Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians Salary in the United States
Median annual wage: $82,890 · Median hourly: $39.85 · Employment: 11,280
Annual Salary Percentiles
| Percentile | Annual | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| 10th | $59,050 | $28.39 |
| 25th | $67,680 | $32.54 |
| Median | $82,890 | $39.85 |
| 75th | $111,280 | $53.50 |
| 90th | $125,160 | $60.18 |
Quick Facts
- Occupational code: 17-3021
- Total U.S. employment: 11,280
- Jobs per 1,000: —
- Hourly salary breakdown
- All-state comparison
A closer look
The median wage in this area is 0.0% below the national median — a difference of about $0 per year for a typical worker.
Pay spans a wide range: workers at the 10th percentile earn about $59,050, while those at the 90th percentile earn about $125,160 — a 2.1x gap between entry-level and top earners.
Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technologists and Technicians Salary by State
The table below ranks every state by median annual wage. Click a state for detailed local data.
| State | Median Annual | Median Hourly | vs National | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $62,130 | $29.87 | -25.0% | 140 |
| Alaska | $105,780 | $50.85 | +27.6% | 40 |
| Arizona | $75,230 | $36.17 | -9.2% | 380 |
| California | $99,000 | $47.59 | +19.4% | 1,560 |
| Colorado | $98,990 | $47.59 | +19.4% | 660 |
| Connecticut | $79,410 | $38.18 | -4.2% | 70 |
| Florida | $78,560 | $37.77 | -5.2% | 770 |
| Georgia | — | — | — | 400 |
| Indiana | $62,520 | $30.06 | -24.6% | 480 |
| Kansas | $78,350 | $37.67 | -5.5% | 580 |
| Maryland | $91,820 | $44.14 | +10.8% | 200 |
| Massachusetts | $79,420 | $38.18 | -4.2% | 30 |
| Michigan | $69,840 | $33.58 | -15.7% | 70 |
| Minnesota | $71,240 | $34.25 | -14.1% | 0 |
| Nevada | $102,980 | $49.51 | +24.2% | 50 |
| New Mexico | $66,460 | $31.95 | -19.8% | 0 |
| New York | $64,480 | $31.00 | -22.2% | 330 |
| North Carolina | — | — | — | 190 |
| Ohio | $79,310 | $38.13 | -4.3% | 900 |
| Oklahoma | $45,590 | $21.92 | -45.0% | 30 |
| Oregon | $81,100 | $38.99 | -2.2% | 120 |
| Pennsylvania | $60,770 | $29.22 | -26.7% | 80 |
| South Carolina | — | — | — | 120 |
| Texas | $78,350 | $37.67 | -5.5% | 950 |
| Utah | $76,680 | $36.87 | -7.5% | 400 |
| Virginia | $81,040 | $38.96 | -2.2% | 270 |
| Washington | $125,160 | $60.18 | +51.0% | 1,590 |
Data source: BLS OES state file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average salary for aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians?
The median annual wage for aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians is $82,890 ($39.85 per hour), according to the BLS OES survey for May 2024.
Which state pays aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians the most?
Wages vary by state. Use the state table above to compare median annual pay across all 50 states and Washington, D.C.
How many aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians are employed in the U.S.?
There are approximately 11,280 aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians employed nationally, per BLS OES.
How much do aerospace engineering and operations technologists and technicians make per hour?
The median hourly wage is $39.85. See the hourly salary page for the full percentile breakdown.