What are the main factors that influence a Lead RF Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Lead RF Engineer's salary?

A Lead RF Engineer's salary grows with experience: a RF Engineer II (4-7 years)earns $122,572, a RF Engineer III (7+ years)earns $145,947, a Lead RF Engineer (7-10 years)earns $180,262, a Radio Frequency Engineer VI ( years)earns $0, a Radio Frequency Engineering Manager ( years)earns $0,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead RF Engineer?

Lead RF Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead RF Engineer roles are District of Columbia $196,700, California $195,900, Massachusetts $193,300. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead RF Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Lead RF Engineer level roles vary by specialization: RF Engineer IV: $177,613; Principal RF Engineer: $177,600; RF Engineer III: $143,800; Specialist RF Engineer: $143,790; RF Engineer II: $120,800.

Lead RF Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead RF Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Lead RF Engineer in Delaware is $180,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $87.

However, a Lead RF Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $197,685
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $168,100 to $189,400
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $156,993

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Lead RF Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$189,400	$15,783	$3,642	$91
Average	$180,300	$15,025	$3,467	$87
25th Percentile	$168,100	$14,008	$3,233	$81

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Key Factors That Influence Lead RF Engineer Salaries

A Lead RF Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Lead RF Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead RF Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

RF Engineer II (4-7 years): $122,572
RF Engineer III (7+ years): $145,947
Lead RF Engineer (7-10 years): $180,262
Radio Frequency Engineer VI ( years): $0
Radio Frequency Engineering Manager ( years): $0

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
RF Engineer II	4-7 years	$122,572
RF Engineer III	7+ years	$145,947
Lead RF Engineer	7-10 years	$180,262
Radio Frequency Engineer VI	years	$0
Radio Frequency Engineering Manager	years	$0

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How Do Lead RF Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Lead RF Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $196,700.
California: $195,900.
Massachusetts: $193,300.

District of Columbia $196,700 California $195,900 Massachusetts $193,300 Washington $192,600 New Jersey $192,500 Alaska $192,300 Connecticut $189,800 New York $188,900

Hawaii $185,700 Rhode Island $184,200 Maryland $183,200 Minnesota $181,800 Colorado $181,300 Illinois $181,100 Oregon $180,400 Delaware $179,900

New Hampshire $179,600 Virginia $178,900 Pennsylvania $176,800 Nevada $175,800 North Dakota $175,500 Michigan $174,900 Wisconsin $174,800 Vermont $174,400

Texas $173,300 Maine $173,200 Arizona $173,100 Ohio $173,000 Georgia $171,300 Indiana $170,500 Wyoming $170,400 Utah $170,100

Iowa $170,000 Kansas $169,200 Louisiana $168,900 North Carolina $168,800 Missouri $168,800 Florida $168,100 Montana $167,700 Nebraska $167,400

Kentucky $167,200 South Carolina $166,500 Tennessee $166,000 Idaho $165,800 New Mexico $164,500 Oklahoma $164,300 Alabama $163,200 South Dakota $161,500

Arkansas $160,500 West Virginia $160,000 Mississippi $158,400

Top Paying Cities for Lead RF Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $186,200
Little Creek: $184,500
Magnolia: $185,200

Lincoln, DE $186,200 Little Creek, DE $184,500 Magnolia, DE $185,200 Milford, DE $186,200 Marydel, DE $183,800 Millsboro, DE $186,200 Millville, DE $187,400 Milton, DE $186,200

Nassau, DE $186,200 Ocean View, DE $187,400 Rehoboth Beach, DE $187,400 Seaford, DE $184,200 Selbyville, DE $187,400 Smyrna, DE $183,600 Viola, DE $185,200 Woodside, DE $184,700

Bear, DE $182,200 Newark, DE $182,300 Claymont, DE $182,400 Delaware City, DE $182,300 Hockessin, DE $182,400 Kirkwood, DE $182,300 Middletown, DE $183,200 Montchanin, DE $182,400

New Castle, DE $182,400 Odessa, DE $183,400 Port Penn, DE $181,800 Rockland, DE $182,400 Saint Georges, DE $182,300 Townsend, DE $183,200 Winterthur, DE $182,400 Lewes, DE $186,200

Wilmington, DE $182,400 Dover, DE $184,400 Dover Afb, DE $184,800 Bethany Beach, DE $187,400 Bethel, DE $184,200 Bridgeville, DE $186,200 Camden Wyoming, DE $184,600 Cheswold, DE $184,000

Clayton, DE $183,500 Dagsboro, DE $187,400 Delmar, DE $184,200 Ellendale, DE $186,200 Felton, DE $186,200 Fenwick Island, DE $187,400 Frankford, DE $187,400 Frederica, DE $186,200

Georgetown, DE $186,200 Greenwood, DE $186,200 Harbeson, DE $186,200 Harrington, DE $186,200 Hartly, DE $183,400 Houston, DE $186,200 Kenton, DE $183,500 Laurel, DE $184,200

Yorklyn, DE $182,400

Lead RF Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead RF Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$168,100

Average $180,300/year

$189,400

$14,008

Average $15,025/month

$15,783

$3,233

Average $3,467/week

$3,642

$81

Average $87/hour

$91

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$189,400	$15,783	$3,642	$91
Average	$180,300	$15,025	$3,467	$87
25th Percentile	$168,100	$14,008	$3,233	$81

Lead RF Engineer Salary Growth & Career Path

Lead RF Engineer

Digital Signal Processing Engineer VI

EE VI

Electrical Engineering Team Leader I

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Lead RF Engineer, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Lead RF Engineer Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Digital Signal Processing Engineer VI	$220,300	22%
EE VI	$203,900	13%

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