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How much does an Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Manager make in California? The average Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Manager salary in California is $172,200 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $155,600 and $194,000. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Manager Salary $140,487 CA February 26, 2024
25th Percentile Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Manager Salary $155,600 CA February 26, 2024
50th Percentile Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Manager Salary $172,200 CA February 26, 2024
75th Percentile Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Manager Salary $194,000 CA February 26, 2024
90th Percentile Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Manager Salary $213,848 CA February 26, 2024
25% $155,600 10% $140,487 90% $213,848 75% $194,000 $172,200 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Manager implements procedures to guide the routine inspection of aircraft components to facilitate optimal and reliable functionality. Manages engineering tasks involving changes or alterations to designs or specifications of aircraft parts, modules, or systems to ensure calibration and safety. Being an Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Manager reviews documented issues and reports to determine repairability and evaluates recommendations for replacements, repairs, or modifications to ensure conformance with safety standards and performance requirements. Oversees the scheduling and timely completion of repairs and maintenance ensuring budget adherence. In addition, Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Manager evaluates aircraft data and technical documents and researches new technologies to identify areas to improve practices or processes. Develops internal policies and guidelines to ensure compliance with federal aviation regulations and safety standards. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Working as an Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Location Coachella, CA Avg. Salary $165,731 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acampo, CA Avg. Salary $166,470 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Acton, CA Avg. Salary $174,246 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adelanto, CA Avg. Salary $165,544 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Adin, CA Avg. Salary $158,400 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Agoura Hills, CA Avg. Salary $171,244 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Aguanga, CA Avg. Salary $166,080 Date Updated February 26, 2024
Location Ahwahnee, CA Avg. Salary $155,495 Date Updated February 26, 2024
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Location Alamo, CA Avg. Salary $190,028 Date Updated February 26, 2024
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