Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians Salary (2025)
Based on 11,280 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $59,050 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $67,680 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $82,890 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $111,280 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $125,160 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$59K
25th
$68K
Median
$83K
75th
$111K
90th
$125K
Highest Paying States for Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Washington | $121,010 |
| Alaska | $107,410 |
| Colorado | $107,360 |
| California | $106,720 |
| Connecticut | $94,450 |
| Nevada | $93,160 |
| Maryland | $92,570 |
| Florida | $83,180 |
| Utah | $82,890 |
| Virginia | $82,320 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Washington at an average of $121,010 per year, while Virginia has an average of $82,320 — a difference of $38,690. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 11,280 workers were employed as Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicianss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Architecture and Engineering Occupations. The annual mean wage of $91,310 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 17-3021