Aerospace Engineer Salary in California
Explore aerospace engineer salaries in California including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CA
$111,411
Monthly: $9,284
Biweekly: $4,285
Entry Level
$67,053
Monthly: $5,588
Biweekly: $2,579
Senior Level
$154,738
Monthly: $12,895
Biweekly: $5,951
Job Growth
19%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $67,053 | $111,411 | $154,738 |
| Monthly | $5,588 | $9,284 | $12,895 |
| Biweekly | $2,579 | $4,285 | $5,951 |
| Weekly | $1,289 | $2,143 | $2,976 |
| Hourly | $32 | $54 | $74 |
CA vs National Comparison
National Median
$87,040
CA Median
$111,411
Difference
+$24,371
Multiplier
1.28x
About This Career
Design aircraft, spacecraft, and related systems and components.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering; PE license recommended
Key Skills
Aircraft DesignAerodynamicsCADSystems Engineering
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