As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for aerospace engineering in Aurora, CO is $110,478, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,125 weekly, or $9,207 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for aerospace engineering in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for aerospace engineering in Aurora, CO vary widely, spanning from $96,245 to $123,853. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($103,028) and 75th percentile ($117,479), while top earners (90th percentile) make $123,853 per year. This $14,451 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or System Integration, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Aurora aerospace engineering often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Aurora currently ranks 303 statewide for aerospace engineering job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
aerospace engineering Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile aerospace engineering Salary $96,245 Aurora, CO March 01, 2026
25th Percentile aerospace engineering Salary $103,028 Aurora, CO March 01, 2026
50th Percentile aerospace engineering Salary $110,478 Aurora, CO March 01, 2026
75th Percentile aerospace engineering Salary $117,479 Aurora, CO March 01, 2026
90th Percentile aerospace engineering Salary $123,853 Aurora, CO March 01, 2026
25% $103,028 10% $96,245 90% $123,853 75% $117,479 $110,478 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Aerospace engineering salaries vary based on factors such as experience, education, location, and the specific sector of employment. Entry-level aerospace engineers typically earn a starting salary ranging from $70,000 to $85,000 annually. With several years of experience, salaries can increase significantly, often reaching between $90,000 and $120,000. Senior engineers and those in managerial positions may earn upwards of $150,000 or more, particularly in high-demand areas or specialized fields like spacecraft design or defense contracting. Geographic location also plays a crucial role, with ...

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of aerospace engineering in Aurora, CO. The base salary for aerospace engineering ranges from $103,028 to $117,479 with the average base salary of $110,478. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $113,004 to $134,425 with the average total cash compensation of $124,134.

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About Aurora, Colorado    Aurora (/əˈroʊrə/, /əˈrɔːrə/) is a Home Rule Municipality in the U.S. state of Colorado, spanning Arapahoe and Adams counties, with the extreme southe....More

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