What are the main factors that influence a General Engineering Support Technician - Entry's salary?

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

How does experience change A General Engineering Support Technician - Entry's salary?

A General Engineering Support Technician - Entry's salary grows with experience: an General Engineering Support Technician - Entry (0-1 years)earns $58,511, an Engineering Support Aide II (1-3 years)earns $65,624, an Engineering Support Aide III (3-5 years)earns $79,514,

What are the highest paying states for a General Engineering Support Technician - Entry?

General Engineering Support Technician - Entry salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for General Engineering Support Technician - Entry roles are District of Columbia $58,520, California $58,290, Massachusetts $57,520. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of General Engineering Support Technician - Entry roles make?

Salaries for General Engineering Support Technician - Entry level roles vary by specialization: Desktop Systems Support Technician-Entry: $71,900; General Engineering Support Technician - Senior: $71,820; General Engineering Support Technician - Experienced: $59,270; Entry Electrical Engineering Technician: $55,190; Entry Civil Engineering Technician: $53,960.

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General Engineering Support Technician - Entry Salary in District of Columbia

Q: What industry pays the highest salary for General Engineering Support Technician - Entry?

The Insurance industry offers the highest average compensation for General Engineering Support Technician - Entry roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How much does a General Engineering Support Technician - Entry make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a General Engineering Support Technician - Entry in District of Columbia is $58,520 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $28.

However, a General Engineering Support Technician - Entry's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $67,690
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $53,380 to $63,320
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $48,700

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General Engineering Support Technician - Entry Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,320	$5,277	$1,218	$30
Average	$58,520	$4,877	$1,125	$28
25th Percentile	$53,380	$4,448	$1,027	$26

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Key Factors That Influence General Engineering Support Technician - Entry Salaries

A General Engineering Support Technician - Entry'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 General Engineering Support Technician - Entry Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a General Engineering Support Technician - Entry'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:

General Engineering Support Technician - Entry (0-1 years): $58,511
Engineering Support Aide II (1-3 years): $65,624
Engineering Support Aide III (3-5 years): $79,514

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
General Engineering Support Technician - Entry	0-1 years	$58,511
Engineering Support Aide II	1-3 years	$65,624
Engineering Support Aide III	3-5 years	$79,514

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How Do General Engineering Support Technician - Entry 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 General Engineering Support Technician - Entries. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $58,520.
California: $58,290.
Massachusetts: $57,520.

District of Columbia $58,520 California $58,290 Massachusetts $57,520 Washington $57,310 New Jersey $57,280 Alaska $57,210 Connecticut $56,480 New York $56,190

Hawaii $55,240 Rhode Island $54,800 Maryland $54,490 Minnesota $54,080 Colorado $53,920 Illinois $53,870 Oregon $53,670 Delaware $53,520

New Hampshire $53,430 Virginia $53,220 Pennsylvania $52,610 Nevada $52,310 North Dakota $52,210 Michigan $52,050 Wisconsin $51,990 Vermont $51,870

Texas $51,550 Maine $51,530 Arizona $51,500 Ohio $51,460 Georgia $50,970 Indiana $50,730 Wyoming $50,680 Utah $50,610

Iowa $50,580 Kansas $50,320 Louisiana $50,250 North Carolina $50,220 Missouri $50,210 Florida $50,010 Montana $49,900 Nebraska $49,790

Kentucky $49,730 South Carolina $49,520 Tennessee $49,390 Idaho $49,340 New Mexico $48,950 Oklahoma $48,870 Alabama $48,550 South Dakota $48,030

Arkansas $47,750 West Virginia $47,590 Mississippi $47,130

Top Paying Cities for General Engineering Support Technician - Entries

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: $58,200
Washington: $58,200
Naval Anacost Annex: $58,200

Parcel Return Service, DC $58,200 Washington, DC $58,200 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $58,200 Washington Navy Yard, DC $58,200

General Engineering Support Technician - Entry Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

General Engineering Support Technician - Entry salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $65,454. While startup companies pay approximate $55,355.

General Engineering Support Technician - Entry Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$55,355
Growth Stage	51~500	$58,546
Established	501~5000	$63,208
Enterprise	5000+	$65,454

General Engineering Support Technician - Entry Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For General Engineering Support Technician - Entry roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 50% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Insurance and Energy & Utilities sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, General Engineering Support Technician - Entry positions in Retail & Wholesale or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view General Engineering Support Technician - Entry as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a General Engineering Support Technician - Entry

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Insurance	$73,150	$35.0	25%
Energy & Utilities	$70,224	$34.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$70,224	$34.0	20%
Biotechnology	$67,298	$32.0	15%
Software & Networking	$67,298	$32.0	15%

General Engineering Support Technician - Entry Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a General Engineering Support Technician - Entry'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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$53,380

Average $58,520/year

$63,320

$4,448

Average $4,877/month

$5,277

$1,027

Average $1,125/week

$1,218

$26

Average $28/hour

$30

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$63,320	$5,277	$1,218	$30
Average	$58,520	$4,877	$1,125	$28
25th Percentile	$53,380	$4,448	$1,027	$26

General Engineering Support Technician - Entry Salary Growth & Career Path

General Engineering Support Technician - Entry

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Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a General Engineering Support Technician - Entry, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

General Engineering Support Technician - Entry Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Aircraft Maintenance Engineering Manager	$141,200	141%
Aerospace Aviation Maintenance Engineering Manager	$142,100	143%
Engineering Support Aide II	$65,700	12%
Manager of Software Solutions Engineering	$141,000	141%

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