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

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

How does experience change A Control Systems Engineer 's salary?

A Control Systems Engineer 's salary grows with experience: a Control Systems Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $93,708, a Control Systems Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $108,825, a Control Systems Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $123,703, a Control Systems Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $151,323, a Automation Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $166,506,

What are the highest paying states for a Control Systems Engineer III?

Control Systems Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Control Systems Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $135,300, California $134,800, Massachusetts $133,000. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

Salaries for Control Systems Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Control Systems Engineer V: $164,420; Control Systems Engineer IV: $149,500; Control & Instrument Engineer III: $122,152; Electronic Systems Engineer III: $120,790; Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer III: $115,836.

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Control Systems Engineer III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Control Systems Engineer III make in Delaware?

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Control Systems Engineer III in Delaware is $123,800 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $60.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $142,713
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $115,000 to $133,700
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $106,988

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Control Systems Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$133,700	$11,142	$2,571	$64
Average	$123,800	$10,317	$2,381	$60
25th Percentile	$115,000	$9,583	$2,212	$55

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Key Factors That Influence Control Systems Engineer III Salaries

A Control Systems Engineer III'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 Control Systems Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Control Systems Engineer III'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:

Control Systems Engineer I (0-2 years): $93,708
Control Systems Engineer II (2-4 years): $108,825
Control Systems Engineer III (4-7 years): $123,703
Control Systems Engineer IV (7+ years): $151,323
Automation Engineer V (7-10 years): $166,506

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Control Systems Engineer I	0-2 years	$93,708
Control Systems Engineer II	2-4 years	$108,825
Control Systems Engineer III	4-7 years	$123,703
Control Systems Engineer IV	7+ years	$151,323
Automation Engineer V	7-10 years	$166,506

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How Do Control Systems Engineer III 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 Control Systems Engineer IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $135,300.
California: $134,800.
Massachusetts: $133,000.

District of Columbia $135,300 California $134,800 Massachusetts $133,000 Washington $132,500 New Jersey $132,500 Alaska $132,300 Connecticut $130,600 New York $129,900

Hawaii $127,700 Rhode Island $126,700 Maryland $126,000 Minnesota $125,000 Colorado $124,700 Illinois $124,600 Oregon $124,100 Delaware $123,800

New Hampshire $123,500 Virginia $123,100 Pennsylvania $121,700 Nevada $120,900 North Dakota $120,700 Michigan $120,300 Wisconsin $120,200 Vermont $119,900

Texas $119,200 Arizona $119,100 Maine $119,100 Ohio $119,000 Georgia $117,900 Indiana $117,300 Wyoming $117,200 Utah $117,000

Iowa $116,900 Kansas $116,400 Louisiana $116,200 North Carolina $116,100 Missouri $116,100 Florida $115,600 Montana $115,400 Nebraska $115,100

Kentucky $115,000 South Carolina $114,500 Tennessee $114,200 Idaho $114,100 New Mexico $113,200 Oklahoma $113,000 Alabama $112,300 South Dakota $111,100

Arkansas $110,400 West Virginia $110,000 Mississippi $109,000

Top Paying Cities for Control Systems Engineer IIIs

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: $123,200
Little Creek: $124,100
Magnolia: $123,900

Lincoln, DE $123,200 Little Creek, DE $124,100 Magnolia, DE $123,900 Milford, DE $123,500 Marydel, DE $123,700 Millsboro, DE $122,700 Millville, DE $122,900 Milton, DE $123,100

Nassau, DE $123,200 Ocean View, DE $122,800 Rehoboth Beach, DE $123,100 Seaford, DE $123,200 Selbyville, DE $122,600 Smyrna, DE $124,200 Viola, DE $123,600 Woodside, DE $123,900

Bear, DE $123,700 Newark, DE $123,600 Claymont, DE $123,900 Delaware City, DE $123,700 Hockessin, DE $123,600 Kirkwood, DE $123,700 Middletown, DE $123,800 Montchanin, DE $123,600

New Castle, DE $123,600 Odessa, DE $123,800 Port Penn, DE $123,900 Rockland, DE $123,600 Saint Georges, DE $123,700 Townsend, DE $123,900 Winterthur, DE $123,700 Lewes, DE $123,100

Wilmington, DE $123,600 Dover, DE $124,100 Dover Afb, DE $123,400 Bethany Beach, DE $122,700 Bethel, DE $122,800 Bridgeville, DE $123,100 Camden Wyoming, DE $123,700 Cheswold, DE $124,100

Clayton, DE $124,100 Dagsboro, DE $122,600 Delmar, DE $122,400 Ellendale, DE $122,800 Felton, DE $123,500 Fenwick Island, DE $122,700 Frankford, DE $122,400 Frederica, DE $123,600

Georgetown, DE $122,600 Greenwood, DE $123,200 Harbeson, DE $122,700 Harrington, DE $123,300 Hartly, DE $123,700 Houston, DE $123,200 Kenton, DE $124,100 Laurel, DE $122,500

Yorklyn, DE $123,600

Control Systems Engineer III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Control Systems Engineer III'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.

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$115,000

Average $123,800/year

$133,700

$9,583

Average $10,317/month

$11,142

$2,212

Average $2,381/week

$2,571

$55

Average $60/hour

$64

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$133,700	$11,142	$2,571	$64
Average	$123,800	$10,317	$2,381	$60
25th Percentile	$115,000	$9,583	$2,212	$55

Control Systems Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Control Systems Engineer III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Control Systems Engineer IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $151,400 - a projected growth of 22% over your current level.

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