AIAA is a worldwide organization that connects over 35,000 aerospace professionals and students. The world is divided up into 7 regions, and within these regions, individual sections plan events for their members. San Diego belongs to Region VI, and serves San Diego and Imperial counties.

Within the AIAA-SD Section, the Council is organized in the following way. The Chair, VP's, Secretary and Treasurer are elected positions, with officers being elected annually. The other positions are volunteer/appointed positions. A list of current council members can be found here.