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Nuclear Regulator Apprenticeship Network Pay
Estimated Four Year Salary Progression for ENGINEER/SCIENTIST
Career salary progression for an Engineer or Scientist coming straight out of school with a bachelors degree with one of the following: 1) an overall Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 2.95 on a 4.0 scale (GPA may not be rounded up to reach 2.95) or at least 3.5 in the major (GPA may not be rounded up to reach 3.5); or 2) standing in the upper third of student's class; or 3) election to membership in one of the national honorary scholastic societies; or 4) other significant scholastic/academic achievements.
| Present | At 1 Year | At 2 Years | At 3 Years | At 4 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GG-7 | GG-9 | GG-11 | GG-12 | GG-13 |
| $79.198 | $83,429 | $89,195 | $102,415 | $121,785 |
Career salary progression for an Engineer or Scientist coming straight out of school with a masters degree and no prior experience.
| Present | At 1 Year | At 2 Years | At 3 Years | At 4 Years* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GG-9 | GG-11 | GG-12 | GG-13 | GG-13 |
| $85,366 | $91,546 | $102,415 | $121,785 | $125,845 |
Career salary progression for an Engineer or Scientist coming straight out of school with a doctoral degree and no prior experience.
| Present | At 1 Year | At 2 Years | At 3 Years* | At 4 Years* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GG-11 | GG-12 | GG-13 | GG-13 | GG-13 |
| $96,248 | $102,415 | $121,785 | $125,845 | $129,904 |
NOTE: Promotions are not guaranteed and are dependent upon satisfactory performance in the position. Projected salaries are based on service in the Washington, DC metropolitan area, with Career Ladder promotion to the GG-13 grade level, including step increases as warranted. Salaries DO NOT include a cost of living allowance each year. Projections are made based on current information as of January 12, 2025.
*Eligible to compete for GG-14 positions.
Page Last Reviewed/Updated Thursday, August 27, 2026
Page Last Reviewed/Updated Thursday, August 27, 2026