What are the main factors that influence a Propulsion Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Propulsion Engineer's salary?

A Propulsion Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Aerospace Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $79,416, an Aerospace Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,335, an Propulsion Engineer (4-7 years)earns $110,402, an Aerospace Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $139,673, an Aerospace Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $161,319,

What are the highest paying states for a Propulsion Engineer?

Propulsion Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Propulsion Engineer roles are District of Columbia $121,272, California $120,812, Massachusetts $119,201. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Propulsion Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Propulsion Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Aerospace Engineer VI: $199,197; Aerospace Engineer V: $161,853; Aerospace Engineer IV: $140,136; Aerospace Engineer III: $110,768; Senior Propulsion Engineer: $105,136.

Propulsion Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Propulsion Engineer make in Delaware?

As of February 01, 2026, the average salary for a Propulsion Engineer in Delaware is $110,921 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $53.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $124,410
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $103,638 to $117,982
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $97,007

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Propulsion Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,982	$9,832	$2,269	$57
Average	$110,921	$9,243	$2,133	$53
25th Percentile	$103,638	$8,636	$1,993	$50

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Key Factors That Influence Propulsion Engineer Salaries

A Propulsion 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 Propulsion Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Propulsion 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): $79,416
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,335
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,402
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,673
Expert (over 8 years): $161,319

Levels	Salary
Aerospace... Level Propulsion Engineer	$79,416
Aerospace... Level Propulsion Engineer	$95,335
Propulsio... Level Propulsion Engineer	$110,402
Aerospace... Level Propulsion Engineer	$139,673
Aerospace... Level Propulsion Engineer	$161,319

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

District of Columbia: $121,272.
California: $120,812.
Massachusetts: $119,201.

District of Columbia $121,272 California $120,812 Massachusetts $119,201 Washington $118,763 New Jersey $118,720 Alaska $118,566 Connecticut $117,055 New York $116,441

Hawaii $114,481 Rhode Island $113,561 Maryland $112,936 Minnesota $112,082 Colorado $111,753 Illinois $111,644 Oregon $111,228 Delaware $110,921

New Hampshire $110,728 Virginia $110,297 Pennsylvania $109,037 Nevada $108,402 North Dakota $108,194 Michigan $107,865 Wisconsin $107,745 Vermont $107,504

Texas $106,836 Maine $106,792 Arizona $106,726 Ohio $106,649 Georgia $105,642 Indiana $105,138 Wyoming $105,039 Utah $104,886

Iowa $104,820 Kansas $104,294 Louisiana $104,141 North Carolina $104,086 Missouri $104,064 Florida $103,637 Montana $103,407 Nebraska $103,188

Kentucky $103,068 South Carolina $102,630 Tennessee $102,356 Idaho $102,246 New Mexico $101,447 Oklahoma $101,271 Alabama $100,625 South Dakota $99,541

Arkansas $98,949 West Virginia $98,632 Mississippi $97,679

Top Paying Cities for Propulsion 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: $114,798
Little Creek: $113,736
Magnolia: $114,207

Lincoln, DE $114,798 Little Creek, DE $113,736 Magnolia, DE $114,207 Milford, DE $114,798 Marydel, DE $113,309 Millsboro, DE $114,798 Millville, DE $115,565 Milton, DE $114,798

Nassau, DE $114,798 Ocean View, DE $115,565 Rehoboth Beach, DE $115,565 Seaford, DE $113,594 Selbyville, DE $115,565 Smyrna, DE $113,177 Viola, DE $114,207 Woodside, DE $113,878

Bear, DE $112,345 Newark, DE $112,389 Claymont, DE $112,476 Delaware City, DE $112,389 Hockessin, DE $112,476 Kirkwood, DE $112,389 Middletown, DE $112,947 Montchanin, DE $112,476

New Castle, DE $112,476 Odessa, DE $113,101 Port Penn, DE $112,082 Rockland, DE $112,476 Saint Georges, DE $112,389 Townsend, DE $112,936 Winterthur, DE $112,476 Lewes, DE $114,798

Wilmington, DE $112,476 Dover, DE $113,681 Dover Afb, DE $113,944 Bethany Beach, DE $115,565 Bethel, DE $113,594 Bridgeville, DE $114,798 Camden Wyoming, DE $113,802 Cheswold, DE $113,418

Clayton, DE $113,134 Dagsboro, DE $115,565 Delmar, DE $113,594 Ellendale, DE $114,798 Felton, DE $114,798 Fenwick Island, DE $115,565 Frankford, DE $115,565 Frederica, DE $114,798

Georgetown, DE $114,798 Greenwood, DE $114,798 Harbeson, DE $114,798 Harrington, DE $114,798 Hartly, DE $113,079 Houston, DE $114,798 Kenton, DE $113,134 Laurel, DE $113,594

Yorklyn, DE $112,476

Propulsion Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Propulsion 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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$103,638

Average $110,921/year

$117,982

$8,636

Average $9,243/month

$9,832

$1,993

Average $2,133/week

$2,269

$50

Average $53/hour

$57

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$117,982	$9,832	$2,269	$57
Average	$110,921	$9,243	$2,133	$53
25th Percentile	$103,638	$8,636	$1,993	$50

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