Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager Salary in Illinois

How much does a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager make in Illinois?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager in Illinois is $166,639 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $80.

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): $184,862
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $152,835 to $176,178
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $140,267
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Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $176,178 $14,681 $3,388 $85
Average $166,639 $13,887 $3,205 $80
25th Percentile $152,835 $12,736 $2,939 $73
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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): $118,072
  • Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer IV (7+ years): $138,092
  • Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V (7-10 years): $171,831
  • Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI (10-12 years): $216,174
  • Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager (12+ years): $166,639
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III4-7 years$118,072
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer IV7+ years$138,092
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V7-10 years$171,831
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer VI10-12 years$216,174
Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager12+ years$166,639
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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:

  • Effingham: $153,608
  • Saint Peter: $153,397
  • Salem: $153,981

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.

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$152,835
Average $166,639/year
$176,178
$12,736
Average $13,887/month
$14,681
$2,939
Average $3,205/week
$3,388
$73
Average $80/hour
$85
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $176,178 $14,681 $3,388 $85
Average $166,639 $13,887 $3,205 $80
25th Percentile $152,835 $12,736 $2,939 $73

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

Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager
Aeronautical Engineering Senior Manager
Aerospace Engineering Senior Manager
Engineering Senior Manager
Aeronautical Engineering Director
Engineering Director

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 $183,214 10%
Aerospace Engineering Senior Manager $202,308 21%
Engineering Senior Manager $183,357 10%

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