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.
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...
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$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...
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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...
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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...
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Electrical Engineer (RF & Phased Array)
$150K - $180K *
Join us to design high-density electronics for Satellite User Terminals. This hands-on role involves schematic capture, PCB layout, and production support, collaborating with cross-functional teams to...
3 weeks 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
Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Space Technologies
$91K - $138K *
Lead the development and optimization of manufacturing processes for precision optical and electromechanical systems in space applications, ensuring quality and efficiency while collaborating across e...
1 week ago
$120K - $160K *
Optimize software solutions for UAS while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance system integration, debugging, and performance. Stay updated on technologies to drive innovation and ensure high-q...
Reposted 4 days ago
$90K - $124K *
Solve complex engineering challenges by coordinating aircraft electrical modifications, ensuring compliance with design standards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance installation...
1 week ago
Sr. Principal Engineer Airworthiness
$142K - $213K *
Accelerate your career with a vital role ensuring airworthiness for aerospace projects. Collaborate across teams to achieve certification objectives and uphold standards throughout the product lifecyc...
Reposted 1 week ago
$95K - $149K *
Accelerate your career by joining our Engineering team to support innovative projects in fiber connectivity, network engineering, and automation. Ideal for early-career engineers eager to learn across...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $149K *
Unlock potential by joining our Engineering team to support diverse projects in fiber connectivity, network engineering, and automation. Ideal for early-career engineers eager to learn and contribute...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $149K *
Engage in innovative engineering solutions across hybrid platforms, supporting fiber connectivity, network engineering, and automation. Ideal for early-career engineers eager to learn and contribute t...
3 weeks ago
Principal/Sr. Principal RF Electronics Engineer
$103K - $155K *
Lead the charge in designing and developing advanced RF systems for government missions, ensuring compliance with regulations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex engineeri...
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Principal Engineer Guidance Navigation Control
$98K - $147K *
Lead the charge in developing and executing test procedures for advanced navigation systems, ensuring performance requirements are met while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic envi...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive innovation in radar engineering by analyzing systems, resolving issues, and mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate with a multi-contractor team to enhance radar capabilities and develop analyti...
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$66K - $101K *
Explore the future of unmanned air vehicles by developing and executing comprehensive test plans. Collaborate with engineers to ensure rigorous testing and analysis, contributing to innovative aerospa...
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Engineer innovative GN&C solutions for lunar missions, providing technical leadership and driving system performance from design to flight operations, while collaborating across multidisciplinary team...
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$110K - $130K *
Take ownership of spacecraft GN&C system performance from design to flight operations, driving architecture, algorithm development, and team collaboration to ensure mission success in advanced lunar o...
3 weeks ago
Aircraft Development Engineer - Advanced Concepts
$130K - $150K *
Drive the cross-functional development of innovative aircraft concepts, coordinating multidisciplinary trades and managing technical risks to optimize next-gen electric aviation solutions. Collaborate...
3 weeks ago
Aircraft Development Engineer - Advanced Concepts
$130K - $150K *
Shape the future of electric aviation by leading cross-functional aircraft development, coordinating technical reviews, and optimizing next-gen designs to drive innovation and efficiency in aerospace...
3 weeks ago
Aircraft Development Engineer - Advanced Concepts
$130K - $150K *
Join a team that's revolutionizing electric aviation by driving cross-functional development for next-gen aircraft concepts. Collaborate across disciplines to optimize designs, manage risks, and suppo...
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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.