How Much Does an Aircraft Engineer Earn?
Aircraft engineers, also known as aeronautical or aerospace engineers, design, develop, and maintain aircraft and other vehicles to ensure their safe and efficient operation. This highly complex and rewarding career requires exceptional technical knowledge and skills.
Answer: How much does an aircraft engineer earn?
According to a survey conducted by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), an aircraft engineer can earn up to £64,371 per annum (£5,364 per month) [1]. This translates to approximately $83,000 to $85,000 USD annually or $6,917 per month, assuming an average exchange rate. However, salaries can vary widely depending on factors such as location, level of experience, education, and organization.
Breakdown by Level of Experience
According to Glassdoor, entry-level aircraft engineers in the United Kingdom can start with an annual salary as low as £25,000-£30,000 (£2,084-£2,458 per month) [2]. More experienced engineers (5-10 years in the industry) can earn around £40,000-£60,000 per year (£3,333-£4,938 per month) [2].
US Salaries:
Payscale estimates entry-level aircraft engineers in the United States start at around $54,000-¥70,000 per annum ($4,500-$5,917 per month) [3]. *Experienced aircraft engineers can earn as much as $80,000 to $100,000 ($6,667-9,166 per month per year) depending on specialization and work setting [2].
Global Salaries:
Below is an approximate salary breakdown for top-paying countries [4]:
COUNTRY | SALARY RANGE (£ per annum / $ per annum) |
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South Korea | £75,000 to £160,000 (¥13,700-¥280,000) |
Oman | £61,000 to £200,000 ($80,000-$258,750) |
Australia | £75,000 to £145,000 ($94,700-188,000 USD) |
CANADA | CAD 87,000 – CAD $155,000 (aprox $80,800-106,000 US) |
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