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Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI Salary in Utah

How much does a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI make in Utah?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI in Utah is $203,091 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $98.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $216,574
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $193,632 to $210,148
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $185,021
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Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $210,148 $17,512 $4,041 $101
Average $203,091 $16,924 $3,906 $98
25th Percentile $193,632 $16,136 $3,724 $93
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Key Factors That Influence Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI Salaries

A Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI'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 VI'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): $110,925
  • Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer IV (7+ years): $129,729
  • Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V (7-10 years): $161,434
  • Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI (10-12 years): $203,091
  • Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager (12+ years): $156,559
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III4-7 years$110,925
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer IV7+ years$129,729
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V7-10 years$161,434
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI10-12 years$203,091
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager12+ years$156,559
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Top Paying Cities for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VIs

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:

  • Tremonton: $201,502
  • Fielding: $201,615
  • Garland: $201,721

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

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $227,155. While startup companies pay approximate $192,106.

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI Salary by Company Size

Company Size Employees Average Salary
Startup1~50$192,106
Growth Stage51~500$203,182
Established501~5000$219,362
Enterprise5000+$227,155

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

For Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 34% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer positions in Retail & Wholesale or Pharmaceuticals typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

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

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense$243,709$117.020%
Software & Networking$237,616$114.017%
Biotechnology$233,554$112.015%
Business Services$227,462$109.012%
Chemicals$223,400$107.010%

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

Understanding how a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI'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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Average $203,091/year
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $210,148 $17,512 $4,041 $101
Average $203,091 $16,924 $3,906 $98
25th Percentile $193,632 $16,136 $3,724 $93

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

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI
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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI, 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 VI Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role Estimate Salary Projected Raise
Aeronautical Engineering Supervisor $126,224 -38%
Aerospace Engineering Supervisor $127,207 -37%
Engineering Supervisor $82,309 -59%
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager $156,559 -23%

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