What are the main factors that influence an Aerospace Engineering 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 Aerospace Engineering Manager's salary?

An Aerospace Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: an Aerospace Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $163,888, an Aerospace Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $201,677, an Aerospace Engineering Supervisor (12+ years)earns $134,528, an Aerospace Engineering Manager (12+ years)earns $164,668, an Aerospace Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years)earns $201,009,

What are the highest paying states for an Aerospace Engineering Manager?

Aerospace Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Aerospace Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $180,034, California $179,351, Massachusetts $176,961. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Aerospace Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Aerospace Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Aerospace Aviation Engineering Senior Manager: $198,500; Aerospace Engineering Senior Manager: $198,488; Aerospace Aviation Maintenance Engineering Senior Manager: $166,300; Aerospace Support Engineering Senior Manager: $166,290; Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Senior Manager: $166,285.

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Aerospace Engineering Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Aerospace Engineering Manager make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aerospace Engineering Manager in Delaware is $164,668 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $79.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $182,462
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $151,106 to $173,982
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $138,758

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Aerospace Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,982	$14,498	$3,346	$84
Average	$164,668	$13,722	$3,167	$79
25th Percentile	$151,106	$12,592	$2,906	$73

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Key Factors That Influence Aerospace Engineering Manager Salaries

An Aerospace Engineering 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 Aerospace Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aerospace Engineering 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:

Aerospace Engineer V (7-10 years): $163,888
Aerospace Engineer VI (10-12 years): $201,677
Aerospace Engineering Supervisor (12+ years): $134,528
Aerospace Engineering Manager (12+ years): $164,668
Aerospace Engineering Senior Manager (12+ years): $201,009

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Aerospace Engineer V	7-10 years	$163,888
Aerospace Engineer VI	10-12 years	$201,677
Aerospace Engineering Supervisor	12+ years	$134,528
Aerospace Engineering Manager	12+ years	$164,668
Aerospace Engineering Senior Manager	12+ years	$201,009

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How Do Aerospace Engineering 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 Aerospace Engineering Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $180,034.
California: $179,351.
Massachusetts: $176,961.

District of Columbia $180,034 California $179,351 Massachusetts $176,961 Washington $176,310 New Jersey $176,245 Alaska $176,018 Connecticut $173,774 New York $172,863

Hawaii $169,953 Rhode Island $168,587 Maryland $167,660 Minnesota $166,392 Colorado $165,904 Illinois $165,741 Oregon $165,123 Delaware $164,668

New Hampshire $164,382 Virginia $163,741 Pennsylvania $161,871 Nevada $160,928 North Dakota $160,619 Michigan $160,131 Wisconsin $159,953 Vermont $159,595

Texas $158,603 Maine $158,538 Arizona $158,440 Ohio $158,327 Georgia $156,831 Indiana $156,083 Wyoming $155,936 Utah $155,709

Iowa $155,611 Kansas $154,831 Louisiana $154,603 North Carolina $154,522 Missouri $154,489 Florida $153,855 Montana $153,513 Nebraska $153,188

Kentucky $153,009 South Carolina $152,359 Tennessee $151,953 Idaho $151,790 New Mexico $150,603 Oklahoma $150,343 Alabama $149,383 South Dakota $147,774

Arkansas $146,896 West Virginia $146,424 Mississippi $145,009

Top Paying Cities for Aerospace Engineering 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:

Lincoln: $163,927
Little Creek: $165,127
Magnolia: $164,889

Lincoln, DE $163,927 Little Creek, DE $165,127 Magnolia, DE $164,889 Milford, DE $164,343 Marydel, DE $164,613 Millsboro, DE $163,239 Millville, DE $163,491 Milton, DE $163,774

Nassau, DE $163,892 Ocean View, DE $163,463 Rehoboth Beach, DE $163,777 Seaford, DE $163,870 Selbyville, DE $163,192 Smyrna, DE $165,240 Viola, DE $164,479 Woodside, DE $164,922

Bear, DE $164,541 Newark, DE $164,479 Claymont, DE $164,816 Delaware City, DE $164,644 Hockessin, DE $164,465 Kirkwood, DE $164,613 Middletown, DE $164,676 Montchanin, DE $164,502

New Castle, DE $164,527 Odessa, DE $164,757 Port Penn, DE $164,868 Rockland, DE $164,518 Saint Georges, DE $164,624 Townsend, DE $164,878 Winterthur, DE $164,538 Lewes, DE $163,837

Wilmington, DE $164,473 Dover, DE $165,127 Dover Afb, DE $164,257 Bethany Beach, DE $163,291 Bethel, DE $163,460 Bridgeville, DE $163,845 Camden Wyoming, DE $164,662 Cheswold, DE $165,073

Clayton, DE $165,078 Dagsboro, DE $163,177 Delmar, DE $162,915 Ellendale, DE $163,410 Felton, DE $164,330 Fenwick Island, DE $163,213 Frankford, DE $162,928 Frederica, DE $164,492

Georgetown, DE $163,115 Greenwood, DE $163,871 Harbeson, DE $163,289 Harrington, DE $164,122 Hartly, DE $164,632 Houston, DE $163,888 Kenton, DE $165,086 Laurel, DE $163,018

Yorklyn, DE $164,514

Aerospace Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Aerospace Engineering 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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$151,106

Average $164,668/year

$173,982

$12,592

Average $13,722/month

$14,498

$2,906

Average $3,167/week

$3,346

$73

Average $79/hour

$84

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$173,982	$14,498	$3,346	$84
Average	$164,668	$13,722	$3,167	$79
25th Percentile	$151,106	$12,592	$2,906	$73

Aerospace Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

Aerospace Engineering Manager

Aeronautical Engineering Senior Manager

Aerospace Engineering Senior Manager

Engineering Senior Manager

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Aerospace Engineering Manager, 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 Engineering Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Aeronautical Engineering Senior Manager	$182,020	11%
Aerospace Engineering Senior Manager	$201,009	22%
Engineering Senior Manager	$182,178	11%

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