As of March 01, 2026, the average annual salary for aerospace engineering in Long Beach, CA is $118,633, equivalent to $57 per hour, $2,281 weekly, or $9,886 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 Long Beach, CA vary widely, spanning from $103,350 to $132,995. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($110,633) and 75th percentile ($126,150), while top earners (90th percentile) make $132,995 per year. This $15,517 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, Long Beach aerospace engineering often earn 0.8% higher than national averages. However, Long Beach currently ranks 121 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 $103,350 Long Beach, CA March 01, 2026
25th Percentile aerospace engineering Salary $110,633 Long Beach, CA March 01, 2026
50th Percentile aerospace engineering Salary $118,633 Long Beach, CA March 01, 2026
75th Percentile aerospace engineering Salary $126,150 Long Beach, CA March 01, 2026
90th Percentile aerospace engineering Salary $132,995 Long Beach, CA March 01, 2026
25% $110,633 10% $103,350 90% $132,995 75% $126,150 $118,633 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 Long Beach, CA. The base salary for aerospace engineering ranges from $110,633 to $126,150 with the average base salary of $118,633. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $121,345 to $144,347 with the average total cash compensation of $133,297.

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