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

A Lead Systems Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Software Systems Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $123,813, a Software Systems Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $151,479, a Lead Systems Engineer (7-10 years)earns $173,630, a Software Systems Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $146,154, a Software Systems Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $158,476,

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

Lead Systems Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Systems Engineer roles are District of Columbia $184,422, California $183,723, Massachusetts $181,274. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Lead Systems Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Engineer, Lead/Master - Electronics: $169,290; Engineer, Lead/Master - Nuclear: $161,900; Aerospace Engineer, Lead/Master: $161,900; Lead Engineer, Systems Engineering: $157,456; Control Systems Engineer IV: $149,300.

Lead Systems Engineer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Lead Systems Engineer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Lead Systems Engineer in Rhode Island is $173,895 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $84.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $191,527
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $160,897 to $183,124
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $149,062

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Lead Systems Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$183,124	$15,260	$3,522	$88
Average	$173,895	$14,491	$3,344	$84
25th Percentile	$160,897	$13,408	$3,094	$77

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Systems Engineer Salaries

A Lead Systems 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 Systems Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Systems 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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $123,813
Early Career (1-2 years): $151,479
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $173,630
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $146,154
Expert (over 8 years): $158,476

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Lead Systems Engineer	$123,813
Software ... Level Lead Systems Engineer	$151,479
Lead Syst... Level Lead Systems Engineer	$173,630
Software ... Level Lead Systems Engineer	$146,154
Software ... Level Lead Systems Engineer	$158,476

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How Do Lead Systems 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 Systems Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $184,422.
California: $183,723.
Massachusetts: $181,274.

District of Columbia $184,422 California $183,723 Massachusetts $181,274 Washington $180,608 New Jersey $180,541 Alaska $180,308 Connecticut $178,010 New York $177,077

Hawaii $174,095 Rhode Island $172,696 Maryland $171,747 Minnesota $170,447 Colorado $169,948 Illinois $169,781 Oregon $169,148 Delaware $168,682

New Hampshire $168,389 Virginia $167,732 Pennsylvania $165,817 Nevada $164,851 North Dakota $164,534 Michigan $164,035 Wisconsin $163,851 Vermont $163,485

Texas $162,469 Maine $162,402 Arizona $162,302 Ohio $162,186 Georgia $160,653 Indiana $159,887 Wyoming $159,737 Utah $159,504

Iowa $159,404 Kansas $158,605 Louisiana $158,371 North Carolina $158,288 Missouri $158,255 Florida $157,605 Montana $157,255 Nebraska $156,922

Kentucky $156,739 South Carolina $156,073 Tennessee $155,656 Idaho $155,490 New Mexico $154,274 Oklahoma $154,007 Alabama $153,025 South Dakota $151,376

Arkansas $150,476 West Virginia $149,993 Mississippi $148,544

Top Paying Cities for Lead Systems 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:

Adamsville: $175,528
Albion: $172,613
Ashaway: $176,194

Adamsville, RI $175,528 Albion, RI $172,613 Ashaway, RI $176,194 Barrington, RI $172,613 Block Island, RI $175,278 Bradford, RI $176,077 Bristol, RI $172,446 Carolina, RI $174,645

Charlestown, RI $174,828 Chepachet, RI $172,280 Clayville, RI $172,446 Coventry, RI $172,280 West Greenwich, RI $172,163 East Greenwich, RI $172,396 Exeter, RI $176,077 Fiskeville, RI $172,613

Forestdale, RI $172,446 Foster, RI $172,163 Glendale, RI $172,163 Greene, RI $174,095 Greenville, RI $172,613 Harmony, RI $172,563 Harrisville, RI $172,280 Hope, RI $172,613

Hope Valley, RI $176,194 Hopkinton, RI $176,244 Jamestown, RI $174,478 Kenyon, RI $176,027 Little Compton, RI $175,461 Manville, RI $172,613 Mapleville, RI $172,163 Newport, RI $174,512

Middletown, RI $175,245 North Kingstown, RI $172,113 North Scituate, RI $172,563 Oakland, RI $172,330 Pascoag, RI $172,230 Pawtucket, RI $172,613 Central Falls, RI $172,613 Cumberland, RI $172,613

Lincoln, RI $172,613 Portsmouth, RI $173,812 Prudence Island, RI $172,280 Rockville, RI $176,244 Saunderstown, RI $174,578 Shannock, RI $175,977 Slatersville, RI $172,446 Slocum, RI $174,578

Tiverton, RI $175,578 Wakefield, RI $174,395 Kingston, RI $174,428 Narragansett, RI $174,462 Peace Dale, RI $174,395 Warren, RI $172,563 Warwick, RI $172,613 Westerly, RI $176,294

West Kingston, RI $174,528 West Warwick, RI $172,613 Wood River Junction, RI $176,077 Woonsocket, RI $172,446 North Smithfield, RI $172,563 Wyoming, RI $176,027 Providence, RI $172,613 Cranston, RI $172,613

North Providence, RI $172,613 East Providence, RI $172,613 Riverside, RI $172,613 Rumford, RI $172,613 Smithfield, RI $172,613 Johnston, RI $172,613

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

Understanding how a Lead Systems 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

$160,897

Average $173,895/year

$183,124

$13,408

Average $14,491/month

$15,260

$3,094

Average $3,344/week

$3,522

$77

Average $84/hour

$88

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$183,124	$15,260	$3,522	$88
Average	$173,895	$14,491	$3,344	$84
25th Percentile	$160,897	$13,408	$3,094	$77

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