What are the main factors that influence a Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V'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 V?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V roles, with salaries approximately 30% 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: a QA/Validation Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $102,037, a QA/Validation Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $126,907, an Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $152,261, a QA/Validation Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $114,053, a QA/Validation Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $133,318,

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

Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V roles are District of Columbia $166,483, California $165,853, Massachusetts $163,643. 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; Software Quality Assurance Engineer V: $153,766; Quality Assurance Engineer V: $150,352; Quality Assurance Testing Model Manager: $131,650.

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Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V Salary in Delaware

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V in Delaware is $152,283 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $73.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $170,165
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $141,963 to $161,643
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $132,567

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Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,643	$13,470	$3,109	$78
Average	$152,283	$12,690	$2,929	$73
25th Percentile	$141,963	$11,830	$2,730	$68

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Key Factors That Influence Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V Salaries

A Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V'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 V'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:

QA/Validation Engineer III (4-7 years): $102,037
QA/Validation Engineer IV (7+ years): $126,907
Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V (7-10 years): $152,261
QA/Validation Engineering Supervisor (10+ years): $114,053
QA/Validation Engineering Manager (10+ years): $133,318

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
QA/Validation Engineer III	4-7 years	$102,037
QA/Validation Engineer IV	7+ years	$126,907
Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V	7-10 years	$152,261
QA/Validation Engineering Supervisor	10+ years	$114,053
QA/Validation Engineering Manager	10+ years	$133,318

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

District of Columbia: $166,483.
California: $165,853.
Massachusetts: $163,643.

District of Columbia $166,483 California $165,853 Massachusetts $163,643 Washington $163,043 New Jersey $162,983 Alaska $162,773 Connecticut $160,703 New York $159,853

Hawaii $157,163 Rhode Island $155,903 Maryland $155,043 Minnesota $153,873 Colorado $153,423 Illinois $153,273 Oregon $152,703 Delaware $152,283

New Hampshire $152,013 Virginia $151,423 Pennsylvania $149,693 Nevada $148,823 North Dakota $148,533 Michigan $148,083 Wisconsin $147,923 Vermont $147,593

Texas $146,673 Maine $146,613 Arizona $146,523 Ohio $146,413 Georgia $145,033 Indiana $144,343 Wyoming $144,203 Utah $143,993

Iowa $143,903 Kansas $143,183 Louisiana $142,973 North Carolina $142,893 Missouri $142,863 Florida $142,283 Montana $141,963 Nebraska $141,663

Kentucky $141,503 South Carolina $140,893 Tennessee $140,523 Idaho $140,373 New Mexico $139,273 Oklahoma $139,033 Alabama $138,143 South Dakota $136,653

Arkansas $135,843 West Virginia $135,413 Mississippi $134,103

Top Paying Cities for Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer Vs

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: $151,593
Little Creek: $152,703
Magnolia: $152,483

Lincoln, DE $151,593 Little Creek, DE $152,703 Magnolia, DE $152,483 Milford, DE $151,983 Marydel, DE $152,233 Millsboro, DE $150,953 Millville, DE $151,193 Milton, DE $151,453

Nassau, DE $151,563 Ocean View, DE $151,163 Rehoboth Beach, DE $151,453 Seaford, DE $151,543 Selbyville, DE $150,913 Smyrna, DE $152,813 Viola, DE $152,103 Woodside, DE $152,513

Bear, DE $152,163 Newark, DE $152,103 Claymont, DE $152,413 Delaware City, DE $152,253 Hockessin, DE $152,093 Kirkwood, DE $152,233 Middletown, DE $152,283 Montchanin, DE $152,123

New Castle, DE $152,153 Odessa, DE $152,363 Port Penn, DE $152,463 Rockland, DE $152,143 Saint Georges, DE $152,243 Townsend, DE $152,473 Winterthur, DE $152,163 Lewes, DE $151,513

Wilmington, DE $152,103 Dover, DE $152,703 Dover Afb, DE $151,903 Bethany Beach, DE $151,003 Bethel, DE $151,163 Bridgeville, DE $151,523 Camden Wyoming, DE $152,273 Cheswold, DE $152,653

Clayton, DE $152,663 Dagsboro, DE $150,903 Delmar, DE $150,663 Ellendale, DE $151,113 Felton, DE $151,963 Fenwick Island, DE $150,933 Frankford, DE $150,673 Frederica, DE $152,113

Georgetown, DE $150,843 Greenwood, DE $151,543 Harbeson, DE $151,003 Harrington, DE $151,773 Hartly, DE $152,243 Houston, DE $151,553 Kenton, DE $152,663 Laurel, DE $150,753

Yorklyn, DE $152,133

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

Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $170,472. While startup companies pay approximate $144,215.

Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$144,215
Growth Stage	51~500	$152,525
Established	501~5000	$164,621
Enterprise	5000+	$170,472

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

For Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 58% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Biotechnology sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$197,968	$95.0	30%
Biotechnology	$190,354	$92.0	25%
Pharmaceuticals	$182,740	$88.0	20%
Energy & Utilities	$175,125	$84.0	15%
Aerospace & Defense	$167,511	$81.0	10%

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

Understanding how a Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V'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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$141,963

Average $152,283/year

$161,643

$11,830

Average $12,690/month

$13,470

$2,730

Average $2,929/week

$3,109

$68

Average $73/hour

$78

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$161,643	$13,470	$3,109	$78
Average	$152,283	$12,690	$2,929	$73
25th Percentile	$141,963	$11,830	$2,730	$68

Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Quality Assurance Testing Model Engineer V, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the QA/Validation Engineering Supervisor role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $114,100 - a projected growth of -25% over your current level.

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