What are the main factors that influence an Aviation Operations Senior Manager's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Aviation Operations Senior Manager?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Aviation Operations Senior Manager roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change An Aviation Operations Senior Manager's salary?

An Aviation Operations Senior Manager's salary grows with experience: a Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator (7-10 years)earns $176,853, an Aviation Operations Supervisor (10+ years)earns $143,548, an Aviation Operations Manager (10+ years)earns $182,896, an Aviation Operations Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $217,798, an Aviation Operations Director (10+ years)earns $270,037,

What are the highest paying states for an Aviation Operations Senior Manager?

Aviation Operations Senior Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Aviation Operations Senior Manager roles are District of Columbia $217,800, California $217,000, Massachusetts $214,100. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Aviation Operations Senior Manager roles make?

Salaries for Aviation Operations Senior Manager level roles vary by specialization: Aviation Operations Director: $243,900; Aerospace Aviation Engineering Senior Manager: $198,600; Flight Operations Senior Manager: $196,711; Aviation Engineering Senior Manager: $179,800; Aerospace Aviation Maintenance Engineering Senior Manager: $166,400.

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Aviation Operations Senior Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does an Aviation Operations Senior Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aviation Operations Senior Manager in District of Columbia is $217,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $105.

However, an Aviation Operations Senior Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $247,603
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $190,300 to $233,400
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $165,263

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Aviation Operations Senior Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$233,400	$19,450	$4,488	$112
Average	$217,800	$18,150	$4,188	$105
25th Percentile	$190,300	$15,858	$3,660	$91

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Key Factors That Influence Aviation Operations Senior Manager Salaries

An Aviation Operations Senior Manager's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Aviation Operations Senior Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aviation Operations Senior Manager's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator (7-10 years): $176,853
Aviation Operations Supervisor (10+ years): $143,548
Aviation Operations Manager (10+ years): $182,896
Aviation Operations Senior Manager (10+ years): $217,798
Aviation Operations Director (10+ years): $270,037

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator	7-10 years	$176,853
Aviation Operations Supervisor	10+ years	$143,548
Aviation Operations Manager	10+ years	$182,896
Aviation Operations Senior Manager	10+ years	$217,798
Aviation Operations Director	10+ years	$270,037

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How Do Aviation Operations Senior Manager Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Aviation Operations Senior Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $217,800.
California: $217,000.
Massachusetts: $214,100.

District of Columbia $217,800 California $217,000 Massachusetts $214,100 Washington $213,300 New Jersey $213,300 Alaska $213,000 Connecticut $210,300 New York $209,200

Hawaii $205,700 Rhode Island $204,000 Maryland $202,900 Minnesota $201,300 Colorado $200,800 Illinois $200,600 Oregon $199,800 Delaware $199,300

New Hampshire $198,900 Virginia $198,100 Pennsylvania $195,900 Nevada $194,700 North Dakota $194,400 Michigan $193,800 Wisconsin $193,600 Vermont $193,100

Texas $191,900 Maine $191,800 Arizona $191,700 Ohio $191,600 Georgia $189,800 Indiana $188,900 Wyoming $188,700 Utah $188,400

Iowa $188,300 Kansas $187,400 Louisiana $187,100 North Carolina $187,000 Missouri $186,900 Florida $186,200 Montana $185,800 Nebraska $185,400

Kentucky $185,200 South Carolina $184,400 Tennessee $183,900 Idaho $183,700 New Mexico $182,200 Oklahoma $181,900 Alabama $180,800 South Dakota $178,800

Arkansas $177,800 West Virginia $177,200 Mississippi $175,500

Top Paying Cities for Aviation Operations Senior Managers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $216,700
Washington: $216,700
Naval Anacost Annex: $216,700

Parcel Return Service, DC $216,700 Washington, DC $216,700 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $216,700 Washington Navy Yard, DC $216,700

Aviation Operations Senior Manager Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Aviation Operations Senior Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $243,815. While startup companies pay approximate $206,261.

Aviation Operations Senior Manager Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$206,261
Growth Stage	51~500	$218,146
Established	501~5000	$235,446
Enterprise	5000+	$243,815

Aviation Operations Senior Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Aviation Operations Senior Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Aviation Operations Senior Manager positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Financial Services typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Aviation Operations Senior Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Aviation Operations Senior Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$304,920	$147.0	40%
Energy & Utilities	$283,140	$136.0	30%
Insurance	$272,250	$131.0	25%
Construction	$261,360	$126.0	20%
Telecom	$261,360	$126.0	20%

Aviation Operations Senior Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Aviation Operations Senior Manager's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$190,300

Average $217,800/year

$233,400

$15,858

Average $18,150/month

$19,450

$3,660

Average $4,188/week

$4,488

$91

Average $105/hour

$112

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$233,400	$19,450	$4,488	$112
Average	$217,800	$18,150	$4,188	$105
25th Percentile	$190,300	$15,858	$3,660	$91

Aviation Operations Senior Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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For an Aviation Operations Senior Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Aviation Operations Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $270,100 - a projected growth of 24% over your current level.

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