What are the main factors that influence a Control Systems Engineer V'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 II (2-4 years)earns $108,803, a Control Systems Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $123,676, a Control Systems Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $151,275, a Control Systems Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $166,487, a Automation Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $169,322,

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

Control Systems Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Control Systems Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $182,030, California $181,340, Massachusetts $178,920. 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: Electronic Systems Engineer V: $169,273; Electronics Engineer V: $169,252; Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineer V: $168,575; Enterprise Systems Engineer V: $165,300; Systems Infrastructure Engineer V: $165,280.

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Control Systems Engineer V Salary in Delaware

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

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Control Systems Engineer V in Delaware is $166,490 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $80.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $194,516
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $155,740 to $181,160
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $145,953

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Control Systems Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$181,160	$15,097	$3,484	$87
Average	$166,490	$13,874	$3,202	$80
25th Percentile	$155,740	$12,978	$2,995	$75

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Key Factors That Influence Control Systems Engineer V Salaries

A Control Systems Engineer V'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 V'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 II (2-4 years): $108,803
Control Systems Engineer III (4-7 years): $123,676
Control Systems Engineer IV (7+ years): $151,275
Control Systems Engineer V (7-10 years): $166,487
Automation Engineering Manager (10+ years): $169,322

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Control Systems Engineer II	2-4 years	$108,803
Control Systems Engineer III	4-7 years	$123,676
Control Systems Engineer IV	7+ years	$151,275
Control Systems Engineer V	7-10 years	$166,487
Automation Engineering Manager	10+ years	$169,322

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

District of Columbia: $182,030.
California: $181,340.
Massachusetts: $178,920.

District of Columbia $182,030 California $181,340 Massachusetts $178,920 Washington $178,260 New Jersey $178,200 Alaska $177,970 Connecticut $175,700 New York $174,780

Hawaii $171,830 Rhode Island $170,450 Maryland $169,520 Minnesota $168,230 Colorado $167,740 Illinois $167,580 Oregon $166,950 Delaware $166,490

New Hampshire $166,200 Virginia $165,550 Pennsylvania $163,660 Nevada $162,710 North Dakota $162,400 Michigan $161,910 Wisconsin $161,720 Vermont $161,360

Texas $160,360 Maine $160,290 Arizona $160,200 Ohio $160,080 Georgia $158,570 Indiana $157,810 Wyoming $157,660 Utah $157,430

Iowa $157,330 Kansas $156,550 Louisiana $156,320 North Carolina $156,230 Missouri $156,200 Florida $155,560 Montana $155,210 Nebraska $154,890

Kentucky $154,700 South Carolina $154,050 Tennessee $153,640 Idaho $153,470 New Mexico $152,270 Oklahoma $152,010 Alabama $151,040 South Dakota $149,410

Arkansas $148,520 West Virginia $148,050 Mississippi $146,620

Top Paying Cities for Control Systems Engineer Vs

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: $172,310
Little Creek: $170,720
Magnolia: $171,420

Lincoln, DE $172,310 Little Creek, DE $170,720 Magnolia, DE $171,420 Milford, DE $172,310 Marydel, DE $170,080 Millsboro, DE $172,310 Millville, DE $173,460 Milton, DE $172,310

Nassau, DE $172,310 Ocean View, DE $173,460 Rehoboth Beach, DE $173,460 Seaford, DE $170,500 Selbyville, DE $173,460 Smyrna, DE $169,880 Viola, DE $171,420 Woodside, DE $170,930

Bear, DE $168,630 Newark, DE $168,690 Claymont, DE $168,830 Delaware City, DE $168,690 Hockessin, DE $168,830 Kirkwood, DE $168,690 Middletown, DE $169,530 Montchanin, DE $168,830

New Castle, DE $168,830 Odessa, DE $169,760 Port Penn, DE $168,230 Rockland, DE $168,830 Saint Georges, DE $168,690 Townsend, DE $169,520 Winterthur, DE $168,830 Lewes, DE $172,310

Wilmington, DE $168,830 Dover, DE $170,630 Dover Afb, DE $171,030 Bethany Beach, DE $173,460 Bethel, DE $170,500 Bridgeville, DE $172,310 Camden Wyoming, DE $170,820 Cheswold, DE $170,240

Clayton, DE $169,810 Dagsboro, DE $173,460 Delmar, DE $170,500 Ellendale, DE $172,310 Felton, DE $172,310 Fenwick Island, DE $173,460 Frankford, DE $173,460 Frederica, DE $172,310

Georgetown, DE $172,310 Greenwood, DE $172,310 Harbeson, DE $172,310 Harrington, DE $172,310 Hartly, DE $169,730 Houston, DE $172,310 Kenton, DE $169,810 Laurel, DE $170,500

Yorklyn, DE $168,830

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

Understanding how a Control Systems Engineer V'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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$155,740

Average $166,490/year

$181,160

$12,978

Average $13,874/month

$15,097

$2,995

Average $3,202/week

$3,484

$75

Average $80/hour

$87

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$181,160	$15,097	$3,484	$87
Average	$166,490	$13,874	$3,202	$80
25th Percentile	$155,740	$12,978	$2,995	$75

Control Systems Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Control Systems Engineer V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Automation Engineering Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $169,400 - a projected growth of 2% over your current level.

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