Typical NASA entry level pay rates are shown in the table below. The pay rates shown do not include locality pay adjustments which range from about 5% to 12% of salary. Your actual starting pay will be set according to the position, experience level, special qualifications, and in some cases-- degree level. Pay is usually adjusted annually based upon locality, cost of living, and within grade increases. Click here for
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| People Working in Jobs |
Civil Service Position |
Typical Entry Level Pay |
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Astronauts |
$60,743 -$71,780 |
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Administrative Professionals |
$25,501 - $31,195 + Locality Pay |
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Attorneys |
$37,744 - $74, 773 + Locality Pay |
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Engineers & Scientists |
$33,151 - $44,034 + Locality Pay |
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Medical Doctors |
$68,137 - $84,741 + Locality Pay |
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Pilots
(Not including Astronauts) |
$31,195 - $74,773 + Locality Pay |
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Secretaries/Clerks |
$16,392 - $20,588 + Locality Pay |
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Senior Management |
$102,300 + Locality Pay |
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Student & Developmental Programs |
$15,023 - $18,401 + Locality Pay |
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Technicians
(Includes Safety, Quality,
Aircraft, Engineering, etc.) |
$25,501 - $37, 744 + Locality Pay |
