Systems Engineer Salary in Houston, Texas

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How much does a Systems Engineer make in Houston, TX? The average Systems Engineer salary in Houston, TX is $119,073 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $108,791 and $131,380. 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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LRSO Acquisition Systems Engineer
Torch Technologies, Inc. - EGLIN AFB , FL
Job Description. Torch Technologies is seeking an LRSO Acquisition Systems/Project Engineer to join a team providing support in application and execution of the
- 126 days ago
Avionics Systems Engineer
Booz Allen - TINKER AFB , OK
Avionics Systems Engineer. The Opportunity. Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big picture thinking to make an impact in n
- 10 days ago
Biomedical Systems Engineer
John Muir Health - WALNUT CREEK , CA
Job Description. The Clinical Systems Engineer holds a pivotal role within our organization, collaborating extensively with Clinical Operations, Technology Team
- 117 days ago
Systems Engineer
BOEING - MARYLAND HEIGHTS , MO
Job Description. Tapestry Solutions, A Boeing Company, comes with over 30 years of industry experience designing, implementing, training, and supporting logisti
- 2 days ago
Systems Engineer
BOEING - HAZELWOOD , MO
Job Description. Tapestry Solutions, A Boeing Company, comes with over 30 years of industry experience designing, implementing, training, and supporting logisti
- 2 days ago
Systems Engineer (Associate or Experienced)
BOEING - BERKELEY , MO
Job Description. Boeing Defense, Space & Security (BDS). is seeking a. Systems Engineer. to join our Phantom Works Systems Engineering Integration Team (SEIT) t
- 3 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 Systems Engineer in Houston, TX. The base salary for Systems Engineer ranges from $108,791 to $131,380 with the average base salary of $119,073. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $112,093 to $137,437 with the average total cash compensation of $123,364.

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About Houston, Texas    Houston is located 165 miles (266 km) east of Austin, 88 miles (142 km) west of the Louisiana border, and 250 miles (400 km) south of Dallas. The city....More

Houston, Texas  area prices were up 2.3% from a year ago

Systems Engineer Salary in popular cities: San Antonio, Dallas, Austin

Skills associated with Systems Engineer: Design, Integration

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