What are the main factors that influence a Director, Test Engineering's salary?

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

How does experience change A Director, Test Engineering's salary?

A Director, Test Engineering's salary grows with experience: a Software Quality Assurance Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $214,102, a Software Quality Assurance Supervisor (12+ years)earns $124,056, a Software Quality Assurance Manager (12+ years)earns $141,560, a Director, Test Engineering (12+ years)earns $171,079, a Software Quality Assurance Director (12+ years)earns $196,592,

What are the highest paying states for a Director, Test Engineering?

Director, Test Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Director, Test Engineering roles are District of Columbia $186,276, California $185,570, Massachusetts $183,097. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Director, Test Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Director, Test Engineering level roles vary by specialization: Firmware Engineering Director: $212,300; Embedded Software Engineering Director: $212,206; Integrated Solutions Engineering Director: $209,299; Engineering Director: $200,916; Assistant Director, Test Engineering: $169,160.

Director, Test Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does a Director, Test Engineering make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Director, Test Engineering in Delaware is $170,765 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $82.

However, a Director, Test Engineering's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $195,736
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $158,466 to $183,836
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $147,270

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Director, Test Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$183,836	$15,320	$3,535	$88
Average	$170,765	$14,230	$3,284	$82
25th Percentile	$158,466	$13,206	$3,047	$76

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Key Factors That Influence Director, Test Engineering Salaries

A Director, Test Engineering'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 Director, Test Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director, Test Engineering'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $214,102
Early Career (1-2 years): $124,056
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $141,560
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $171,079
Expert (over 8 years): $196,592

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Director, Test Engineering	$214,102
Software ... Level Director, Test Engineering	$124,056
Software ... Level Director, Test Engineering	$141,560
Director,... Level Director, Test Engineering	$171,079
Software ... Level Director, Test Engineering	$196,592

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How Do Director, Test Engineering 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 Director, Test Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $186,276.
California: $185,570.
Massachusetts: $183,097.

District of Columbia $186,276 California $185,570 Massachusetts $183,097 Washington $182,424 New Jersey $182,356 Alaska $182,121 Connecticut $179,799 New York $178,857

Hawaii $175,845 Rhode Island $174,432 Maryland $173,473 Minnesota $172,161 Colorado $171,656 Illinois $171,488 Oregon $170,849 Delaware $170,378

New Hampshire $170,081 Virginia $169,419 Pennsylvania $167,484 Nevada $166,508 North Dakota $166,188 Michigan $165,684 Wisconsin $165,499 Vermont $165,128

Texas $164,102 Maine $164,035 Arizona $163,934 Ohio $163,816 Georgia $162,268 Indiana $161,494 Wyoming $161,343 Utah $161,107

Iowa $161,007 Kansas $160,199 Louisiana $159,963 North Carolina $159,879 Missouri $159,846 Florida $159,190 Montana $158,836 Nebraska $158,500

Kentucky $158,315 South Carolina $157,642 Tennessee $157,221 Idaho $157,053 New Mexico $155,825 Oklahoma $155,556 Alabama $154,563 South Dakota $152,897

Arkansas $151,989 West Virginia $151,501 Mississippi $150,037

Top Paying Cities for Director, Test Engineerings

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: $176,333
Little Creek: $174,701
Magnolia: $175,425

Lincoln, DE $176,333 Little Creek, DE $174,701 Magnolia, DE $175,425 Milford, DE $176,333 Marydel, DE $174,045 Millsboro, DE $176,333 Millville, DE $177,511 Milton, DE $176,333

Nassau, DE $176,333 Ocean View, DE $177,511 Rehoboth Beach, DE $177,511 Seaford, DE $174,483 Selbyville, DE $177,511 Smyrna, DE $173,843 Viola, DE $175,425 Woodside, DE $174,920

Bear, DE $172,565 Newark, DE $172,632 Claymont, DE $172,767 Delaware City, DE $172,632 Hockessin, DE $172,767 Kirkwood, DE $172,632 Middletown, DE $173,490 Montchanin, DE $172,767

New Castle, DE $172,767 Odessa, DE $173,726 Port Penn, DE $172,161 Rockland, DE $172,767 Saint Georges, DE $172,632 Townsend, DE $173,473 Winterthur, DE $172,767 Lewes, DE $176,333

Wilmington, DE $172,767 Dover, DE $174,617 Dover Afb, DE $175,021 Bethany Beach, DE $177,511 Bethel, DE $174,483 Bridgeville, DE $176,333 Camden Wyoming, DE $174,802 Cheswold, DE $174,213

Clayton, DE $173,776 Dagsboro, DE $177,511 Delmar, DE $174,483 Ellendale, DE $176,333 Felton, DE $176,333 Fenwick Island, DE $177,511 Frankford, DE $177,511 Frederica, DE $176,333

Georgetown, DE $176,333 Greenwood, DE $176,333 Harbeson, DE $176,333 Harrington, DE $176,333 Hartly, DE $173,692 Houston, DE $176,333 Kenton, DE $173,776 Laurel, DE $174,483

Yorklyn, DE $172,767

Director, Test Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director, Test Engineering'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

$158,466

Average $170,765/year

$183,836

$13,206

Average $14,230/month

$15,320

$3,047

Average $3,284/week

$3,535

$76

Average $82/hour

$88

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$183,836	$15,320	$3,535	$88
Average	$170,765	$14,230	$3,284	$82
25th Percentile	$158,466	$13,206	$3,047	$76

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