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

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 $176,841, an Aviation Operations Supervisor (10+ years)earns $143,212, an Aviation Operations Manager (10+ years)earns $182,519, an Aviation Operations Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $217,568, an Aviation Operations Director (10+ years)earns $269,815,

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 $217,600, California $216,800, Massachusetts $213,900. 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: $243,700; Aerospace Aviation Engineering Senior Manager: $198,500; Flight Operations Senior Manager: $196,503; Aviation Engineering Senior Manager: $179,800; Aerospace Aviation Maintenance Engineering Senior Manager: $166,300.

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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 January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aviation Operations Senior Manager in District of Columbia is $217,600 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): $248,549
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $190,500 to $233,800
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $165,827

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Aviation Operations Senior Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$233,800	$19,483	$4,496	$112
Average	$217,600	$18,133	$4,185	$105
25th Percentile	$190,500	$15,875	$3,663	$92

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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): $176,841
Aviation Operations Supervisor (10+ years): $143,212
Aviation Operations Manager (10+ years): $182,519
Aviation Operations Senior Manager (10+ years): $217,568
Aviation Operations Director (10+ years): $269,815

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Lead Flight Instruction Coordinator	7-10 years	$176,841
Aviation Operations Supervisor	10+ years	$143,212
Aviation Operations Manager	10+ years	$182,519
Aviation Operations Senior Manager	10+ years	$217,568
Aviation Operations Director	10+ years	$269,815

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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: $217,600.
California: $216,800.
Massachusetts: $213,900.

District of Columbia $217,600 California $216,800 Massachusetts $213,900 Washington $213,100 New Jersey $213,000 Alaska $212,800 Connecticut $210,100 New York $209,000

Hawaii $205,400 Rhode Island $203,800 Maryland $202,700 Minnesota $201,100 Colorado $200,500 Illinois $200,300 Oregon $199,600 Delaware $199,000

New Hampshire $198,700 Virginia $197,900 Pennsylvania $195,700 Nevada $194,500 North Dakota $194,200 Michigan $193,600 Wisconsin $193,400 Vermont $192,900

Texas $191,700 Maine $191,600 Arizona $191,500 Ohio $191,400 Georgia $189,600 Indiana $188,700 Wyoming $188,500 Utah $188,200

Iowa $188,100 Kansas $187,200 Louisiana $186,900 North Carolina $186,800 Missouri $186,700 Florida $186,000 Montana $185,600 Nebraska $185,200

Kentucky $185,000 South Carolina $184,200 Tennessee $183,700 Idaho $183,500 New Mexico $182,100 Oklahoma $181,700 Alabama $180,600 South Dakota $178,600

Arkansas $177,600 West Virginia $177,000 Mississippi $175,300

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: $217,600
Washington: $217,600
Naval Anacost Annex: $217,600

Parcel Return Service, DC $217,600 Washington, DC $217,600 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $217,600 Washington Navy Yard, DC $217,600

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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$190,500

Average $217,600/year

$233,800

$15,875

Average $18,133/month

$19,483

$3,663

Average $4,185/week

$4,496

$92

Average $105/hour

$112

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$233,800	$19,483	$4,496	$112
Average	$217,600	$18,133	$4,185	$105
25th Percentile	$190,500	$15,875	$3,663	$92

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 $269,900 - a projected growth of 24% over your current level.

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