Aeronautical Engineer I Salary in the United States

Aeronautical Engineer I Salary

How much does an Aeronautical Engineer I make in the United States? The average Aeronautical Engineer I salary in the United States is $80,506 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $75,207 and $85,539. 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. 

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Aeronautical Engineer I Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Aeronautical Engineer I Salary $70,383 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Aeronautical Engineer I Salary $75,207 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Aeronautical Engineer I Salary $80,506 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Aeronautical Engineer I Salary $85,539 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Aeronautical Engineer I Salary $90,121 US March 26, 2024
25% $75,207 10% $70,383 90% $90,121 75% $85,539 $80,506 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Job Description for Aeronautical Engineer I

Aeronautical Engineer I designs aircraft and helicopter parts and propulsion systems to optimize aerodynamic performance and promote safe, efficient, and reliable operation. Develops computational models and simulations to understand and assess the performance of aircraft design and identify necessary improvements. Being an Aeronautical Engineer I conducts prototype testing and utilizes wind tunnels to understand aerodynamic principles such as lift, drag, and maneuverability and evaluate the performance and safety in various conditions. Collects, processes, and analyzes aircraft data and conducts calculations to understand and estimate flight parameters. Additionally, Aeronautical Engineer I utilizes CAE tools to analyze structural integrity and ensure aircraft parts can withstand stresses and loads encountered during flight. Understands and complies with all federal regulatory requirements and specifications. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Aeronautical Engineer I work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be an Aeronautical Engineer I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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Career Path for Aeronautical Engineer I

A career path is a sequence of jobs that leads to your short- and long-term career goals. Some follow a linear career path within one field, while others change fields periodically to achieve career or personal goals.

For Aeronautical Engineer I, the first career path typically starts with an Aeronautical Engineer II position, and then Aeronautical Engineer IV.

The second career path typically progresses to Airport Engineer.

The third career path typically starts with an Aerospace Engineer II position, and then progresses to Aerospace Engineer IV.

Additionally, the fourth career path typically starts with an Engineer II position, and then progresses to Engineer IV.

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Aeronautical Engineer I Pay Difference by Location

Aeronautical Engineer I salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Aeronautical Engineer I, the highest Aeronautical Engineer I salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Aeronautical Engineer I salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Aeronautical Engineer I salary is in Miami, FL, where the Aeronautical Engineer I salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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