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

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Aerospace Engineer?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Aerospace Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 35% above the market median.

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 $82,247, an Aerospace Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $98,755, an Aerospace Engineer (4-7 years)earns $114,336, an Aerospace Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $144,698, an Aerospace Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $167,080,

What are the highest paying states for an Aerospace Engineer?

Aerospace Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Aerospace Engineer roles are District of Columbia $126,773, California $126,292, Massachusetts $124,609. 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: $199,136; Aerospace Engineer V: $161,829; Aerospace Engineer IV: $140,150; Aerospace Engineer III: $110,743; Aerospace Systems Engineer: $109,462.

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Aerospace Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aerospace Engineer in Delaware is $115,953 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $56.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $130,777
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $108,723 to $123,712
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $102,141

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Aerospace Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$123,712	$10,309	$2,379	$59
Average	$115,953	$9,663	$2,230	$56
25th Percentile	$108,723	$9,060	$2,091	$52

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Key Factors That Influence Aerospace Engineer Salaries

An Aerospace Engineer'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'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): $82,247
Early Career (1-2 years): $98,755
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,336
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $144,698
Expert (over 8 years): $167,080

Levels	Salary
Aerospace... Level Aerospace Engineer	$82,247
Aerospace... Level Aerospace Engineer	$98,755
Aerospace... Level Aerospace Engineer	$114,336
Aerospace... Level Aerospace Engineer	$144,698
Aerospace... Level Aerospace Engineer	$167,080

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

District of Columbia: $126,773.
California: $126,292.
Massachusetts: $124,609.

District of Columbia $126,773 California $126,292 Massachusetts $124,609 Washington $124,151 New Jersey $124,105 Alaska $123,945 Connecticut $122,365 New York $121,724

Hawaii $119,674 Rhode Island $118,713 Maryland $118,060 Minnesota $117,167 Colorado $116,823 Illinois $116,709 Oregon $116,274 Delaware $115,953

New Hampshire $115,752 Virginia $115,300 Pennsylvania $113,984 Nevada $113,320 North Dakota $113,102 Michigan $112,759 Wisconsin $112,633 Vermont $112,381

Texas $111,682 Maine $111,637 Arizona $111,568 Ohio $111,488 Georgia $110,434 Indiana $109,908 Wyoming $109,805 Utah $109,644

Iowa $109,576 Kansas $109,026 Louisiana $108,866 North Carolina $108,808 Missouri $108,785 Florida $108,339 Montana $108,099 Nebraska $107,870

Kentucky $107,744 South Carolina $107,286 Tennessee $106,999 Idaho $106,885 New Mexico $106,049 Oklahoma $105,866 Alabama $105,190 South Dakota $104,057

Arkansas $103,438 West Virginia $103,106 Mississippi $102,110

Top Paying Cities for Aerospace Engineers

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: $115,431
Little Creek: $116,276
Magnolia: $116,109

Lincoln, DE $115,431 Little Creek, DE $116,276 Magnolia, DE $116,109 Milford, DE $115,724 Marydel, DE $115,914 Millsboro, DE $114,947 Millville, DE $115,124 Milton, DE $115,323

Nassau, DE $115,407 Ocean View, DE $115,105 Rehoboth Beach, DE $115,326 Seaford, DE $115,391 Selbyville, DE $114,913 Smyrna, DE $116,356 Viola, DE $115,820 Woodside, DE $116,132

Bear, DE $115,864 Newark, DE $115,820 Claymont, DE $116,057 Delaware City, DE $115,936 Hockessin, DE $115,810 Kirkwood, DE $115,914 Middletown, DE $115,959 Montchanin, DE $115,836

New Castle, DE $115,854 Odessa, DE $116,016 Port Penn, DE $116,094 Rockland, DE $115,848 Saint Georges, DE $115,922 Townsend, DE $116,101 Winterthur, DE $115,862 Lewes, DE $115,368

Wilmington, DE $115,816 Dover, DE $116,276 Dover Afb, DE $115,663 Bethany Beach, DE $114,983 Bethel, DE $115,102 Bridgeville, DE $115,374 Camden Wyoming, DE $115,949 Cheswold, DE $116,238

Clayton, DE $116,242 Dagsboro, DE $114,903 Delmar, DE $114,719 Ellendale, DE $115,067 Felton, DE $115,715 Fenwick Island, DE $114,928 Frankford, DE $114,728 Frederica, DE $115,829

Georgetown, DE $114,860 Greenwood, DE $115,392 Harbeson, DE $114,982 Harrington, DE $115,568 Hartly, DE $115,928 Houston, DE $115,404 Kenton, DE $116,247 Laurel, DE $114,791

Yorklyn, DE $115,844

Aerospace Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Aerospace Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 35% above the average. In contrast, Aerospace Engineer positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Aerospace Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Aerospace Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$156,537	$75.0	35%
Energy & Utilities	$144,941	$70.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$133,346	$64.0	15%
MFG Durable	$121,751	$59.0	5%

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

Understanding how an Aerospace Engineer'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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$108,723

Average $115,953/year

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Average $9,663/month

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Average $2,230/week

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$123,712	$10,309	$2,379	$59
Average	$115,953	$9,663	$2,230	$56
25th Percentile	$108,723	$9,060	$2,091	$52

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