As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Radar Engineer in the US is $74,729, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,437 weekly, or $6,227 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Radar Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Radar Engineer in the US vary widely, spanning from $62,623 to $86,379. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($68,392) and 75th percentile ($80,827), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,379 per year. This $12,435 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, District of Columbia Radar Engineer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 69 companies and industry startups. 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
Radar Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Radar Engineer Salary $62,623 US April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Radar Engineer Salary $68,392 US April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Radar Engineer Salary $74,729 US April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Radar Engineer Salary $80,827 US April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Radar Engineer Salary $86,379 US April 01, 2026
25% $68,392 10% $62,623 90% $86,379 75% $80,827 $74,729 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Bachelor's Degree

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