What are the main factors that influence an Aircraft Maintenance Controller's salary?

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

How does experience change An Aircraft Maintenance Controller's salary?

An Aircraft Maintenance Controller's salary grows with experience: an Aircraft Support Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $102,942, an Aircraft Support Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $121,353, an Aircraft Support Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $139,979, an Aircraft Maintenance Controller (10+ years)earns $127,908, an Aircraft Support Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $160,891,

What are the highest paying states for an Aircraft Maintenance Controller?

Aircraft Maintenance Controller salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Aircraft Maintenance Controller roles are District of Columbia $138,902, California $138,375, Massachusetts $136,530. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Aircraft Maintenance Controller roles make?

Salaries for Aircraft Maintenance Controller level roles vary by specialization: Maintenance Controller: $242,750; Director Of Aircraft Maintenance: $160,882; Aircraft Load Controller: $101,916; Aircraft Maintenance Officer: $82,763; Aircraft Maintenance Instructor: $79,328.

Aircraft Maintenance Controller Salary in Delaware

How much does an Aircraft Maintenance Controller make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aircraft Maintenance Controller in Delaware is $127,046 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $143,476
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $114,650 to $135,646
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $103,363

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Aircraft Maintenance Controller Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$135,646	$11,304	$2,609	$65
Average	$127,046	$10,587	$2,443	$61
25th Percentile	$114,650	$9,554	$2,205	$55

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Key Factors That Influence Aircraft Maintenance Controller Salaries

An Aircraft Maintenance Controller'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 Aircraft Maintenance Controller Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aircraft Maintenance Controller'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): $102,942
Early Career (1-2 years): $121,353
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $139,979
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $127,908
Expert (over 8 years): $160,891

Levels	Salary
Aircraft ... Level Aircraft Maintenance Controller	$102,942
Aircraft ... Level Aircraft Maintenance Controller	$121,353
Aircraft ... Level Aircraft Maintenance Controller	$139,979
Aircraft ... Level Aircraft Maintenance Controller	$127,908
Aircraft ... Level Aircraft Maintenance Controller	$160,891

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How Do Aircraft Maintenance Controller 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 Aircraft Maintenance Controllers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $138,902.
California: $138,375.
Massachusetts: $136,530.

District of Columbia $138,902 California $138,375 Massachusetts $136,530 Washington $136,029 New Jersey $135,979 Alaska $135,803 Connecticut $134,072 New York $133,369

Hawaii $131,123 Rhode Island $130,070 Maryland $129,355 Minnesota $128,376 Colorado $128,000 Illinois $127,874 Oregon $127,398 Delaware $127,046

New Hampshire $126,825 Virginia $126,331 Pennsylvania $124,888 Nevada $124,161 North Dakota $123,922 Michigan $123,546 Wisconsin $123,408 Vermont $123,132

Texas $122,367 Maine $122,317 Arizona $122,241 Ohio $122,154 Georgia $120,999 Indiana $120,422 Wyoming $120,309 Utah $120,134

Iowa $120,059 Kansas $119,456 Louisiana $119,281 North Carolina $119,218 Missouri $119,193 Florida $118,704 Montana $118,440 Nebraska $118,189

Kentucky $118,051 South Carolina $117,549 Tennessee $117,236 Idaho $117,110 New Mexico $116,195 Oklahoma $115,994 Alabama $115,254 South Dakota $114,012

Arkansas $113,334 West Virginia $112,970 Mississippi $111,879

Top Paying Cities for Aircraft Maintenance Controllers

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: $126,474
Little Creek: $127,400
Magnolia: $127,217

Lincoln, DE $126,474 Little Creek, DE $127,400 Magnolia, DE $127,217 Milford, DE $126,795 Marydel, DE $127,004 Millsboro, DE $125,944 Millville, DE $126,138 Milton, DE $126,356

Nassau, DE $126,448 Ocean View, DE $126,117 Rehoboth Beach, DE $126,359 Seaford, DE $126,430 Selbyville, DE $125,907 Smyrna, DE $127,488 Viola, DE $126,901 Woodside, DE $127,242

Bear, DE $126,948 Newark, DE $126,901 Claymont, DE $127,160 Delaware City, DE $127,027 Hockessin, DE $126,889 Kirkwood, DE $127,004 Middletown, DE $127,053 Montchanin, DE $126,918

New Castle, DE $126,937 Odessa, DE $127,115 Port Penn, DE $127,201 Rockland, DE $126,931 Saint Georges, DE $127,012 Townsend, DE $127,208 Winterthur, DE $126,946 Lewes, DE $126,405

Wilmington, DE $126,896 Dover, DE $127,400 Dover Afb, DE $126,729 Bethany Beach, DE $125,984 Bethel, DE $126,114 Bridgeville, DE $126,411 Camden Wyoming, DE $127,041 Cheswold, DE $127,359

Clayton, DE $127,362 Dagsboro, DE $125,896 Delmar, DE $125,694 Ellendale, DE $126,075 Felton, DE $126,785 Fenwick Island, DE $125,923 Frankford, DE $125,704 Frederica, DE $126,911

Georgetown, DE $125,848 Greenwood, DE $126,432 Harbeson, DE $125,982 Harrington, DE $126,625 Hartly, DE $127,019 Houston, DE $126,444 Kenton, DE $127,369 Laurel, DE $125,773

Yorklyn, DE $126,927

Aircraft Maintenance Controller Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Aircraft Maintenance Controller'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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$114,650

Average $127,046/year

$135,646

$9,554

Average $10,587/month

$11,304

$2,205

Average $2,443/week

$2,609

$55

Average $61/hour

$65

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$135,646	$11,304	$2,609	$65
Average	$127,046	$10,587	$2,443	$61
25th Percentile	$114,650	$9,554	$2,205	$55

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