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

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

How does experience change A Test Engineering Manager's salary?

A Test Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a Test Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $138,034, a Test Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $150,787, a Test Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $108,350, a Test Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $129,244, a Test Engineering Manager II (10+ years)earns $159,974,

What are the highest paying states for a Test Engineering Manager?

Test Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Test Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $142,352, California $141,812, Massachusetts $139,922. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Test Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Test Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Test Pilot Manager: $193,900; Senior Manager, Test Engineering: $158,751; Test Engineering Manager II: $156,717; Engineering Senior Test Pilot: $150,100; Engineering Test Pilot: $128,900.

Test Engineering Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Test Engineering Manager make in Delaware?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Test Engineering Manager in Delaware is $130,498 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $156,454
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $118,301 to $144,084
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $107,196

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Test Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$144,084	$12,007	$2,771	$69
Average	$130,498	$10,875	$2,510	$63
25th Percentile	$118,301	$9,858	$2,275	$57

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Key Factors That Influence Test Engineering Manager Salaries

A Test Engineering Manager'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 Test Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Test Engineering Manager'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): $138,034
Early Career (1-2 years): $150,787
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,350
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $129,244
Expert (over 8 years): $159,974

Levels	Salary
Test Engi... Level Test Engineering Manager	$138,034
Test Engi... Level Test Engineering Manager	$150,787
Test Engi... Level Test Engineering Manager	$108,350
Test Engi... Level Test Engineering Manager	$129,244
Test Engi... Level Test Engineering Manager	$159,974

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

District of Columbia: $142,352.
California: $141,812.
Massachusetts: $139,922.

District of Columbia $142,352 California $141,812 Massachusetts $139,922 Washington $139,407 New Jersey $139,356 Alaska $139,176 Connecticut $137,402 New York $136,682

Hawaii $134,380 Rhode Island $133,300 Maryland $132,568 Minnesota $131,565 Colorado $131,179 Illinois $131,050 Oregon $130,562 Delaware $130,202

New Hampshire $129,976 Virginia $129,469 Pennsylvania $127,990 Nevada $127,245 North Dakota $127,000 Michigan $126,615 Wisconsin $126,473 Vermont $126,190

Texas $125,406 Maine $125,355 Arizona $125,278 Ohio $125,188 Georgia $124,005 Indiana $123,413 Wyoming $123,298 Utah $123,118

Iowa $123,041 Kansas $122,423 Louisiana $122,243 North Carolina $122,179 Missouri $122,153 Florida $121,652 Montana $121,382 Nebraska $121,125

Kentucky $120,983 South Carolina $120,469 Tennessee $120,148 Idaho $120,019 New Mexico $119,081 Oklahoma $118,875 Alabama $118,116 South Dakota $116,844

Arkansas $116,149 West Virginia $115,776 Mississippi $114,658

Top Paying Cities for Test Engineering Managers

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: $134,753
Little Creek: $133,506
Magnolia: $134,059

Lincoln, DE $134,753 Little Creek, DE $133,506 Magnolia, DE $134,059 Milford, DE $134,753 Marydel, DE $133,005 Millsboro, DE $134,753 Millville, DE $135,653 Milton, DE $134,753

Nassau, DE $134,753 Ocean View, DE $135,653 Rehoboth Beach, DE $135,653 Seaford, DE $133,339 Selbyville, DE $135,653 Smyrna, DE $132,850 Viola, DE $134,059 Woodside, DE $133,673

Bear, DE $131,873 Newark, DE $131,925 Claymont, DE $132,028 Delaware City, DE $131,925 Hockessin, DE $132,028 Kirkwood, DE $131,925 Middletown, DE $132,580 Montchanin, DE $132,028

New Castle, DE $132,028 Odessa, DE $132,760 Port Penn, DE $131,565 Rockland, DE $132,028 Saint Georges, DE $131,925 Townsend, DE $132,568 Winterthur, DE $132,028 Lewes, DE $134,753

Wilmington, DE $132,028 Dover, DE $133,442 Dover Afb, DE $133,750 Bethany Beach, DE $135,653 Bethel, DE $133,339 Bridgeville, DE $134,753 Camden Wyoming, DE $133,583 Cheswold, DE $133,133

Clayton, DE $132,799 Dagsboro, DE $135,653 Delmar, DE $133,339 Ellendale, DE $134,753 Felton, DE $134,753 Fenwick Island, DE $135,653 Frankford, DE $135,653 Frederica, DE $134,753

Georgetown, DE $134,753 Greenwood, DE $134,753 Harbeson, DE $134,753 Harrington, DE $134,753 Hartly, DE $132,735 Houston, DE $134,753 Kenton, DE $132,799 Laurel, DE $133,339

Yorklyn, DE $132,028

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

Understanding how a Test Engineering Manager'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

$118,301

Average $130,498/year

$144,084

$9,858

Average $10,875/month

$12,007

$2,275

Average $2,510/week

$2,771

$57

Average $63/hour

$69

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$144,084	$12,007	$2,771	$69
Average	$130,498	$10,875	$2,510	$63
25th Percentile	$118,301	$9,858	$2,275	$57

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