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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Principal Aeronautical Engineer Level 3 (AHT)
$114K - $171K *
Drive innovation in missile defense by designing advanced aeronautical structures. Collaborate across teams to enhance product development, ensuring compliance with industry standards while mentoring...
5 days ago
$80K - $110K *
Join us to support NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center by applying engineering technology and systems engineering concepts. This hands-on role involves data collection, troubleshooting, and collab...
1 week ago
$79K - $147K *
Lead the charge in coordinating engineering projects, ensuring timely drawing releases and effective communication across multidisciplinary teams to support program success and operational efficiency...
2 days ago
$79K - $147K *
Shape the future of strategic defense by leading engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet performance and budget goa...
6 days ago
$70K - $130K *
Drive project success by orchestrating activities across initiatives, translating technical concepts into actionable plans, and ensuring alignment with cost and schedule targets for optimal project de...
1 week ago
Principal/Senior Principal Engineer Electronics - Avionics Radar (Melbourne FL)
$98K - $184K *
Join our team as an Avionics Radar Engineer to drive innovative radar system development and performance analysis, collaborating across functions and managing suppliers while ensuring aircraft certifi...
Reposted 1 week ago
Systems Engineer - Space Superiority Missions
$91K - $137K *
Join a team that's tackling complex challenges in space systems engineering. You'll collaborate across disciplines to develop, integrate, and test advanced spacecraft for national security missions, e...
2 weeks ago
$75K - $112K *
Oversee coordination with engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions, manage technical baselines, and ensure project milestones are met while navigating technical, schedule, and cost constraint...
Reposted 1 week ago
Program Manager- Commercial Avionics and Electronic Systems
$110K - $130K *
Drive success by managing complex aerospace programs, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely delivery while optimizing resources and enhancing customer satisfaction in a dynamic envi...
3 days ago
Guidance/Navigation/Control Engineering Sr - E3
$122K - $227K *
Unlock your potential by developing and integrating high-fidelity missile simulations. Collaborate with a skilled engineering team to enhance performance and optimize real-time execution across comple...
4 days ago
Guidance/Navigation/Control Engineering Sr - E3
$122K - $227K *
Develop and optimize high-fidelity missile simulation frameworks, integrating legacy models and ensuring accurate threat modeling. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance performance and validat...
4 days ago
Aircraft Design Engineer - Advanced Concepts
$130K - $150K *
Design integrated aircraft configurations and layouts, translating requirements into practical geometry. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure manufacturability and maintainability while advancing...
3 weeks ago
Aircraft Design Engineer - Advanced Concepts
$130K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to develop innovative aircraft configurations and integrate advanced systems. Collaborate across disciplines to translate requirements into practical designs, ensuring optimal perf...
3 weeks ago
Aircraft Design Engineer - Advanced Concepts
$130K - $150K *
Drive the development of innovative aircraft configurations and integrated designs, translating complex requirements into practical solutions while ensuring performance, manufacturability, and maintai...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Drive software innovation by developing GUIs, embedded software, and lab infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to enhance systems and optimize workflows while shaping a dynamic engineering environm...
3 weeks ago
$75K - $105K *
Join a team that's dedicated to advancing RF spectrum engineering for diverse DoD and commercial clients. Contribute to technical development, spectrum management, and emerging tech integration. Oppor...
Reposted 4 days ago
Senior Project Engineer (Hybrid)
$86K - $165K *
Transform engineering initiatives by leading cross-functional teams in the development, testing, and optimization of fuel metering systems, ensuring high-quality solutions in a dynamic aerospace envir...
Reposted 1 week ago
Electrostatics Specialist Engineer - Space Exploration Avionics Systems
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in spacecraft charging analysis and ESD mitigation, serving as a subject-matter expert in high-charging environments. Collaborate with engineering teams on risk assessments and materia...
3 weeks ago
$90K - $130K *
Empower the ship design team by providing expert electrical engineering support, ensuring seamless integration of electrical systems in naval vessels. Collaborate on design, analysis, and compliance t...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $150K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of naval engineering by providing expert electrical design and analysis for ship systems, ensuring safety and efficiency in cutting-edge maritime projects...
3 weeks ago
Engineer/Principal Systems Engineer (Electrical Engineering)
$87K - $131K *
Advance your career by developing innovative RF Electronic Warfare solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally in a dynamic setting, creating and testing algorithms and models that bolster defense capab...
Reposted 1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's dedicated to financial excellence, overseeing accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements. Collaborate across departments to enhance reporting accur...
2 days ago
Space Systems Integration Engineer
$190K - $220K *
Lead critical integration efforts in advanced space systems, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance capabilities and ensure seamless operations across ground and mission segments while managing r...
5 days ago
$82K - $129K *
Advance your career by leading the development of electrical ground support equipment for space-based communications payloads, ensuring mission success through innovative testing and integration strat...
2 days ago
Chief Engineer, Defense Antenna Systems Sustainment & Modernization
$180K - $285K *
Shape the future of national security communications by leading complex sustainment and modernization efforts for advanced RF antenna systems. Drive technical excellence and ensure mission success acr...
2 weeks ago
What does an avionics engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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.