Explore Avionics Engineer Jobs

Avionics engineers design, integrate, test, and maintain the electronic systems that help aircraft operate safely and reliably. Their work can span navigation, communications, flight controls, radar, displays, and onboard computing across commercial aviation, defense, aerospace, and space programs. Explore vetted Avionics Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where listed positions pay $100,000 or more.

What Avionics Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by employer and project, but may include developing system architectures, selecting components, analyzing requirements, integrating hardware and software, troubleshooting issues, and documenting engineering decisions. Engineers also collaborate with systems, electrical, software, mechanical, manufacturing, and safety teams throughout a product’s lifecycle.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a degree in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, computer engineering, or a related field, along with relevant experience in avionics or other safety-critical systems. Useful capabilities may include systems engineering, embedded systems, electronic circuit design, requirements management, verification and validation, and familiarity with industry standards and certification processes. Specific requirements depend on the role, employer, and program.

Industries and Career Paths

Avionics engineers work for aircraft and spacecraft manufacturers, defense contractors, airlines, maintenance and repair organizations, and suppliers of aerospace systems. Career paths can lead to senior engineering, technical leadership, systems architecture, program management, or specialized roles in areas such as flight controls, navigation, communications, and certification.

Find Avionics Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Browse Avionics Engineer listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and employers. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover opportunities aligned with their expertise and career goals.

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$110K - $130K *

Lead a multi-disciplinary team to design and develop advanced UAS solutions, transforming operational needs into scalable architectures and ensuring successful product execution from concept to produc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $200K *

Unlock your potential by leading complex digital design projects, overseeing architecture development, and ensuring technical excellence across multidisciplinary teams from concept to delivery...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative digital designs and architectures. Oversee a design team through all phases of hardware delivery, ensuring technical excellence and collaboration across discip...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $250K *

Drive innovation by leading the design and development of advanced electrical systems. Oversee integration, testing, and logistics support for complex defense projects, leveraging extensive expertise...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of flight by driving avionics development and integration, ensuring high-performance systems that support critical missions and next-generation aerospace technolo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Drive the establishment and scaling of airframe manufacturing operations, transforming engineering concepts into tangible hardware through hands-on collaboration across teams to ensure quality and eff...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical resource, enhancing enterprise applications and infrastructure services. Drive operational excellence, support cross-functional initiatives, and ensure reliable, sec...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$179K - $268K *

Manage and inspire the engineering team to excel in avionics projects, ensuring resource alignment and operational efficiency, while fostering cross-functional collaboration and adhering to industry s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $118K *

Shape the future of space exploration by joining our team as a Space Vehicle Systems Engineer. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects, guiding spacecraft from concept to launch, and ensure mission succe...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $171K *

Join a team that's advancing navigation technology through model-based engineering and agile practices. Collaborate with experts to enhance mission success and drive innovation in national defense sys...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Lead the design and development of advanced Telemetry and Flight Termination Systems. Drive full lifecycle engineering, mentor team members, and ensure compliance with rigorous standards while collabo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Drive innovation in avionics by designing advanced power conversion systems, tackling complex aerospace challenges, and collaborating with industry experts to enhance your skills and knowledge in powe...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $202K *

Lead the charge in designing and integrating avionics systems for cutting-edge spacecraft. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure mission success through innovative solutions and rigorous testin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by providing engineering support for complex systems integration, ensuring compliance with standards while managing interfaces and user requirements. Collaborate on assessments and te...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career as you design, prototype, and deploy innovative electronics, solving challenges across PCB design and system integration, advancing hardware products from concept to production with...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $193K *

Advance next-gen satellite capabilities by developing innovative embedded software solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance AI/ML applications and optimize algorithms for space s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $190K *

Deliver your expertise to design and sustain RF antenna systems across all frequencies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to foster innovation, ensure quality, and support project success throug...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $140K *

Transform your career by leading spacecraft testing initiatives, enhancing processes, and collaborating with diverse teams to ensure the success of cutting-edge aerospace projects. Drive innovation an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing complex PCB layouts, collaborating with clients to meet specifications, conducting signal integrity analysis, and ensuring optimal performance through rigorous validation...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $140K *

Empower your career by developing innovative software solutions that enhance visualization tools. Collaborate with a dynamic team to create and sustain applications that support mission analytics in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower product excellence by leading electrical design defect resolution. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product robustness, yield, and quality while driving corrective actions and continu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $110K *

Build and maintain complex avionics systems, ensuring precision and reliability in hardware development for testing across various engineering disciplines, while collaborating effectively with cross-f...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Unlock the potential of avionics systems by leading testing engineering, collaborating with diverse teams, establishing best practices, and driving business growth to support critical military capabil...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$265K - $398K *

Transform the mechanical engineering landscape by leading multi-team initiatives for critical avionics design, ensuring exceptional delivery from concept to production while fostering a culture of own...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Champion the future of cybersecurity by managing enterprise vulnerability assessments, ensuring compliance, and enhancing system security for critical infrastructure. Collaborate with technical teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an avionics engineer do?question toggle

    An avionics engineer designs, integrates, tests, or supports electronic systems used in aircraft and spacecraft, such as navigation, communications, flight controls, and onboard displays.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for avionics engineer jobs?question toggle

    Many roles call for a degree in electrical, aerospace, computer engineering, or a related discipline, plus relevant engineering experience. Requirements vary by employer and position.

  • What industries hire avionics engineers?question toggle

    Employers include aerospace and aircraft manufacturers, defense contractors, airlines, space companies, and aerospace suppliers or maintenance organizations.

  • What skills are useful for an avionics engineer?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include systems engineering, embedded systems, electronics, requirements analysis, integration, troubleshooting, and verification and validation. Some positions also require familiarity with aerospace standards and certification.

  • How can I find Avionics Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Avionics Engineer listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its specific compensation, experience, and location details.