Aviation Senior Project Manager Salary in the United States

How much does an Aviation Senior Project Manager make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aviation Senior Project Manager in the United States is $118,869 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $57.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $138,688
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $105,844 to $129,243
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $93,985
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Aviation Senior Project Manager Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $129,243 $10,770 $2,485 $62
Average $118,869 $9,906 $2,286 $57
25th Percentile $105,844 $8,820 $2,035 $51
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Key Factors That Influence Aviation Senior Project Manager Salaries

An Aviation Senior Project 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Aviation Senior Project Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aviation Senior Project 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:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $77,188
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $96,473
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $118,106
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $133,054
  • Expert (over 8 years): $156,909
Levels Salary
Project M... Level Aviation Senior Project Manager$77,188
Project M... Level Aviation Senior Project Manager$96,473
Aviation ... Level Aviation Senior Project Manager$118,106
Project M... Level Aviation Senior Project Manager$133,054
Project M... Level Aviation Senior Project Manager$156,909
$77,188 0 yr
$96,473 < 2 yrs
$118,106 2-4 yrs
$133,054 5-8 yrs
$156,909 > 8 yrs
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How Do Aviation Senior Project 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 Senior Project Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $131,612.
  • California: $131,113.
  • Massachusetts: $129,365.

Top Paying Cities for Aviation Senior Project 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:

  • San Jose: $149,929
  • San Francisco: $148,455
  • Oakland: $145,163

What Skills Can Increase an Aviation Senior Project Manager's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Project Management (Mentioned in 20.54% Job Postings): Project management is the application of processes, methods, skills, knowledge and experience to achieve specific project objectives according to the project acceptance criteria within agreed parameters. Project management has final deliverables that are constrained to a finite timescale and budget.
  • PowerPoint (Mentioned in 1.27% Job Postings): A computer software created by Microsoft which allows the user to create slides with recordings, narrations, transitions and other features in order to present information.
  • Quality Control (Mentioned in 1.01% Job Postings): Developing and implementing a set of procedures intended to maintain the quality of a product and reduce any risks or errors.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Project Management 20.54%
PowerPoint 1.27%
Quality Control 1.01%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Aviation Senior Project Manager's salary.
  • Agile: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Scrum: Can increase your salary by up to 5%.
  • Project Delivery: Can increase your salary by up to 4%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Agile
 $124,812
5%
Scrum
 $124,812
5%
Project Delivery
 $123,624
4%
Program Management
 $123,624
4%
Risk Management
 $122,435
3%
Change Management
 $122,435
3%
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How Education impacts an Aviation Senior Project Manager's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Aviation Senior Project Managers enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for an Aviation Senior Project Manager with a Associate's Degree is between $108,444 and $115,598).

Aviation Senior Project Manager Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Aviation Senior Project Manager
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 0.2%
High School 5.7%
Associates 4.1%
Bachelors 42.2%
Masters 44.4%
Doctorate 3.4%
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Aviation Senior Project Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Aviation Senior Project 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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$105,844
Average $118,869/year
$129,243
$8,820
Average $9,906/month
$10,770
$2,035
Average $2,286/week
$2,485
$51
Average $57/hour
$62
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $129,243 $10,770 $2,485 $62
Average $118,869 $9,906 $2,286 $57
25th Percentile $105,844 $8,820 $2,035 $51

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Salary Trends for Aviation Senior Project Manager

Salaries for an Aviation Senior Project Manager can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $104,668 in 2023 to around $103,764 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Aviation Senior Project Manager salary trends, .

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