Earnings
Space managers earned salaries that ranged from $85,000 to $141,000 or more in April 2025, according to Glassdoor.com, a Web site that allows users to post salary information and reviews of companies. They received median annual earnings of $108,000.
Employers offer a variety of benefit packages, which can include any of the following: paid holidays, vacations, and sick days; personal days; medical, dental, and life insurance; profit-sharing plans; 401(k) plans; retirement and pension plans; and educational assistance programs. Some aerospace companies offer performance bonuses and profit-sharing options for their employees.
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