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Aircraft Performance Engineer

Average Aircraft Performance Engineer Salary

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$84,880
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$62k
MEDIAN
$85k
90%
$129k

The average salary for an Aircraft Performance Engineer is $84,880 in 2025

Base Salary
$62k - $129k
Bonus
$674 - $10k
Profit Sharing
$360 - $20k
Commission
$3k - $28k
Total Pay
$61k - $137k
Based on 4,151 salary profiles (last updated Sep 01 2020)
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Common Health Benefits for a Aircraft Performance Engineer

Medical
91%
Dental
79%
Vision
71%
None
8%

Gender Breakdown for Aircraft Performance Engineers

Male
88.0%
Female
11.5%
Prefer to self-define
0.5%
This data is based on 2,142 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Aircraft Performance Engineers

What is the highest pay for Aircraft Performance Engineers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Aircraft Performance Engineer is $129k / year

What is the lowest pay for Aircraft Performance Engineers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Aircraft Performance Engineer is $62k / year

How can Aircraft Performance Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Aircraft Performance Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Aircraft Performance Engineer that oversees more junior Aircraft Performance Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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