525 Michigan $166,020 Wisconsin $165,834 Vermont $165,463

Texas $164,435 Maine $164,367 Arizona $164,266 Ohio $164,148 Georgia $162,597 Indiana $161,822 Wyoming $161,670 Utah $161,434

Iowa $161,333 Kansas $160,524 Louisiana $160,288 North Carolina $160,203 Missouri $160,170 Florida $159,512 Montana $159,158 Nebraska $158,821

Kentucky $158,636 South Carolina $157,961 Tennessee $157,540 Idaho $157,371 New Mexico $156,141 Oklahoma $155,871 Alabama $154,876 South Dakota $153,207

Arkansas $152,297 West Virginia $151,808 Mississippi $150,341

Top Paying Cities for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer Vs

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:

Aiea: $175,248
Anahola: $172,950
Captain Cook: $172,776

Aiea, HI $175,248 Anahola, HI $172,950 Captain Cook, HI $172,776 Eleele, HI $173,301 Ewa Beach, HI $175,093 Kapolei, HI $174,953 Haiku, HI $173,078 Hakalau, HI $172,690

Haleiwa, HI $174,616 Hana, HI $172,665 Hanalei, HI $172,724 Hanamaulu, HI $173,075 Hanapepe, HI $173,292 Hauula, HI $174,882 Hawaii National Park, HI $172,891 Hawi, HI $173,178

Hilo, HI $173,058 Princeville, HI $173,039 Holualoa, HI $172,845 Honaunau, HI $172,547 Honokaa, HI $172,770 Honomu, HI $173,041 Hoolehua, HI $172,547 Kaaawa, HI $174,939

Kahuku, HI $174,565 Kahului, HI $173,478 Kailua, HI $175,192 Ocean View, HI $172,989 Waikoloa, HI $172,972 Keauhou, HI $172,845 Kailua Kona, HI $173,054 Kalaheo, HI $173,093

Kalaupapa, HI $172,389 Kamuela, HI $172,857 Kaneohe, HI $175,155 Kapaa, HI $173,282 Kaumakani, HI $173,375 Kaunakakai, HI $172,753 Keaau, HI $173,176 Kealakekua, HI $173,085

Kealia, HI $173,144 Kekaha, HI $172,969 Kihei, HI $173,301 Kilauea, HI $173,043 Kapaau, HI $172,911 Koloa, HI $173,119 Kualapuu, HI $172,702 Kunia, HI $174,897

Kurtistown, HI $173,088 Lahaina, HI $173,122 Laie, HI $174,718 Lanai City, HI $172,702 Laupahoehoe, HI $173,137 Lawai, HI $173,375 Lihue, HI $173,075 Makawao, HI $173,211

Makaweli, HI $172,692 Maunaloa, HI $172,286 Mountain View, HI $172,997 Naalehu, HI $172,648 Ninole, HI $172,532 Ookala, HI $172,588 Paauilo, HI $172,798 Pahala, HI $172,695

Pahoa, HI $172,925 Paia, HI $173,130 Papaaloa, HI $173,161 Papaikou, HI $172,802 Pearl City, HI $175,121 Pepeekeo, HI $173,137 Puunene, HI $173,478 Volcano, HI $172,891

Wahiawa, HI $174,821 Pukalani, HI $173,211 Mililani, HI $175,032 Kula, HI $172,854 Waialua, HI $174,521 Waianae, HI $174,683 Wailuku, HI $173,208 Waimanalo, HI $175,158

Waimea, HI $173,360 Waipahu, HI $175,045 Honolulu, HI $175,308 J B P H H, HI $175,278 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $174,916 Schofield Barracks, HI $174,865 Fort Shafter, HI $175,308 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $175,308

Camp H M Smith, HI $175,270 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $175,099 Wake Island, HI $175,308

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

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $197,080. While startup companies pay approximate $166,671.

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$166,671
Growth Stage	51~500	$176,281
Established	501~5000	$190,319
Enterprise	5000+	$197,080

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

For Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 40% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

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

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$211,442	$102.0	20%
Biotechnology	$211,442	$102.0	20%
Business Services	$211,442	$102.0	20%
Chemicals	$211,442	$102.0	20%
Construction	$211,442	$102.0	20%

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

Understanding how a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$167,334

Average $176,202/year

$184,528

$13,945

Average $14,683/month

$15,377

$3,218

Average $3,388/week

$3,549

$80

Average $85/hour

$89

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$184,528	$15,377	$3,549	$89
Average	$176,202	$14,683	$3,388	$85
25th Percentile	$167,334	$13,945	$3,218	$80

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Aeronautical Engineer VI	$208,502	18%
Aerospace Engineer VI	$208,137	18%
Engineer VI	$195,500	11%
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI	$221,669	26%

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