The average NASA Principal Designer in Houston earns an estimated $167,123 annually, which includes an estimated base salary of $143,804 with a $23,319 bonus. NASA's Principal Designer compensation is $24,558 more than the US average for a Principal Designer. Principal Designer salaries at NASA in Houston can range from $70,000 - $300,000.
In Houston, The Design Department at NASA earns $18,535 more on average than the Finance Department.
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In Houston, Principal Designers earn $3,023 more than Principal Designers.
In Houston, The Design Department averages $18,535 more than the Finance Department, and $4,540 less than the IT Department
The average female Principal Designer at companies similar size to NASA reported making $154,148, while the average male Principal Designer at similar sized companies reported making $175,977.
The average Hispanic or Latino Principal Designer at companies similar size to NASA reported making $174,333, while the average African American/Black Principal Designer at similar sized companies reported making $134,000.
The majority of Principal Designers at NASA believe they're compensated fairly. 59% of Principal Designers at NASA say they receive annual bonuses, and the vast majority (74%) are satisfied with their benefits. See more compensation ratings at NASA