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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Pioneer advanced system solutions as a Principal Systems Engineer, leading integration and verification efforts for critical national security missions. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure coh...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$173K - $238K *

Transform the future of space technology by leading systems engineering initiatives. Collaborate with a dedicated team to integrate and verify advanced satellite systems, ensuring mission success and...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $140K *

Innovate in electronic design by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop high-quality solutions for flight missions, from concept through testing, ensuring adaptability to evolving requi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Pioneer advanced mechanical design for complex systems, leading projects from concept to production. Collaborate across disciplines, resolve technical challenges, and mentor junior engineers while ens...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $173K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team to conduct structural analysis on advanced spacecraft, ensuring design integrity through rigorous testing and collaboration on complex engineering challenges...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$104K - $173K *

Lead the charge in spacecraft structural analysis. Collaborate with engineers to ensure design integrity through advanced simulations, testing, and documentation in a fast-paced environment focused on...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of aviation by leading the industrialization of complex mechanical and electromechanical products. Drive manufacturing excellence from development to production...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $142K *

Join our innovative team to develop cutting-edge power electronics for spacecraft. Contribute to the entire lifecycle, from architecture definition to circuit design and testing, ensuring reliable pow...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$87K - $157K *

Drive the execution of comprehensive flight tests on fixed-wing aircraft, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with mission requirements and documentation standards while man...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$82K - $136K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of spacecraft design! As a Structures Design Engineer, you'll oversee the development of cutting-edge structures, generate detailed drawings, and drive innova...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $203K *

Shape the future of defense technology as a Systems Engineer in a dynamic team, driving technical planning, system integration, and verification in a fast-paced R&D environment while collaborating wit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $239K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative payload systems engineering efforts. Collaborate with experts to deliver cutting-edge solutions for government customers in a fast-paced environment, managing...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$67K - $124K *

Innovate with us as you develop and maintain embedded software applications, tackling complex algorithms and integrating multi-threaded solutions for advanced systems. Join a dynamic team to enhance t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Innovate cybersecurity solutions for autonomous aircraft, leading risk management and securing development environments. Collaborate with teams to integrate security from design to deployment, ensurin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing high-performance analog circuitry for advanced aerospace applications. Collaborate across engineering disciplines to drive innovative sensing technologies fro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $185K *

Develop software solutions in a collaborative DevOps environment, enhancing cyber training applications. Engage in the full software lifecycle, from design to deployment, while gaining diverse technic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Engage in electrical design, procurement, and safety activities for systems under 600 volts. Collaborate on modifications, reviews, and inspections while ensuring compliance with national codes and sa...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic hardware engineering team to design and implement electrical distribution systems for autonomous vehicles, ensuring robust architectures and seamless integration from concept to product...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Advance the design and implementation of electrical distribution systems for autonomous vehicles, ensuring robust architectures and seamless integration across teams from concept to production...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$70K - $115K *

Reimagine the future of satellite technology by leading spacecraft test programs. Drive innovation in testing procedures and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the highest standards of...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $190K *

Elevate your career by leading spacecraft mission operations and engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop operational strategies, ensuring seamless execution from design to on-o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading spacecraft operations and mission execution. Drive cross-functional collaboration, develop operational strategies, and ensure mission readiness from planning through on-orb...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$184K - $276K *

Manage and lead a team of embedded software engineers, driving technical excellence and career development while ensuring successful software delivery and compliance with Agile methodologies...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $125K *

Manage aircraft interface definition and integration, ensuring seamless collaboration across disciplines. Drive high-lift system integration and coordinate technical closure with partners to enhance e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $125K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing electric aviation by integrating aircraft systems and ensuring seamless interface closure across disciplines. Leverage your expertise to drive technical solutions an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.