What are the main factors that influence a Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III?

The Aerospace & Defense industry offers the highest average compensation for Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III roles, with salaries approximately 50% above the market median.

How does experience change A Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer 's salary?

A Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer 's salary grows with experience: an Entry Quality Assurance Engineer (0-2 years)earns $76,648, an Intermediate Quality Assurance Engineer (2-4 years)earns $90,213, a Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $102,037, a QA/Validation Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $126,907, an Expert/Consultant Level Quality Assurance Engineer (7-10 years)earns $152,261,

What are the highest paying states for a Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III?

Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III roles are District of Columbia $111,560, California $111,140, Massachusetts $109,660. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Quality Assurance Testing Model Director: $195,930; Quality Assurance Testing Model Manager, Senior: $160,510; Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V: $150,373; Quality Assurance Testing Model Manager: $131,650; Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer IV: $125,390.

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Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III Salary in Delaware

How much does a Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III in Delaware is $102,040 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $49.

However, a Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $118,795
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $94,360 to $110,810
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $87,368

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Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,810	$9,234	$2,131	$53
Average	$102,040	$8,503	$1,962	$49
25th Percentile	$94,360	$7,863	$1,815	$45

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Key Factors That Influence Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III Salaries

A Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III'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 Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III'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:

Entry Quality Assurance Engineer (0-2 years): $76,648
Intermediate Quality Assurance Engineer (2-4 years): $90,213
Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III (4-7 years): $102,037
QA/Validation Engineer IV (7+ years): $126,907
Expert/Consultant Level Quality Assurance Engineer (7-10 years): $152,261

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Entry Quality Assurance Engineer	0-2 years	$76,648
Intermediate Quality Assurance Engineer	2-4 years	$90,213
Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III	4-7 years	$102,037
QA/Validation Engineer IV	7+ years	$126,907
Expert/Consultant Level Quality Assurance Engineer	7-10 years	$152,261

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How Do Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III 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 Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer IIIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $111,560.
California: $111,140.
Massachusetts: $109,660.

District of Columbia $111,560 California $111,140 Massachusetts $109,660 Washington $109,260 New Jersey $109,220 Alaska $109,070 Connecticut $107,680 New York $107,120

Hawaii $105,320 Rhode Island $104,470 Maryland $103,900 Minnesota $103,110 Colorado $102,810 Illinois $102,710 Oregon $102,320 Delaware $102,040

New Hampshire $101,860 Virginia $101,470 Pennsylvania $100,310 Nevada $99,720 North Dakota $99,530 Michigan $99,230 Wisconsin $99,120 Vermont $98,900

Texas $98,280 Maine $98,240 Arizona $98,180 Ohio $98,110 Georgia $97,190 Indiana $96,720 Wyoming $96,630 Utah $96,490

Iowa $96,430 Kansas $95,950 Louisiana $95,800 North Carolina $95,750 Missouri $95,730 Florida $95,340 Montana $95,130 Nebraska $94,930

Kentucky $94,820 South Carolina $94,410 Tennessee $94,160 Idaho $94,060 New Mexico $93,330 Oklahoma $93,160 Alabama $92,570 South Dakota $91,570

Arkansas $91,030 West Virginia $90,740 Mississippi $89,860

Top Paying Cities for Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer IIIs

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:

Lincoln: $101,580
Little Creek: $102,330
Magnolia: $102,180

Lincoln, DE $101,580 Little Creek, DE $102,330 Magnolia, DE $102,180 Milford, DE $101,840 Marydel, DE $102,010 Millsboro, DE $101,160 Millville, DE $101,310 Milton, DE $101,490

Nassau, DE $101,560 Ocean View, DE $101,300 Rehoboth Beach, DE $101,490 Seaford, DE $101,550 Selbyville, DE $101,130 Smyrna, DE $102,400 Viola, DE $101,920 Woodside, DE $102,200

Bear, DE $101,960 Newark, DE $101,920 Claymont, DE $102,130 Delaware City, DE $102,030 Hockessin, DE $101,920 Kirkwood, DE $102,010 Middletown, DE $102,050 Montchanin, DE $101,940

New Castle, DE $101,950 Odessa, DE $102,100 Port Penn, DE $102,170 Rockland, DE $101,950 Saint Georges, DE $102,010 Townsend, DE $102,170 Winterthur, DE $101,960 Lewes, DE $101,530

Wilmington, DE $101,920 Dover, DE $102,330 Dover Afb, DE $101,790 Bethany Beach, DE $101,190 Bethel, DE $101,290 Bridgeville, DE $101,530 Camden Wyoming, DE $102,040 Cheswold, DE $102,290

Clayton, DE $102,300 Dagsboro, DE $101,120 Delmar, DE $100,960 Ellendale, DE $101,260 Felton, DE $101,830 Fenwick Island, DE $101,140 Frankford, DE $100,960 Frederica, DE $101,930

Georgetown, DE $101,080 Greenwood, DE $101,550 Harbeson, DE $101,190 Harrington, DE $101,700 Hartly, DE $102,020 Houston, DE $101,560 Kenton, DE $102,300 Laurel, DE $101,020

Yorklyn, DE $101,950

Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $114,228. While startup companies pay approximate $96,634.

Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$96,634
Growth Stage	51~500	$102,202
Established	501~5000	$110,307
Enterprise	5000+	$114,228

Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 100% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 50% above the average. In contrast, Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer positions in Transportation or Telecom typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industry for a Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense	$153,060	$74.0	50%

Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III'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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$94,360

Average $102,040/year

$110,810

$7,863

Average $8,503/month

$9,234

$1,815

Average $1,962/week

$2,131

$45

Average $49/hour

$53

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$110,810	$9,234	$2,131	$53
Average	$102,040	$8,503	$1,962	$49
25th Percentile	$94,360	$7,863	$1,815	$45

Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer III, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the QA/Validation Engineer IV role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $127,000 - a projected growth of 24% over your current level.

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