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

An Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: an Aerospace Maintenance Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $99,923, an Aerospace Maintenance Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $122,417, an Aerospace Maintenance Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $144,480, an Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $129,908, an Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $168,369,

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

Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $142,031, California $141,492, Massachusetts $139,606. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Aerospace Engineering Senior Manager: $198,466; Aerospace Aviation Maintenance Engineering Senior Manager: $166,300; Aerospace Support Engineering Senior Manager: $166,260; Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Senior Manager: $166,258; Aerospace Aviation Engineering Manager: $162,600.

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Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does an Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Manager make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Manager in Delaware is $129,908 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $147,381
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $118,302 to $139,054
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $107,734

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Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,054	$11,588	$2,674	$67
Average	$129,908	$10,826	$2,498	$62
25th Percentile	$118,302	$9,858	$2,275	$57

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Key Factors That Influence Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Manager Salaries

An Aerospace Maintenance 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 Maintenance Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aerospace Maintenance 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 Maintenance Engineer III (4-7 years): $99,923
Aerospace Maintenance Engineer IV (7+ years): $122,417
Aerospace Maintenance Engineer V (7-10 years): $144,480
Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Manager (10+ years): $129,908
Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years): $168,369

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Aerospace Maintenance Engineer III	4-7 years	$99,923
Aerospace Maintenance Engineer IV	7+ years	$122,417
Aerospace Maintenance Engineer V	7-10 years	$144,480
Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Manager	10+ years	$129,908
Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Senior Manager	10+ years	$168,369

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

District of Columbia: $142,031.
California: $141,492.
Massachusetts: $139,606.

District of Columbia $142,031 California $141,492 Massachusetts $139,606 Washington $139,093 New Jersey $139,042 Alaska $138,862 Connecticut $137,092 New York $136,373

Hawaii $134,077 Rhode Island $133,000 Maryland $132,268 Minnesota $131,268 Colorado $130,883 Illinois $130,755 Oregon $130,267 Delaware $129,908

New Hampshire $129,682 Virginia $129,177 Pennsylvania $127,702 Nevada $126,958 North Dakota $126,714 Michigan $126,329 Wisconsin $126,188 Vermont $125,906

Texas $125,123 Maine $125,072 Arizona $124,995 Ohio $124,905 Georgia $123,725 Indiana $123,135 Wyoming $123,020 Utah $122,840

Iowa $122,763 Kansas $122,147 Louisiana $121,968 North Carolina $121,904 Missouri $121,878 Florida $121,378 Montana $121,108 Nebraska $120,852

Kentucky $120,711 South Carolina $120,197 Tennessee $119,877 Idaho $119,748 New Mexico $118,812 Oklahoma $118,607 Alabama $117,850 South Dakota $116,580

Arkansas $115,887 West Virginia $115,515 Mississippi $114,399

Top Paying Cities for Aerospace Maintenance 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: $134,449
Little Creek: $133,205
Magnolia: $133,757

Lincoln, DE $134,449 Little Creek, DE $133,205 Magnolia, DE $133,757 Milford, DE $134,449 Marydel, DE $132,705 Millsboro, DE $134,449 Millville, DE $135,347 Milton, DE $134,449

Nassau, DE $134,449 Ocean View, DE $135,347 Rehoboth Beach, DE $135,347 Seaford, DE $133,038 Selbyville, DE $135,347 Smyrna, DE $132,551 Viola, DE $133,757 Woodside, DE $133,372

Bear, DE $131,576 Newark, DE $131,627 Claymont, DE $131,730 Delaware City, DE $131,627 Hockessin, DE $131,730 Kirkwood, DE $131,627 Middletown, DE $132,281 Montchanin, DE $131,730

New Castle, DE $131,730 Odessa, DE $132,461 Port Penn, DE $131,268 Rockland, DE $131,730 Saint Georges, DE $131,627 Townsend, DE $132,268 Winterthur, DE $131,730 Lewes, DE $134,449

Wilmington, DE $131,730 Dover, DE $133,141 Dover Afb, DE $133,449 Bethany Beach, DE $135,347 Bethel, DE $133,038 Bridgeville, DE $134,449 Camden Wyoming, DE $133,282 Cheswold, DE $132,833

Clayton, DE $132,499 Dagsboro, DE $135,347 Delmar, DE $133,038 Ellendale, DE $134,449 Felton, DE $134,449 Fenwick Island, DE $135,347 Frankford, DE $135,347 Frederica, DE $134,449

Georgetown, DE $134,449 Greenwood, DE $134,449 Harbeson, DE $134,449 Harrington, DE $134,449 Hartly, DE $132,435 Houston, DE $134,449 Kenton, DE $132,499 Laurel, DE $133,038

Yorklyn, DE $131,730

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

Understanding how an Aerospace Maintenance 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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$118,302

Average $129,908/year

$139,054

$9,858

Average $10,826/month

$11,588

$2,275

Average $2,498/week

$2,674

$57

Average $62/hour

$67

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$139,054	$11,588	$2,674	$67
Average	$129,908	$10,826	$2,498	$62
25th Percentile	$118,302	$9,858	$2,275	$57

Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Manager Salary Growth & Career Path

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As an Aerospace Maintenance 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 Maintenance Engineering Manager Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Aircraft Support Engineering Senior Manager	$162,403	25%
Aerospace Maintenance Engineering Senior Manager	$168,369	30%

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