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Aviation engineer: Average Salary in United States of America, 2026

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Salary rate
How much does a Aviation engineer make in United States of America?
$125,361/ Annual
Based on 10000 salaries
The average Aviation engineer in United States of America is $125,361 per year or $63.44 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $99,500 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $177,880 per year.
Median$125,361
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Low$99,500
High$177,880
Aviation engineer: Average Salary in United States of America
California$141,992
Maryland$137,258
Virginia$134,306
Washington$133,448
New York$125,803
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