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

A Control Systems Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a Control Systems Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $118,946, a Control Systems Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $135,204, a Control Systems Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $165,368, a Automation Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $182,013, a Control Systems Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $185,093,

What are the highest paying states for a Control Systems Engineering Manager?

Control Systems Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Control Systems Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $185,100, California $184,400, Massachusetts $181,940. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Control Systems Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Control Systems Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Control & Instrument Engineering Manager: $167,172; Control Systems Engineer V: $164,390; Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager: $163,477; Electronic Systems Engineering Manager, Sr.: $155,100; Electronic Systems Engineering Manager: $138,600.

Control Systems Engineering Manager Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Control Systems Engineering Manager make in District of Columbia?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Control Systems Engineering Manager in District of Columbia is $185,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $89.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $225,410
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $175,480 to $206,200
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $166,721

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Control Systems Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$206,200	$17,183	$3,965	$99
Average	$185,100	$15,425	$3,560	$89
25th Percentile	$175,480	$14,623	$3,375	$84

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Key Factors That Influence Control Systems Engineering Manager Salaries

A Control Systems 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 Control Systems Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Control Systems 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:

Control Systems Engineer II (2-4 years): $118,946
Control Systems Engineer III (4-7 years): $135,204
Control Systems Engineer IV (7+ years): $165,368
Automation Engineer V (7-10 years): $182,013
Control Systems Engineering Manager (10+ years): $185,093

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Control Systems Engineer II	2-4 years	$118,946
Control Systems Engineer III	4-7 years	$135,204
Control Systems Engineer IV	7+ years	$165,368
Automation Engineer V	7-10 years	$182,013
Control Systems Engineering Manager	10+ years	$185,093

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

District of Columbia: $185,100.
California: $184,400.
Massachusetts: $181,940.

District of Columbia $185,100 California $184,400 Massachusetts $181,940 Washington $181,270 New Jersey $181,200 Alaska $180,970 Connecticut $178,660 New York $177,730

Hawaii $174,730 Rhode Island $173,330 Maryland $172,380 Minnesota $171,070 Colorado $170,570 Illinois $170,400 Oregon $169,770 Delaware $169,300

New Hampshire $169,010 Virginia $168,350 Pennsylvania $166,420 Nevada $165,460 North Dakota $165,140 Michigan $164,640 Wisconsin $164,450 Vermont $164,080

Texas $163,060 Maine $163,000 Arizona $162,900 Ohio $162,780 Georgia $161,240 Indiana $160,470 Wyoming $160,320 Utah $160,090

Iowa $159,990 Kansas $159,190 Louisiana $158,950 North Carolina $158,870 Missouri $158,840 Florida $158,180 Montana $157,830 Nebraska $157,500

Kentucky $157,310 South Carolina $156,650 Tennessee $156,230 Idaho $156,060 New Mexico $154,840 Oklahoma $154,570 Alabama $153,590 South Dakota $151,930

Arkansas $151,030 West Virginia $150,540 Mississippi $149,090

Top Paying Cities for Control Systems 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:

Parcel Return Service: $185,100
Washington: $185,100
Naval Anacost Annex: $185,100

Parcel Return Service, DC $185,100 Washington, DC $185,100 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $185,100 Washington Navy Yard, DC $185,100

Control Systems Engineering Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Control Systems 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.

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$175,480

Average $185,100/year

$206,200

$14,623

Average $15,425/month

$17,183

$3,375

Average $3,560/week

$3,965

$84

Average $89/hour

$99

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$206,200	$17,183	$3,965	$99
Average	$185,100	$15,425	$3,560	$89
25th Percentile	$175,480	$14,623	$3,375	$84

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