What are the main factors that influence an Aerospace Systems Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change An Aerospace Systems Engineer's salary?

An Aerospace Systems Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Aerospace Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $79,377, an Aerospace Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,297, an Aerospace Systems Engineer (4-7 years)earns $110,348, an Aerospace Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $139,623, an Aerospace Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $161,243,

What are the highest paying states for an Aerospace Systems Engineer?

Aerospace Systems Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Aerospace Systems Engineer roles are District of Columbia $121,213, California $120,753, Massachusetts $119,144. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Aerospace Systems Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Aerospace Systems Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Aerospace Engineer VI: $199,172; Aerospace Engineer V: $161,843; Aerospace Maintenance Engineer V: $142,668; Aerospace Engineer IV: $140,142; Aerospace Maintenance Engineer IV: $120,882.

Aerospace Systems Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does an Aerospace Systems Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aerospace Systems Engineer in Delaware is $110,867 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

However, an Aerospace Systems Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,370
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $103,598 to $117,935
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $96,980

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Aerospace Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,935	$9,828	$2,268	$57
Average	$110,867	$9,239	$2,132	$53
25th Percentile	$103,598	$8,633	$1,992	$50

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Key Factors That Influence Aerospace Systems Engineer Salaries

An Aerospace Systems Engineer'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 Aerospace Systems Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aerospace Systems Engineer'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): $79,377
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,297
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,348
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,623
Expert (over 8 years): $161,243

Levels	Salary
Aerospace... Level Aerospace Systems Engineer	$79,377
Aerospace... Level Aerospace Systems Engineer	$95,297
Aerospace... Level Aerospace Systems Engineer	$110,348
Aerospace... Level Aerospace Systems Engineer	$139,623
Aerospace... Level Aerospace Systems Engineer	$161,243

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How Do Aerospace Systems Engineer 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 Aerospace Systems Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $121,213.
California: $120,753.
Massachusetts: $119,144.

District of Columbia $121,213 California $120,753 Massachusetts $119,144 Washington $118,706 New Jersey $118,662 Alaska $118,509 Connecticut $116,998 New York $116,385

Hawaii $114,425 Rhode Island $113,506 Maryland $112,882 Minnesota $112,028 Colorado $111,699 Illinois $111,590 Oregon $111,174 Delaware $110,867

New Hampshire $110,675 Virginia $110,243 Pennsylvania $108,984 Nevada $108,349 North Dakota $108,141 Michigan $107,813 Wisconsin $107,693 Vermont $107,452

Texas $106,784 Maine $106,740 Arizona $106,674 Ohio $106,598 Georgia $105,591 Indiana $105,087 Wyoming $104,988 Utah $104,835

Iowa $104,769 Kansas $104,244 Louisiana $104,091 North Carolina $104,036 Missouri $104,014 Florida $103,587 Montana $103,357 Nebraska $103,138

Kentucky $103,018 South Carolina $102,580 Tennessee $102,306 Idaho $102,197 New Mexico $101,398 Oklahoma $101,222 Alabama $100,577 South Dakota $99,493

Arkansas $98,902 West Virginia $98,584 Mississippi $97,632

Top Paying Cities for Aerospace Systems Engineers

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: $114,743
Little Creek: $113,681
Magnolia: $114,152

Lincoln, DE $114,743 Little Creek, DE $113,681 Magnolia, DE $114,152 Milford, DE $114,743 Marydel, DE $113,254 Millsboro, DE $114,743 Millville, DE $115,509 Milton, DE $114,743

Nassau, DE $114,743 Ocean View, DE $115,509 Rehoboth Beach, DE $115,509 Seaford, DE $113,539 Selbyville, DE $115,509 Smyrna, DE $113,123 Viola, DE $114,152 Woodside, DE $113,823

Bear, DE $112,291 Newark, DE $112,334 Claymont, DE $112,422 Delaware City, DE $112,334 Hockessin, DE $112,422 Kirkwood, DE $112,334 Middletown, DE $112,893 Montchanin, DE $112,422

New Castle, DE $112,422 Odessa, DE $113,046 Port Penn, DE $112,028 Rockland, DE $112,422 Saint Georges, DE $112,334 Townsend, DE $112,882 Winterthur, DE $112,422 Lewes, DE $114,743

Wilmington, DE $112,422 Dover, DE $113,626 Dover Afb, DE $113,889 Bethany Beach, DE $115,509 Bethel, DE $113,539 Bridgeville, DE $114,743 Camden Wyoming, DE $113,747 Cheswold, DE $113,363

Clayton, DE $113,079 Dagsboro, DE $115,509 Delmar, DE $113,539 Ellendale, DE $114,743 Felton, DE $114,743 Fenwick Island, DE $115,509 Frankford, DE $115,509 Frederica, DE $114,743

Georgetown, DE $114,743 Greenwood, DE $114,743 Harbeson, DE $114,743 Harrington, DE $114,743 Hartly, DE $113,024 Houston, DE $114,743 Kenton, DE $113,079 Laurel, DE $113,539

Yorklyn, DE $112,422

Aerospace Systems Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Aerospace Systems Engineer'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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$103,598

Average $110,867/year

$117,935

$8,633

Average $9,239/month

$9,828

$1,992

Average $2,132/week

$2,268

$50

Average $53/hour

$57

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,935	$9,828	$2,268	$57
Average	$110,867	$9,239	$2,132	$53
25th Percentile	$103,598	$8,633	$1,992	$50

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