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Aerospace Engineer Salary

Aerospace engineers design aircraft, spacecraft, satellites, and missiles, testing prototypes and ensuring they function according to design specifications.

Median: $126,880 Growth: 6% BLS Data

Aerospace Engineer Salary Range

Entry Level

$82,000

0-2 years

Mid Career

$125,000

5-10 years

Senior Level

$170,000

10+ years

Salary Percentiles

10th Percentile $77,440

25th Percentile $100,700

Median (50th) $126,880

75th Percentile $158,730

90th Percentile $185,560

Top Paying States for Aerospace Engineers

1 California

$150,000

2 Virginia

$145,000

3 Alabama

$140,000

4 Colorado

$138,000

5 Washington

$135,000

Job Outlook & Education

Growth Rate

+6%

Above Average

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

How Much Do Aerospace Engineers Make?

The median annual salary for a aerospace engineer in the United States is $126,880 as of 2026. This means half of aerospace engineers earn more than this amount, and half earn less.

Salary by Experience Level

Entry Level (0-2 years): $82,000
Mid Career (5-10 years): $125,000
Senior Level (10+ years): $170,000

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Hourly Equivalent

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What Can a Aerospace Engineer Afford?

Based on median salary of $126,880

Max Rent $3,124/mo

Max Car Payment $1,249/mo

Monthly Savings $1,494/mo

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