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Propulsion Aerospace Engineer Salary in San Jose, CA

Detailed compensation breakdown, percentiles, and market demand for Propulsion Aerospace Engineer in San Jose, CA.

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Demand: +18% (High Demand)
$206,720
/ year (Median Base Pay)
💵 Hourly Equivalent: $99.39/hr
📊 80% Range: $142,800 – $312,800
📍 Regional Multiplier: +36% vs National Baseline
10th % Entry $142,800
25th % Junior $174,760
50th % Median $206,720
75th % Senior $259,760
90th % Top 10% $312,800
Base Annual Salary $206,720
Target Annual Bonus $24,806
Annual Stock / Equity $45,478
Total Compensation (TC) $277,005
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Salary Progression by Experience Level in San Jose, CA

Estimated pay progression across career stages for Propulsion Aerospace Engineer

Entry-Level (0 - 2 yrs)

Junior Propulsion Aerospace Engineer

Recent graduates and early career entrants.

Median Pay
$142,800
Mid-Level (2 - 5 yrs)

Propulsion Aerospace Engineer

Autonomous execution and domain proficiency.

Median Pay
$206,720
Senior (5 - 8 yrs)

Senior Propulsion Aerospace Engineer

System architecture, mentorship, and project leadership.

Median Pay
$259,760
Lead / Principal (8+ yrs)

Staff / Principal

Strategic direction and cross-functional technical decisions.

Median Pay
$312,800

Propulsion Aerospace Engineer Salary in Other US Locations

Compare regional earnings and cost-of-living adjustments

San Francisco, CA

COL Index: 179.5%
$209,760

San Jose, CA

COL Index: 174.2%
$206,720

New York, NY

COL Index: 186%
$203,680

Seattle, WA

COL Index: 148%
$194,560

Hawaii

COL Index: 179%
$194,560

Oakland, CA

COL Index: 155%
$194,560

Boston, MA

COL Index: 149%
$190,000

California

COL Index: 142%
$190,000

Role Profile & Career Requirements

A Propulsion Aerospace Engineer leads technical design, operational execution, and industry best practices in their specialized sector. High demand and strong compensation growth projected through 2026-2032.

Required Education
Bachelor's, Master's, or Industry Professional License
Experience Benchmark
2-6 years
10-Year Projected Growth
+18% (High Demand)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a Propulsion Aerospace Engineer make in San Jose, CA?

The median annual salary for a Propulsion Aerospace Engineer in San Jose, CA is $206,720, with entry-level professionals earning around $142,800 and top 10% senior specialists earning up to $312,800.

What is the average hourly rate for a Propulsion Aerospace Engineer in San Jose, CA?

On average, a Propulsion Aerospace Engineer in San Jose, CA makes approximately $99.39 per hour based on a standard 2,080-hour work year.

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