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How much does an Aviation Engineering Supervisor make in the United States? The average Aviation Engineering Supervisor salary in the United States is $148,200 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $134,100 and $164,700. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Aviation Engineering Supervisor Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Aviation Engineering Supervisor Salary $121,263 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Aviation Engineering Supervisor Salary $134,100 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Aviation Engineering Supervisor Salary $148,200 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Aviation Engineering Supervisor Salary $164,700 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Aviation Engineering Supervisor Salary $179,722 US March 26, 2024
25% $134,100 10% $121,263 90% $179,722 75% $164,700 $148,200 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Aviation Engineering Supervisor supervises and delegates the daily operations of an aeronautical engineering team and implements policies and procedures to guide workflow and ensure compliance with federal regulations. Oversees the design of aircraft and helicopter parts and propulsion systems to optimize aerodynamic performance and promote safe, efficient, and reliable operation. Being an Aviation Engineering Supervisor reviews prototype testing to validate the performance and safety of aircraft parts in various conditions. Develops computational models and simulations to understand and assess the performance of aircraft design and identify necessary improvements. In addition, Aviation Engineering Supervisor collects, processes, and analyzes aircraft data and conducts calculations to understand and estimate flight parameters. Utilizes CAE tools to analyze structural integrity to ensure aircraft parts can withstand stresses and loads encountered during flight. Typically requires a master's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Aviation Engineering Supervisor supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. Working as an Aviation Engineering Supervisor typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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    Master's Degree or MBA

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    Aviation Engineering Supervisor

    3 - 5 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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    Aviation Engineering Manager

    5 + years experience
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