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As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Maintenance Test Pilot Manager in California is $214,100 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $103.
However, a Maintenance Test Pilot Manager's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:
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Maintenance Test Pilot Manager Salaries by Percentile
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $226,660 | $18,888 | $4,359 | $109 |
| Average | $214,100 | $17,842 | $4,117 | $103 |
| 25th Percentile | $198,690 | $16,558 | $3,821 | $96 |
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A Maintenance Test Pilot 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.
Experience is a primary driver of a Maintenance Test Pilot 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:
| Job Role | Years of Experience | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Test Pilot | 4-7 years | $142,220 |
| Engineering Senior Test Pilot | 7+ years | $165,623 |
| Lead Engineering Test Pilot | 7-10 years | $187,222 |
| Maintenance Test Pilot Manager | 10+ years | $214,092 |
| Engineering Test Pilot Senior Manager | 10+ years | $241,890 |
What Am I Worth?
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 Maintenance Test Pilot Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:
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:
Maintenance Test Pilot Manager salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $240,390. While startup companies pay approximate $203,414.
| Company Size | Employees | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | 1~50 | $203,414 |
| Growth Stage | 51~500 | $215,076 |
| Established | 501~5000 | $232,156 |
| Enterprise | 5000+ | $240,390 |
For Maintenance Test Pilot Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 70% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and MFG Durable sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Maintenance Test Pilot Manager positions in Aerospace & Defense or Transportation typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Maintenance Test Pilot Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.
| Industry Sector | Average Annual Salary | Average Hourly Rate | Pay vs.Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Software & Networking | $299,740 | $144.0 | 40% |
| MFG Durable | $235,510 | $113.0 | 10% |
Understanding how a Maintenance Test Pilot 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.
| Annual Salary | Monthly Pay | Weekly Pay | Hourly Wage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 75th Percentile | $226,660 | $18,888 | $4,359 | $109 |
| Average | $214,100 | $17,842 | $4,117 | $103 |
| 25th Percentile | $198,690 | $16,558 | $3,821 | $96 |
For a Maintenance Test Pilot Manager, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Engineering Test Pilot Senior Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $241,900 - a projected growth of 13% over your current level.
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