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Mission Systems Engineer

Average Mission Systems Engineer Salary

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$76,552
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$58k
MEDIAN
$77k
90%
$121k

The average salary for a Mission Systems Engineer is $76,552 in 2025

Base Salary
$58k - $121k
Bonus
$1k - $10k
Profit Sharing
$963 - $10k
Commission
$499 - $50k
Total Pay
$57k - $124k
Based on 17,137 salary profiles (last updated Feb 07 2024)
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3.9 out of 5
(2,110)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Mission Systems Engineer

Medical
89%
Dental
81%
Vision
73%
None
10%

Gender Breakdown for Mission Systems Engineers

Male
77.7%
Female
21.8%
Prefer to self-define
0.5%
This data is based on 6,412 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Mission Systems Engineers

What is the highest pay for Mission Systems Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Mission Systems Engineer is $121k / year

What is the lowest pay for Mission Systems Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Mission Systems Engineer is $58k / year

How can Mission Systems Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Mission Systems Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Mission Systems Engineer that oversees more junior Mission Systems Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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