Aircraft Engineer Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does an Aircraft Engineer make in Chicago, IL? The average Aircraft Engineer salary in Chicago, IL is $88,552 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $81,739 and $95,013. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Materials & Processes Engineering Intern

Epic Aircraft - Bend , OR

WHO WE ARE Epic Aircraft, based in beautiful Bend, Oregon, is the leading designer and manufacturer ... WHAT YOU'LL DO As part of the Engineering Department theMaterials & Processes Engineering ...

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Vehicle Systems Design Engineer

EOS Aircraft Inc - Bend , OR

EOS Aircraft, Inc. is an innovative aviation company dedicated to developing a new revolutionary ... Design Engineer to lead our efforts in this exciting and challenging endeavor. Job Summary ...

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Design Aircraft Cabin Electrical Harness Routing Engineer

Infosys - Appleton , WI

Infosys is seeking a Design Engineer: Aircraft Cabin Electrical Harness Routing. This role will apply your technical proficiency across different stages of the Software Development Life Cycle ...

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Aircraft Structural Design Engineer

Total Aerospace Services - Columbus , OH

We are currently recruiting for an Aircraft Structural Design Engineer position in Albany, GA. You'll help feed and protect the world by building something truly great--from industry-leading ...

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Aircraft Systems Engineer I

L2 Aviation - Cincinnati , OH

Position: Aircraft Systems Engineer I Locations: Cincinnati, OH Description: The Aircraft Systems Engineer I is an entry level engineer educated in the integration and optimization of various ...

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Aircraft Stress Engineer - Section Chief

SEGULA Technologies - Red Oak , TX

Company Description SEGULA TECHNOLOGIES is hiring a Section Chief Aircraft Stress Engineer to join our client´s team in Red Oak,TX. With a global presence in 28 countries with 140 offices worldwide ...

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What does an Aircraft Engineer do?

Common responsibilities of an Aircraft Engineer

Review and analyze system concepts and user requirements that have been approved and entered into a system requirements baseline (functional, allocated, and product).

December 08, 2022

Support the on-site assistance at company owned service centers and independent service stations during investigation of unique aircraft problems or prototype installation.

January 27, 2023

Assists with development, maintenance and modification of payload system and component designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design tools and/or other design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and external customers throughout the product lifecycle.

February 10, 2023

Develops, maintains and modifies basic structural and interior payload system and component designs, using 3-D Computer Aided Design tools and/or other design methods, to provide product definition to other engineering groups, production operations, suppliers and external customers throughout the product lifecycle.

March 07, 2023

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and able to react to shifting priorities to meet business needs.

March 10, 2023

Provide technical recommendation support services, including reviews, studies, audits, evaluations and analyses, scientific and procedural guidance, documentation, technical analysis, and support of associated engineering IPTs.

May 19, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Aircraft Engineer in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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81739

95013

88552

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

82035

96548

89294

What is the average salary for Aircraft Engineer in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Aircraft Engineer in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Aircraft Engineer ranges from $81,739 to $95,013 with the average base salary of $88,552. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $82,035 to $96,548 with the average total cash compensation of $89,294.

View Average Salary for Aircraft Engineer as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$88,552	$81,739 - $95,013
Bonus	$743	$296 - $1,535
Total Pay	$89,294	$82,035 - $96,548

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Aircraft Engineer Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,198 - $95,547	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,198 - $95,547	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,105 - $95,438	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,167 - $95,511	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $82,167 - $95,511	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $80,327 - $93,372	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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