As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Operations Engineer in Washington Navy Yard, DC is $108,104, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,079 weekly, or $9,009 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Operations Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Operations Engineer in Washington Navy Yard, DC vary widely, spanning from $94,230 to $121,138. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($100,842) and 75th percentile ($114,927), while top earners (90th percentile) make $121,138 per year. This $14,085 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or API, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

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Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Operations Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $94,230 Washington Navy Yard, DC April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $100,842 Washington Navy Yard, DC April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $108,104 Washington Navy Yard, DC April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $114,927 Washington Navy Yard, DC April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $121,138 Washington Navy Yard, DC April 01, 2026
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    Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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108104

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131499
118256
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Operations Engineer in Washington Navy Yard, DC. The base salary for Operations Engineer ranges from $100,842 to $114,927 with the average base salary of $108,104. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $107,625 to $131,499 with the average total cash compensation of $118,256.

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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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