As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for aerospace engineering in Paramus, NJ is $123,294, equivalent to $59 per hour, $2,371 weekly, or $10,275 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for aerospace engineering in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for aerospace engineering in Paramus, NJ vary widely, spanning from $107,482 to $138,179. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($115,017) and 75th percentile ($131,086), while top earners (90th percentile) make $138,179 per year. This $16,069 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, Paramus aerospace engineering often earn 4.9% higher than national averages. However, Paramus currently ranks 17 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 $107,482 Paramus, NJ November 01, 2026
25th Percentile aerospace engineering Salary $115,017 Paramus, NJ November 01, 2026
50th Percentile aerospace engineering Salary $123,294 Paramus, NJ November 01, 2026
75th Percentile aerospace engineering Salary $131,086 Paramus, NJ November 01, 2026
90th Percentile aerospace engineering Salary $138,179 Paramus, NJ November 01, 2026
25% $115,017 10% $107,482 90% $138,179 75% $131,086 $123,294 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 Paramus, NJ. The base salary for aerospace engineering ranges from $115,017 to $131,086 with the average base salary of $123,294. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $128,756 to $153,156 with the average total cash compensation of $141,433.

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About Paramus, New Jersey    Paramus (/pəˈræməs/ pə-RAM-əs) is a borough in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the borough's population....More

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