What are the main factors that influence an Aerospace Engineer I's salary?

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

How does experience change An Aerospace Engineer 's salary?

An Aerospace Engineer 's salary grows with experience: an Aerospace Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $80,684, an Aerospace Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $96,866, an Aerospace Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $112,165, an Aerospace Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $141,922, an Aerospace Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $163,898,

What are the highest paying states for an Aerospace Engineer I?

Aerospace Engineer I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Aerospace Engineer I roles are District of Columbia $88,213, California $87,878, Massachusetts $86,707. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Aerospace Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Aerospace Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Aerospace Engineer VI: $199,172; Aerospace Engineer V: $161,843; Aerospace Engineer IV: $140,142; Aerospace Engineer: $114,513; Aerospace Engineer III: $110,758.

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Aerospace Engineer I Salary in Delaware

How much does an Aerospace Engineer I make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aerospace Engineer I in Delaware is $80,684 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $39.

However, an Aerospace Engineer I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,356
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,434 to $86,270
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,745

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Aerospace Engineer I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,270	$7,189	$1,659	$41
Average	$80,684	$6,724	$1,552	$39
25th Percentile	$74,434	$6,203	$1,431	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Aerospace Engineer I Salaries

An Aerospace Engineer I'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 Aerospace Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aerospace Engineer I'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:

Aerospace Engineer I (0-2 years): $80,684
Aerospace Engineer II (2-4 years): $96,866
Aerospace Engineer III (4-7 years): $112,165
Aerospace Engineer IV (7+ years): $141,922
Aerospace Engineer V (7-10 years): $163,898

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Aerospace Engineer I	0-2 years	$80,684
Aerospace Engineer II	2-4 years	$96,866
Aerospace Engineer III	4-7 years	$112,165
Aerospace Engineer IV	7+ years	$141,922
Aerospace Engineer V	7-10 years	$163,898

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How Do Aerospace Engineer I 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 Aerospace Engineer Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $88,213.
California: $87,878.
Massachusetts: $86,707.

District of Columbia $88,213 California $87,878 Massachusetts $86,707 Washington $86,388 New Jersey $86,356 Alaska $86,245 Connecticut $85,145 New York $84,699

Hawaii $83,273 Rhode Island $82,604 Maryland $82,150 Minnesota $81,528 Colorado $81,289 Illinois $81,210 Oregon $80,907 Delaware $80,684

New Hampshire $80,544 Virginia $80,230 Pennsylvania $79,313 Nevada $78,851 North Dakota $78,700 Michigan $78,461 Wisconsin $78,373 Vermont $78,198

Texas $77,712 Maine $77,680 Arizona $77,632 Ohio $77,577 Georgia $76,844 Indiana $76,477 Wyoming $76,405 Utah $76,294

Iowa $76,246 Kansas $75,864 Louisiana $75,752 North Carolina $75,712 Missouri $75,696 Florida $75,386 Montana $75,218 Nebraska $75,059

Kentucky $74,971 South Carolina $74,653 Tennessee $74,453 Idaho $74,374 New Mexico $73,792 Oklahoma $73,665 Alabama $73,195 South Dakota $72,406

Arkansas $71,976 West Virginia $71,745 Mississippi $71,051

Top Paying Cities for Aerospace Engineer Is

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:

Lincoln: $83,504
Little Creek: $82,731
Magnolia: $83,074

Lincoln, DE $83,504 Little Creek, DE $82,731 Magnolia, DE $83,074 Milford, DE $83,504 Marydel, DE $82,421 Millsboro, DE $83,504 Millville, DE $84,062 Milton, DE $83,504

Nassau, DE $83,504 Ocean View, DE $84,062 Rehoboth Beach, DE $84,062 Seaford, DE $82,628 Selbyville, DE $84,062 Smyrna, DE $82,325 Viola, DE $83,074 Woodside, DE $82,835

Bear, DE $81,720 Newark, DE $81,751 Claymont, DE $81,815 Delaware City, DE $81,751 Hockessin, DE $81,815 Kirkwood, DE $81,751 Middletown, DE $82,158 Montchanin, DE $81,815

New Castle, DE $81,815 Odessa, DE $82,269 Port Penn, DE $81,528 Rockland, DE $81,815 Saint Georges, DE $81,751 Townsend, DE $82,150 Winterthur, DE $81,815 Lewes, DE $83,504

Wilmington, DE $81,815 Dover, DE $82,692 Dover Afb, DE $82,883 Bethany Beach, DE $84,062 Bethel, DE $82,628 Bridgeville, DE $83,504 Camden Wyoming, DE $82,779 Cheswold, DE $82,500

Clayton, DE $82,293 Dagsboro, DE $84,062 Delmar, DE $82,628 Ellendale, DE $83,504 Felton, DE $83,504 Fenwick Island, DE $84,062 Frankford, DE $84,062 Frederica, DE $83,504

Georgetown, DE $83,504 Greenwood, DE $83,504 Harbeson, DE $83,504 Harrington, DE $83,504 Hartly, DE $82,253 Houston, DE $83,504 Kenton, DE $82,293 Laurel, DE $82,628

Yorklyn, DE $81,815

Aerospace Engineer I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Aerospace Engineer I'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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$74,434

Average $80,684/year

$86,270

$6,203

Average $6,724/month

$7,189

$1,431

Average $1,552/week

$1,659

$36

Average $39/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$86,270	$7,189	$1,659	$41
Average	$80,684	$6,724	$1,552	$39
25th Percentile	$74,434	$6,203	$1,431	$36

Aerospace Engineer I Salary Growth & Career Path

Aerospace Engineer I

Aeronautical Engineer II

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Aerospace Engineer I, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Aerospace Engineer I Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Aeronautical Engineer II	$96,866	20%
Airport Engineer	$73,562	-9%
Aerospace Engineer II	$96,866	20%
Engineer II	$93,308	16%

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