Systems Engineer Salary in Trenton, New Jersey

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How much does a Systems Engineer make in Trenton, NJ? The average Systems Engineer salary in Trenton, NJ is $129,224 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $118,065 and $142,581. 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
- 127 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
- 11 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
- 118 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
- 3 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
- 3 days ago
Systems Engineer (Associate or Experienced)
BOEING - BERKELEY , MO
Job Description. The Phantom Works Systems Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT) team is seeking a. Systems Engineer. to support development efforts on propri
- 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 Systems Engineer in Trenton, NJ. The base salary for Systems Engineer ranges from $118,065 to $142,581 with the average base salary of $129,224. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $121,649 to $149,154 with the average total cash compensation of $133,881.

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About Trenton, New Jersey    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city had a total area of 8.155 square miles (21.122 km2), including 7.648 square miles (19.809 km2) ....More

Trenton, New Jersey  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

Systems Engineer Salary in popular cities: Newark, Jersey City, Paterson

Skills associated with Systems Engineer: Design, Integration

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