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Satellite Operations Engineer

Average Satellite Operations Engineer Salary

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$84,203
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$65k
MEDIAN
$84k
90%
$124k

The average salary for a Satellite Operations Engineer is $84,203 in 2025

Base Salary
$65k - $124k
Bonus
$1k - $14k
Profit Sharing
$834 - $12k
Commission
$20 - $33k
Total Pay
$64k - $129k
Based on 16,288 salary profiles (last updated Jul 03 2024)
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3.8 out of 5
(1,349)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Satellite Operations Engineer

Medical
91%
Dental
82%
Vision
73%
None
9%

Gender Breakdown for Satellite Operations Engineers

Male
85.4%
Female
13.6%
Prefer to self-define
0.7%
This data is based on 4,861 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Satellite Operations Engineers

What is the highest pay for Satellite Operations Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Satellite Operations Engineer is $124k / year

What is the lowest pay for Satellite Operations Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Satellite Operations Engineer is $65k / year

How can Satellite Operations Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Satellite Operations 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 Satellite Operations Engineer that oversees more junior Satellite Operations Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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