As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Embedded Systems Engineer in Washington Navy Yard, DC is $100,452, equivalent to $48 per hour, $1,932 weekly, or $8,371 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Embedded Systems Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Embedded Systems Engineer in Washington Navy Yard, DC vary widely, spanning from $84,187 to $116,102. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($91,938) and 75th percentile ($108,644), while top earners (90th percentile) make $116,102 per year. This $16,706 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Risk Management or Operating System, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Washington Navy Yard Embedded Systems Engineer often earn 0.5% higher 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
Embedded Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $84,187 Washington Navy Yard, DC May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $91,938 Washington Navy Yard, DC May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $100,452 Washington Navy Yard, DC May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $108,644 Washington Navy Yard, DC May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Embedded Systems Engineer Salary $116,102 Washington Navy Yard, DC May 01, 2026
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    Embedded Systems Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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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 Embedded Systems Engineer in Washington Navy Yard, DC. The base salary for Embedded Systems Engineer ranges from $91,938 to $108,644 with the average base salary of $100,452. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $98,424 to $124,089 with the average total cash compensation of $110,113.

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About Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia    The Washington Navy Yard (WNY) is the former shipyard and ordnance plant of the United States Navy in Southeast Washington, D.C. It is the oldest shor....More

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