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

A Launch Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Cook I (0-1 years)earns $38,159, a Cook II (1-3 years)earns $42,473, a Cook III (3-5 years)earns $47,825, a Launch Engineer (5+ years)earns $62,777,

What are the highest paying states for a Launch Engineer?

Launch Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Launch Engineer roles are District of Columbia $62,710, California $62,472, Massachusetts $61,640. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Launch Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Launch Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Launch Operations Manager: $118,558; Launch Project Manager: $116,714; Product Launch Manager: $113,663; Advanced Launch Manager: $110,092; SALES PERSON PRODUCT LAUNCH: $106,956.

Launch Engineer Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Launch Engineer make in District of Columbia?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Launch Engineer in District of Columbia is $63,039 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $30.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $77,319
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $57,555 to $70,514
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $52,563

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Launch Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,514	$5,876	$1,356	$34
Average	$63,039	$5,253	$1,212	$30
25th Percentile	$57,555	$4,796	$1,107	$28

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Key Factors That Influence Launch Engineer Salaries

A Launch 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 Do Launch 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 Launch Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $62,710.
California: $62,472.
Massachusetts: $61,640.

District of Columbia $62,710 California $62,472 Massachusetts $61,640 Washington $61,413 New Jersey $61,390 Alaska $61,311 Connecticut $60,529 New York $60,212

Hawaii $59,198 Rhode Island $58,723 Maryland $58,400 Minnesota $57,958 Colorado $57,788 Illinois $57,732 Oregon $57,516 Delaware $57,358

New Hampshire $57,258 Virginia $57,035 Pennsylvania $56,384 Nevada $56,055 North Dakota $55,947 Michigan $55,777 Wisconsin $55,715 Vermont $55,591

Texas $55,245 Maine $55,222 Arizona $55,188 Ohio $55,149 Georgia $54,628 Indiana $54,367 Wyoming $54,316 Utah $54,237

Iowa $54,203 Kansas $53,931 Louisiana $53,852 North Carolina $53,823 Missouri $53,812 Florida $53,591 Montana $53,472 Nebraska $53,359

Kentucky $53,297 South Carolina $53,070 Tennessee $52,929 Idaho $52,872 New Mexico $52,458 Oklahoma $52,368 Alabama $52,034 South Dakota $51,473

Arkansas $51,167 West Virginia $51,003 Mississippi $50,510

Top Paying Cities for Launch 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:

Parcel Return Service: $62,710
Washington: $62,710
Naval Anacost Annex: $62,710

Parcel Return Service, DC $62,710 Washington, DC $62,710 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $62,710 Washington Navy Yard, DC $62,710

Launch Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Launch 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

$57,555

Average $63,039/year

$70,514

$4,796

Average $5,253/month

$5,876

$1,107

Average $1,212/week

$1,356

$28

Average $30/hour

$34

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$70,514	$5,876	$1,356	$34
Average	$63,039	$5,253	$1,212	$30
25th Percentile	$57,555	$4,796	$1,107	$28

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