What are the main factors that influence an Aircraft Quality Inspector'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 Aircraft Quality Inspector?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Aircraft Quality Inspector roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change An Aircraft Quality Inspector's salary?

An Aircraft Quality Inspector's salary grows with experience: a Aircraft Quality Inspector (1-3 years)earns $80,276, a Flight Inspector III (3-5 years)earns $90,393, a Flight Inspector IV (5-7 years)earns $106,255, a Flight Inspection Manager (7+ years)earns $143,921, a Flight Inspection Senior Manager (7+ years)earns $177,704,

What are the highest paying states for an Aircraft Quality Inspector?

Aircraft Quality Inspector salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Aircraft Quality Inspector roles are District of Columbia $87,206, California $86,875, Massachusetts $85,717. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Aircraft Quality Inspector roles make?

Salaries for Aircraft Quality Inspector level roles vary by specialization: Aircraft Inspector IV: $103,500; Aircraft Inspector: $88,739; Aerospace Quality Inspector: $88,712; Aircraft Inspector III: $88,000; Aircraft Inspector II: $78,200.

Aircraft Quality Inspector Salary in Delaware

How much does an Aircraft Quality Inspector make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aircraft Quality Inspector in Delaware is $79,763 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,238
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,378 to $85,769
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,654

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Aircraft Quality Inspector Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,769	$7,147	$1,649	$41
Average	$79,763	$6,647	$1,534	$38
25th Percentile	$72,378	$6,031	$1,392	$35

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Key Factors That Influence Aircraft Quality Inspector Salaries

An Aircraft Quality Inspector'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 Quality Inspector Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aircraft Quality Inspector'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): $80,276
Early Career (1-2 years): $90,393
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $106,255
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $143,921
Expert (over 8 years): $177,704

Levels	Salary
Aircraft ... Level Aircraft Quality Inspector	$80,276
Flight In... Level Aircraft Quality Inspector	$90,393
Flight In... Level Aircraft Quality Inspector	$106,255
Flight In... Level Aircraft Quality Inspector	$143,921
Flight In... Level Aircraft Quality Inspector	$177,704

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How Do Aircraft Quality Inspector 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 Quality Inspectors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,206.
California: $86,875.
Massachusetts: $85,717.

District of Columbia $87,206 California $86,875 Massachusetts $85,717 Washington $85,402 New Jersey $85,371 Alaska $85,261 Connecticut $84,174 New York $83,733

Hawaii $82,323 Rhode Island $81,661 Maryland $81,212 Minnesota $80,598 Colorado $80,361 Illinois $80,283 Oregon $79,983 Delaware $79,763

New Hampshire $79,624 Virginia $79,314 Pennsylvania $78,408 Nevada $77,951 North Dakota $77,802 Michigan $77,565 Wisconsin $77,479 Vermont $77,305

Texas $76,825 Maine $76,794 Arizona $76,746 Ohio $76,691 Georgia $75,967 Indiana $75,604 Wyoming $75,533 Utah $75,423

Iowa $75,376 Kansas $74,998 Louisiana $74,887 North Carolina $74,848 Missouri $74,832 Florida $74,525 Montana $74,360 Nebraska $74,202

Kentucky $74,116 South Carolina $73,801 Tennessee $73,604 Idaho $73,525 New Mexico $72,950 Oklahoma $72,824 Alabama $72,359 South Dakota $71,579

Arkansas $71,154 West Virginia $70,926 Mississippi $70,240

Top Paying Cities for Aircraft Quality Inspectors

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: $79,404
Little Creek: $79,985
Magnolia: $79,870

Lincoln, DE $79,404 Little Creek, DE $79,985 Magnolia, DE $79,870 Milford, DE $79,605 Marydel, DE $79,736 Millsboro, DE $79,071 Millville, DE $79,193 Milton, DE $79,330

Nassau, DE $79,387 Ocean View, DE $79,179 Rehoboth Beach, DE $79,331 Seaford, DE $79,376 Selbyville, DE $79,048 Smyrna, DE $80,040 Viola, DE $79,672 Woodside, DE $79,886

Bear, DE $79,701 Newark, DE $79,672 Claymont, DE $79,835 Delaware City, DE $79,751 Hockessin, DE $79,664 Kirkwood, DE $79,736 Middletown, DE $79,767 Montchanin, DE $79,683

New Castle, DE $79,694 Odessa, DE $79,806 Port Penn, DE $79,860 Rockland, DE $79,690 Saint Georges, DE $79,742 Townsend, DE $79,864 Winterthur, DE $79,700 Lewes, DE $79,360

Wilmington, DE $79,668 Dover, DE $79,985 Dover Afb, DE $79,564 Bethany Beach, DE $79,096 Bethel, DE $79,178 Bridgeville, DE $79,364 Camden Wyoming, DE $79,760 Cheswold, DE $79,959

Clayton, DE $79,961 Dagsboro, DE $79,041 Delmar, DE $78,914 Ellendale, DE $79,153 Felton, DE $79,599 Fenwick Island, DE $79,058 Frankford, DE $78,920 Frederica, DE $79,678

Georgetown, DE $79,011 Greenwood, DE $79,377 Harbeson, DE $79,095 Harrington, DE $79,498 Hartly, DE $79,746 Houston, DE $79,385 Kenton, DE $79,965 Laurel, DE $78,963

Yorklyn, DE $79,688

Aircraft Quality Inspector Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Aircraft Quality Inspector roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Aircraft Quality Inspector positions in Transportation or Aerospace & Defense typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Aircraft Quality Inspector as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Aircraft Quality Inspector

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$119,644	$58.0	50%
MFG Durable	$95,715	$46.0	20%

Aircraft Quality Inspector Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Aircraft Quality Inspector'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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$72,378

Average $79,763/year

$85,769

$6,031

Average $6,647/month

$7,147

$1,392

Average $1,534/week

$1,649

$35

Average $38/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,769	$7,147	$1,649	$41
Average	$79,763	$6,647	$1,534	$38
25th Percentile	$72,378	$6,031	$1,392	$35

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