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Aeronautical engineer salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does an Aeronautical Engineer make in the United States?

Average base salary

$112,608
Average $112,608
Low $71,978
High $176,175

The average salary for a aeronautical engineer is $112,608 per year in the United States. 1.1k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated May 10, 2026).

Aeronautical Engineer job openings in United States

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Aerospace Manufacturing Engine...
Amazon.com3.5out of 5 stars.
Kirkland, WA
$117,300 - $160,000 a year
Full-time
6 days ago

Highest paying companies for Aeronautical Engineer in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
The University of Texas at San...
 
$312,000per year
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North Wind Group
 
$287,733per year
CWS Health
 
$249,600per year
University of California Berke...
 
$205,000per year
Alutiiq
 
$200,000per year
CTS International
 
$194,480per year

Highest paying cities for Aeronautical Engineers near United States

  1. Marietta, GA
    $197,243 per year
  2. Seattle, WA
    $139,082 per year
  3. Phoenix, AZ
    $135,407 per year
  4. Miami, FL
    $133,768 per year
  5. Los Angeles, CA
    $131,085 per year

Where can an Aeronautical Engineer earn more?

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