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Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer Salary in California

How much does a Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer make in California?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer in California is $102,432 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $114,915
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,180 to $108,966
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $86,668
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Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $108,966 $9,080 $2,095 $52
Average $102,432 $8,536 $1,970 $49
25th Percentile $94,180 $7,848 $1,811 $45
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Head of Guidance Navigation and Control

Confidential - Los Angeles, CA

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Key Factors That Influence Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer Salaries

A Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer'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 And Control Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer'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): $104,151
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $120,969
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $137,511
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $168,230
  • Expert (over 8 years): $185,074
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Guidance ... Level Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer$104,151
Control &... Level Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer$120,969
Control &... Level Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer$137,511
Control &... Level Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer$168,230
Control &... Level Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer$185,074
$104,151 0 yr
$120,969 < 2 yrs
$137,511 2-4 yrs
$168,230 5-8 yrs
$185,074 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Guidance Navigation And Control Engineers

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:

  • Los Angeles: $102,608
  • West Hollywood: $102,534
  • Dodgertown: $102,607

Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 90% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals$138,283$66.035%
Biotechnology$133,161$64.030%
Software & Networking$133,161$64.030%
Energy & Utilities$128,039$62.025%
Aerospace & Defense$122,918$59.020%

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

Understanding how a Guidance Navigation And Control Engineer'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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$94,180
Average $102,432/year
$108,966
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Average $8,536/month
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $108,966 $9,080 $2,095 $52
Average $102,432 $8,536 $1,970 $49
25th Percentile $94,180 $7,848 $1,811 $45

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    Los Angeles, CA

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    Irvine, CA

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    EL PASO, TX

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    Distributed Control System Engineer

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