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ConfigUSA

Avionics Engineer

Dayton, OH · On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Onsite - Dayton, OH, US Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent About the Opportunity: Client, a 100% employee-owned aerospace engineering company, is looking for a highly experienced Avionics ...

CSG

Senior Avionics Engineer

Sterling, VA · On-site

Northern Virginia (On-site/Hybrid) Employment Type: Full-Time An innovative aerospace company developing next-generation unmanned aircraft is seeking a Senior Avionics Engineer to lead the design ...

Impulse Space

Lead Avionics Engineer

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

$145K - $175K/yr

Avionics Employment Type: Full Time Location: Redondo Beach Reporting To: Kevin Mikolaitis, Director of Avionics Compensation: $145,000 - $175,000 / year Description As a Lead Avionics Engineer , you ...

Impulse Space

Lead Avionics Engineer

Redondo Beach, CA

$145K - $175K/yr

Description As a Lead Avionics Engineer , you will be responsible for developing the Avionic ... In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives ...

Impulse Space

Lead Avionics Engineer

Redondo Beach, CA · On-site

As a Lead Avionics Engineer , you will be responsible for developing the Avionic systems for ... In addition to base salary, for full-time hires, you may also be eligible for long-term incentives ...

Huntington Ingalls Industries

$106K - $145K/yr

Requisition Number: 29422 Required Travel: 0 - 10% Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt ... HII - Mission Technology is looking for a qualified Journeyman Avionics Engineer with Computer ...

Astrion

Avionics Integration Engineer, F-15

Dayton, OH · On-site

Wright-Patterson AFB, OH JOB STATUS: Full-time CLEARANCE: SECRET TRAVEL: 10-25% Astrion is expecting an exciting opportunity for an Avionics Engineer to join the F-15 team in the near future. This ...

Astrion

Avionics Integration Engineer, F-15

Dayton, OH · On-site

$115K - $135K/yr

Wright-Patterson AFB, OH JOB STATUS: Full-time CLEARANCE: SECRET TRAVEL: 10-25% Astrion is expecting an exciting opportunity for an Avionics Engineer to join the F-15 team in the near future. This ...

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How much do full time avionics engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time avionics engineer in the United States is $111,304.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,500.00 and $136,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Avionics Engineer vs Part Time Avionics Technician?

AspectFull Time Avionics Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field; certifications like FAA or EASA may be preferred
Work EnvironmentDesign, development, testing, and integration of avionics systems in aerospace companies or aircraft manufacturers
Job FocusSystem design, engineering analysis, and project management for avionics systems

In contrast, a Part Time Avionics Technician typically holds certifications like FCC or FAA certifications, works in maintenance and repair environments, and focuses on troubleshooting and repairing existing avionics systems. While both roles involve avionics, the engineer is more involved in design and development, whereas the technician handles hands-on maintenance. The Full Time Avionics Engineer role is suited for those interested in engineering and system integration, often in aerospace manufacturing or development settings.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Avionics Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Locum Tenens, 95% Full Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $111,304 per year, or $53.5 per hour.

Avionics Engineer

ConfigUSA

Dayton, OH • On-site

$150K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Subject-Matter Expert (SME) Avionics Engineer – Active TS Clearance Required

Location: Onsite – Dayton, OH, US

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Opportunity:

Client, a 100% employee-owned aerospace engineering company, is looking for a highly experienced Avionics Engineering SME to support the Air Force’s Phalanx Griffon (PG) program. PG is an advanced, open-architecture airborne node designed to deliver decision-quality data to warfighters at the tactical edge.

This is a new and high-impact role that places you at the center of integrating mission-critical avionics systems across multiple platforms for Major Release 2 (FY 2025–2027). You’ll ensure technical integration, flight readiness, and digital-thread continuity for one of the Department of the Air Force’s most strategically significant airborne programs.

Key Responsibilities:Architecture & Design Authority
  • Define integration of Nomad VPX hardware with platform data buses (MIL‑STD‑1553, ARINC‑429/664, Ethernet TSN) and mission computers.
  • Develop ICDs, signal-flow diagrams, timing budgets, and alignment with OMS/UCI and cross-domain guard requirements.
Airworthiness & Certification
  • Lead the creation of AF Form 1067s, flight-clearance packages (E-series), and safety-of-flight documentation.
  • Support and oversee compliance with DO‑254 (hardware) and DO‑178C (software) standards.
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) & Digital Thread
  • Model avionics systems in SysML/CAMEO and link to requirements, verifications, and part trees.
  • Run configuration control boards and manage redlines and synchronized updates to digital artifacts.
Lab-to-Flight Integration
  • Specify and verify harnesses, signal conditioning, and power interface implementations within the SIL.
  • Diagnose and resolve EMI/EMC, signal timing, and protocol-related integration issues.
Flight-Test & Fielding Support
  • Author test cards, telemetry plans, and IATT documentation.
  • Serve as ground/flight avionics lead during developmental and operational test events, supporting real-time data analysis and anomaly troubleshooting.
Mentorship & Stakeholder Engagement
  • Advise USAF Integrated Product Teams, SPOs, and OEMs while presenting tech readiness and risks to senior leadership (SES/GO level).
  • Mentor junior and mid-level engineers on open-architecture avionics and secure DevSecOps practices.
Basic Qualifications:
  • U.S. Citizenship and Active TS/SCI clearance are required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Aerospace, Avionics, or Computer Engineering (Master’s preferred).
  • 20+ years of avionics design, integration, flight test, and operational fielding experience on military aircraft.
  • In-depth knowledge of MIL-STD‑1553, ARINC‑429/664, Ethernet (TSN/AFDX), VPX architectures, and avionics timing/sync.
  • Demonstrated success with integrating Type‑1 cryptographic equipment, SATCOM, RF systems, and OMS/UCI or FACE-conformant components.
  • Hands-on experience generating airworthiness documentation and leading DT/OT phases.
  • Proficiency in avionics E‑CAD and MBSE tools (CAMEO/MagicDraw, Rhapsody, Altium, OrCAD).
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience supporting programs like ABMS, CJADC2, or airborne C4ISR systems.
  • Deep familiarity with DO-254, DO-178C, RCC 324/125‑15, and MIL‑STD‑461 (EMI/EMC).
  • INCOSE CSEP/ESEP, Designated Engineering Representative (DER), or USAF TPS coursework.
  • Knowledge of integrating SDNs, content-routing, and software-defined radios into legacy airframes.
  • Agile/SAFe certification and understanding of classified DevSecOps environments (e.g., Platform One, Rancher).
Why Join Client?
  • Employee-Owned Culture: As part of our team, you’re also an owner and shareholder.
  • Trusted Legacy: Serving military and government sectors since 1977.
  • Core Values: We are built on People, Quality and Integrity, and Profitable Growth.
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible work hours and a collaborative environment.
  • Professional Development: Opportunities to lead, mentor, and shape the next generation of avionics engineers.
  • Compensation: Includes annual performance reviews and eligibility for Bonus Incentive Plans (BIPs).
Additional Information:
  • Relocation Available: No
  • Sponsorship Available: No
  • Equity: No (Employee-owned through ESOP)
  • Variable Compensation: Yes – BIPs and annual performance reviews
  • Direct Reports: No
  • New Position: Yes