Principal Engineer Salary in Phoenix, Arizona

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How much does a Principal Engineer make in Phoenix, AZ? The average Principal Engineer salary in Phoenix, AZ is $167,247 as of May 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $152,762 and $182,926. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Principal Engineer with Security Clearance
OPS Consulting, LLC - LAUREL , MD
OPS Consulting is seeking a Principal Engineer to work in Laurel, Maryland. Job Description: The Principal Engineer (PE) will provide oversight to tactical engi
- 1 day ago
Engineer Principal - Agile Software Developer with Security Clearance
BAE Systems - FAIRBORN , OH
Job Description US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED #LI-NP1 The Engineering, Science and Analysis (ESA) Strategic Capabilities Unit comprises the technical talent and organ
- 1 day ago
Principal Engineer (Tactical Radios) with Security Clearance
Advanced Technology Leaders, Inc. - FT EISENHOWER , GA
Job Title: Principal Engineer (Tactical Radios) Required Education and Experience: * Experience: a minimum of ten (10) years of experience or equivalent in the
- 2 days ago
Engineer Principal - Launch Systems Integration -- $15k Sign On with Security Clearance
BAE Systems - BROOMFIELD , CO
Job Description US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED #LI-SH2 As a principal engineer in the Launch System Integration Team you will have responsibilities to support multiple
- 1 day ago
Principal Engineer/Sr. Principal Engineer (Level 3/4) with Security Clearance
Northrop Grumman - REDONDO BEACH , CA
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees
- 2 days ago
Engineer / Principal Engineer Navigation with Security Clearance
Northrop Grumman - SAN DIEGO , CA
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees
- 2 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Principal Engineer in Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for Principal Engineer ranges from $152,762 to $182,926 with the average base salary of $167,247. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $163,501 to $200,733 with the average total cash compensation of $180,870.

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About Phoenix, Arizona    Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to ....More

Phoenix, Arizona  area prices were up 2.2% from a year ago

Principal Engineer Salary in popular cities: Tucson, Mesa, Chandler

Skills associated with Principal Engineer: Design, 3Scale

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