Avionics Systems Engineer Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does an Avionics Systems Engineer make in Chicago, IL? The average Avionics Systems Engineer salary in Chicago, IL is $77,688 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $68,394 and $85,442. 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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Senior RF Avionics Systems Engineer

K2 Space - Los Angeles , CA

... electrical engineers in order to prototype your RF systems and execute environmental and ... Oversee all technical and programmatic aspects of the RF avionics that fly on the satellite ...

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Sr. Avionics Engineer

Astrolab - Hawthorne , CA

Description As a Sr. Avionics Engineer, you will be responsible for full component and system ownership throughout the entire design lifecycle. You will play a pivotal role in architecting rover ...

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Avionics Technician

Adams Communication & Engineering Technology (ACET, Inc.) - Camp Pendleton South , CA

... system engineering and information technology firm, headquartered in Maryland and Virginia ... The Avionics Technician III performs installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of all wiring ...

LinkedIn - 4 days ago

Senior Electrical Engineer - Spacecraft Avionics

EVONA - Los Angeles , CA

Senior Electrical Engineer - Spacecraft Avionics Los Angeles Working for one of the most exciting ... Design, develop, build, and test avionics systems. * Drive rapid execution and iteration efforts ...

LinkedIn - 48 days ago

Avionics Engineer

AdAstra Talent Advisors - Oxnard , CA

Avionics Engineer - Job Description About AdAstra: AdAstra Talent Acquisition is a boutique firm ... Utilizing a mix of third party and in-house built components, the avionics system will fly the ...

LinkedIn - 63 days ago

Senior Avionics Design Engineer

Momentus Space LLC - San Jose , CA

JOB SUMMARY The Senior Avionics Design Engineer will take ownership of several spacecraft ... Design, test, and build spacecraft bus system power management modules including PCBA schematic ...

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What does an Avionics Systems Engineer do?

Common responsibilities of an Avionics Systems Engineer

Provide system integration engineering or design experience in support of various avionics system integration and on aircraft electrical modification engineering package design.

November 17, 2022

Requires a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or Computer Engineering, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

January 25, 2023

Assist with the evaluation and analysis of avionics and electrical system design for completion of function hazard assessments and system safety assessments.

February 02, 2023

Design knowledge of electrical bonding criteria, thermal cooling requirements for electronic equipment, EMI shielding, and High Intensity Radiated Fields (HIRF) / Indirect Effects of Lightning (IEL) installation criteria is considered a plus.

March 08, 2023

Create flight test reports containing data demonstrating proper system operation as required by TC/FAA/EASA Regulations.

April 07, 2023

Lead the engineering team in the performance and support of SIL, aircraft, and field integration, troubleshooting and repair of sensor systems in military flight test environment, including operations on a flight line, in a hangar, and in command and control centers.

April 18, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Avionics Systems Engineer in Chicago, IL

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68394

85442

77688

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77688

What is the average salary for Avionics Systems Engineer in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Avionics Systems Engineer in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Avionics Systems Engineer ranges from $68,394 to $85,442 with the average base salary of $77,688. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $68,394 to $85,442 with the average total cash compensation of $77,688.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$77,688	$68,394 - $85,442
Bonus	$0	$0 - $0
Total Pay	$77,688	$68,394 - $85,442

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Avionics Systems Engineer Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,779 - $85,923	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,779 - $85,923	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,701 - $85,825	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,753 - $85,890	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $68,753 - $85,890	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $67,214 - $83,967	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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