As of May 18, 2021, the average annual salary for Flight Test Engineer in Aurora, CO is $79,073, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,521 weekly, or $6,589 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Flight Test Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Flight Test Engineer in Aurora, CO vary widely, spanning from $68,370 to $89,843. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($73,471) and 75th percentile ($84,710), while top earners (90th percentile) make $89,843 per year. This $11,239 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Java, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Aurora Flight Test Engineer often earn 0.1% higher than national averages. However, Aurora currently ranks 304 statewide for Flight Test Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Flight Test Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $68,370 Aurora, CO May 18, 2021
25th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $73,471 Aurora, CO May 18, 2021
50th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $79,073 Aurora, CO May 18, 2021
75th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $84,710 Aurora, CO May 18, 2021
90th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $89,843 Aurora, CO May 18, 2021
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    Flight Test Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
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