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 $118,980, a Control Systems Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $135,247, a Control Systems Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $165,443, a Automation Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $182,044, a Control Systems Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $185,191,

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 $185,200, California $184,490, Massachusetts $182,040. 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: $167,261; Control Systems Engineer V: $164,420; Guidance, Navigation & Control Engineering Manager: $163,487; Electronic Systems Engineering Manager, Sr.: $155,100; Electronic Systems Engineering Manager: $138,500.

Control Systems Engineering Manager Salary in District of Columbia

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

As of June 01, 2026, the average salary for a Control Systems Engineering Manager in District of Columbia is $185,200 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): $225,262
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $175,440 to $206,170
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $166,554

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Control Systems Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$206,170	$17,181	$3,965	$99
Average	$185,200	$15,433	$3,562	$89
25th Percentile	$175,440	$14,620	$3,374	$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): $118,980
Control Systems Engineer III (4-7 years): $135,247
Control Systems Engineer IV (7+ years): $165,443
Automation Engineer V (7-10 years): $182,044
Control Systems Engineering Manager (10+ years): $185,191

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Control Systems Engineer II	2-4 years	$118,980
Control Systems Engineer III	4-7 years	$135,247
Control Systems Engineer IV	7+ years	$165,443
Automation Engineer V	7-10 years	$182,044
Control Systems Engineering Manager	10+ years	$185,191

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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: $185,200.
California: $184,490.
Massachusetts: $182,040.

District of Columbia $185,200 California $184,490 Massachusetts $182,040 Washington $181,370 New Jersey $181,300 Alaska $181,070 Connecticut $178,760 New York $177,820

Hawaii $174,830 Rhode Island $173,420 Maryland $172,470 Minnesota $171,160 Colorado $170,660 Illinois $170,490 Oregon $169,860 Delaware $169,390

New Hampshire $169,100 Virginia $168,440 Pennsylvania $166,510 Nevada $165,540 North Dakota $165,230 Michigan $164,720 Wisconsin $164,540 Vermont $164,170

Texas $163,150 Maine $163,080 Arizona $162,980 Ohio $162,870 Georgia $161,330 Indiana $160,560 Wyoming $160,410 Utah $160,170

Iowa $160,070 Kansas $159,270 Louisiana $159,040 North Carolina $158,950 Missouri $158,920 Florida $158,270 Montana $157,920 Nebraska $157,580

Kentucky $157,400 South Carolina $156,730 Tennessee $156,310 Idaho $156,140 New Mexico $154,920 Oklahoma $154,650 Alabama $153,670 South Dakota $152,010

Arkansas $151,110 West Virginia $150,620 Mississippi $149,170

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: $184,190
Washington: $184,190
Naval Anacost Annex: $184,180

Parcel Return Service, DC $184,190 Washington, DC $184,190 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $184,180 Washington Navy Yard, DC $184,190

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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$175,440

Average $185,200/year

$206,170

$14,620

Average $15,433/month

$17,181

$3,374

Average $3,562/week

$3,965

$84

Average $89/hour

$99

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$206,170	$17,181	$3,965	$99
Average	$185,200	$15,433	$3,562	$89
25th Percentile	$175,440	$14,620	$3,374	$84

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