As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Avionics Engineer in Richmond, VA is $79,302, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,525 weekly, or $6,609 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Avionics Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Avionics Engineer in Richmond, VA vary widely, spanning from $65,332 to $98,054. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($71,990) and 75th percentile ($89,117), while top earners (90th percentile) make $98,054 per year. This $17,127 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Wiring Diagram, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Richmond Avionics Engineer often earn 3.4% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Avionics Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Avionics Engineer Salary $65,332 Richmond, VA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Avionics Engineer Salary $71,990 Richmond, VA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Avionics Engineer Salary $79,302 Richmond, VA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Avionics Engineer Salary $89,117 Richmond, VA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Avionics Engineer Salary $98,054 Richmond, VA May 01, 2026
25% $71,990 10% $65,332 90% $98,054 75% $89,117 $79,302 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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