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How much does a Mechanical Systems Engineering Senior Manager make in the United States? The average Mechanical Systems Engineering Senior Manager salary in the United States is $184,780 as of May 28, 2024, but the range typically falls between $163,790 and $207,380. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Mechanical Systems Engineering Senior Manager Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Mechanical Systems Engineering Senior Manager Salary $144,680 US May 28, 2024
25th Percentile Mechanical Systems Engineering Senior Manager Salary $163,790 US May 28, 2024
50th Percentile Mechanical Systems Engineering Senior Manager Salary $184,780 US May 28, 2024
75th Percentile Mechanical Systems Engineering Senior Manager Salary $207,380 US May 28, 2024
90th Percentile Mechanical Systems Engineering Senior Manager Salary $227,956 US May 28, 2024
25% $163,790 10% $144,680 90% $227,956 75% $207,380 $184,780 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Mechanical Systems Engineering Senior Manager provides technical direction to team members in designing, developing, and testing mechanical systems or components. Manages the design and analysis of mechanical components and systems to meet specified requirements and standards. Being a Mechanical Systems Engineering Senior Manager oversees prototype testing to evaluate the performance, reliability, and safety of mechanical systems and reviews data and analysis to develop improvements. Utilizes CAD software and other design and modeling tools to plan, develop, and improve mechanical parts or components. In addition, Mechanical Systems Engineering Senior Manager manages engineering projects through their entire lifecycle, including cost and requirement analysis, scheduling, and coordinating activities with stakeholders. Establishes programs to support training, process improvements, and best practices and protocols. Leads initiatives with other departments to identify potential products and projects. Stays abreast of new technologies and processes and implements changes to improve the organization's mechanical engineering capabilities. Requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering. Typically reports to a director. The Mechanical Systems Engineering Senior Manager typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Working as a Mechanical Systems Engineering Senior Manager typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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