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

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

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

A Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $128,254, a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $149,998, a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $186,652, a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $234,817, a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $181,013,

What are the highest paying states for a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager?

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $181,013, California $180,326, Massachusetts $177,923. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI: $212,082; Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V: $168,580; Control & Instrument Engineering Manager: $167,261; Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer IV: $135,475; Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III: $115,836.

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager in District of Columbia is $181,013 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $87.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $200,820
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $166,022 to $191,381
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $152,374

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Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$191,381	$15,948	$3,680	$92
Average	$181,013	$15,084	$3,481	$87
25th Percentile	$166,022	$13,835	$3,193	$80

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Key Factors That Influence Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager Salaries

A Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager'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 Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager'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): $128,254
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer IV (7+ years): $149,998
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V (7-10 years): $186,652
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI (10-12 years): $234,817
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager (12+ years): $181,013

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III	4-7 years	$128,254
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer IV	7+ years	$149,998
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V	7-10 years	$186,652
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI	10-12 years	$234,817
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager	12+ years	$181,013

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How Do Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager 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 Engineering Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $181,013.
California: $180,326.
Massachusetts: $177,923.

District of Columbia $181,013 California $180,326 Massachusetts $177,923 Washington $177,269 New Jersey $177,204 Alaska $176,975 Connecticut $174,719 New York $173,803

Hawaii $170,877 Rhode Island $169,503 Maryland $168,571 Minnesota $167,296 Colorado $166,806 Illinois $166,642 Oregon $166,021 Delaware $165,563

New Hampshire $165,276 Virginia $164,631 Pennsylvania $162,751 Nevada $161,803 North Dakota $161,492 Michigan $161,002 Wisconsin $160,822 Vermont $160,462

Texas $159,465 Maine $159,400 Arizona $159,302 Ohio $159,187 Georgia $157,683 Indiana $156,931 Wyoming $156,784 Utah $156,555

Iowa $156,457 Kansas $155,672 Louisiana $155,443 North Carolina $155,362 Missouri $155,329 Florida $154,691 Montana $154,348 Nebraska $154,021

Kentucky $153,841 South Carolina $153,187 Tennessee $152,779 Idaho $152,615 New Mexico $151,422 Oklahoma $151,160 Alabama $150,196 South Dakota $148,577

Arkansas $147,694 West Virginia $147,220 Mississippi $145,798

Top Paying Cities for Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Managers

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:

Parcel Return Service: $180,030
Washington: $180,032
Naval Anacost Annex: $180,024

Parcel Return Service, DC $180,030 Washington, DC $180,032 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $180,024 Washington Navy Yard, DC $180,030

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $202,461. While startup companies pay approximate $171,222.

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$171,222
Growth Stage	51~500	$181,094
Established	501~5000	$195,515
Enterprise	5000+	$202,461

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager'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 June 01, 2026

$166,022

Average $181,013/year

$191,381

$13,835

Average $15,084/month

$15,948

$3,193

Average $3,481/week

$3,680

$80

Average $87/hour

$92

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$191,381	$15,948	$3,680	$92
Average	$181,013	$15,084	$3,481	$87
25th Percentile	$166,022	$13,835	$3,193	$80

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager, 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 Engineering Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Aeronautical Engineering Senior Manager	$199,005	10%
Aerospace Engineering Senior Manager	$219,766	21%
Engineering Senior Manager	$199,178	10%

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