What are the main factors that influence a Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV'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 Testing and Methods Engineer IV?

The Healthcare industry offers the highest average compensation for Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Quality Testing and Methods Engineer 's salary?

A Quality Testing and Methods Engineer 's salary grows with experience: an Intermediate Quality Assurance Engineer (2-4 years)earns $90,215, a QA/Validation Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $102,039, a Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $126,901, an Expert/Consultant Level Quality Assurance Engineer (7-10 years)earns $152,260, a QA/Validation Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $114,054,

What are the highest paying states for a Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV?

Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV roles are District of Columbia $138,763, California $138,233, Massachusetts $136,393. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Quality Testing and Methods Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Quality Testing and Methods Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Quality Testing and Methods Engineering Director: $195,990; Quality Testing and Methods Engineering Senior Manager: $160,590; Quality Testing and Methods Engineer V: $150,341; Quality Testing and Methods Engineering Manager: $131,690; Software Testing and Quality Engineer IV: $131,460.

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Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV Salary in Delaware

How much does a Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV in Delaware is $126,923 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $61.

However, a Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $140,907
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $117,033 to $134,243
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $108,029

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Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,243	$11,187	$2,582	$65
Average	$126,923	$10,577	$2,441	$61
25th Percentile	$117,033	$9,753	$2,251	$56

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Key Factors That Influence Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV Salaries

A Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV'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 Testing and Methods Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV'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:

Intermediate Quality Assurance Engineer (2-4 years): $90,215
QA/Validation Engineer III (4-7 years): $102,039
Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV (7+ years): $126,901
Expert/Consultant Level Quality Assurance Engineer (7-10 years): $152,260
QA/Validation Engineering Supervisor (10+ years): $114,054

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Intermediate Quality Assurance Engineer	2-4 years	$90,215
QA/Validation Engineer III	4-7 years	$102,039
Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV	7+ years	$126,901
Expert/Consultant Level Quality Assurance Engineer	7-10 years	$152,260
QA/Validation Engineering Supervisor	10+ years	$114,054

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How Do Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV 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 Testing and Methods Engineer IVs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $138,763.
California: $138,233.
Massachusetts: $136,393.

District of Columbia $138,763 California $138,233 Massachusetts $136,393 Washington $135,893 New Jersey $135,843 Alaska $135,663 Connecticut $133,933 New York $133,233

Hawaii $130,993 Rhode Island $129,943 Maryland $129,223 Minnesota $128,243 Colorado $127,873 Illinois $127,743 Oregon $127,273 Delaware $126,923

New Hampshire $126,703 Virginia $126,203 Pennsylvania $124,763 Nevada $124,033 North Dakota $123,803 Michigan $123,423 Wisconsin $123,283 Vermont $123,013

Texas $122,243 Maine $122,193 Arizona $122,123 Ohio $122,033 Georgia $120,883 Indiana $120,303 Wyoming $120,193 Utah $120,013

Iowa $119,943 Kansas $119,343 Louisiana $119,163 North Carolina $119,103 Missouri $119,073 Florida $118,583 Montana $118,323 Nebraska $118,073

Kentucky $117,933 South Carolina $117,433 Tennessee $117,123 Idaho $116,993 New Mexico $116,083 Oklahoma $115,883 Alabama $115,143 South Dakota $113,903

Arkansas $113,223 West Virginia $112,863 Mississippi $111,773

Top Paying Cities for Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IVs

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: $126,353
Little Creek: $127,273
Magnolia: $127,093

Lincoln, DE $126,353 Little Creek, DE $127,273 Magnolia, DE $127,093 Milford, DE $126,673 Marydel, DE $126,873 Millsboro, DE $125,813 Millville, DE $126,013 Milton, DE $126,233

Nassau, DE $126,323 Ocean View, DE $125,993 Rehoboth Beach, DE $126,233 Seaford, DE $126,303 Selbyville, DE $125,783 Smyrna, DE $127,363 Viola, DE $126,773 Woodside, DE $127,113

Bear, DE $126,823 Newark, DE $126,773 Claymont, DE $127,033 Delaware City, DE $126,903 Hockessin, DE $126,763 Kirkwood, DE $126,873 Middletown, DE $126,923 Montchanin, DE $126,793

New Castle, DE $126,813 Odessa, DE $126,993 Port Penn, DE $127,073 Rockland, DE $126,803 Saint Georges, DE $126,883 Townsend, DE $127,083 Winterthur, DE $126,823 Lewes, DE $126,283

Wilmington, DE $126,773 Dover, DE $127,273 Dover Afb, DE $126,603 Bethany Beach, DE $125,863 Bethel, DE $125,993 Bridgeville, DE $126,283 Camden Wyoming, DE $126,913 Cheswold, DE $127,233

Clayton, DE $127,233 Dagsboro, DE $125,773 Delmar, DE $125,573 Ellendale, DE $125,953 Felton, DE $126,663 Fenwick Island, DE $125,793 Frankford, DE $125,583 Frederica, DE $126,783

Georgetown, DE $125,723 Greenwood, DE $126,303 Harbeson, DE $125,853 Harrington, DE $126,503 Hartly, DE $126,893 Houston, DE $126,313 Kenton, DE $127,243 Laurel, DE $125,643

Yorklyn, DE $126,803

Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $141,962. While startup companies pay approximate $120,058.

Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$120,058
Growth Stage	51~500	$126,980
Established	501~5000	$137,092
Enterprise	5000+	$141,962

Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Healthcare and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Quality Testing and Methods Engineer positions in Hospitality & Leisure or MFG Nondurable typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Healthcare	$177,692	$85.0	40%
Aerospace & Defense	$165,000	$79.0	30%
Pharmaceuticals	$165,000	$79.0	30%
Financial Services	$152,308	$73.0	20%
Software & Networking	$152,308	$73.0	20%

Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV'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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$117,033

Average $126,923/year

$134,243

$9,753

Average $10,577/month

$11,187

$2,251

Average $2,441/week

$2,582

$56

Average $61/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$134,243	$11,187	$2,582	$65
Average	$126,923	$10,577	$2,441	$61
25th Percentile	$117,033	$9,753	$2,251	$56

Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV Salary Growth & Career Path

Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV

Expert/Consultant Level Quality Assurance Engineer

QA/Validation Engineering Supervisor

For a Quality Testing and Methods Engineer IV, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Expert/Consultant Level Quality Assurance Engineer role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $152,300 - a projected growth of 20% over your current level.

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