What are the main factors that influence a CAE Designer II'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 CAE Designer II?

The Energy & Utilities industry offers the highest average compensation for CAE Designer II roles, with salaries approximately 25% above the market median.

How does experience change A CAE Designer 's salary?

A CAE Designer 's salary grows with experience: a CAE Designer I (0-2 years)earns $74,282, a CAE Designer II (2-4 years)earns $83,494, a CAE Designer III (4-7 years)earns $115,115, a CAE Designer IV (7+ years)earns $132,863, a CAE Designer V (7-10 years)earns $151,438,

What are the highest paying states for a CAE Designer II?

CAE Designer II salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for CAE Designer II roles are District of Columbia $91,285, California $90,939, Massachusetts $89,727. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of CAE Designer roles make?

Salaries for CAE Designer level roles vary by specialization: CAE Designer VI: $199,548; CAE Designer V: $149,539; CAE Designer IV: $131,197; CAE Services Supervisor II: $119,300; CAE Design Supervisor II: $119,281.

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CAE Designer II Salary in Delaware

How much does a CAE Designer II make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a CAE Designer II in Delaware is $83,494 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, a CAE Designer II's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $95,151
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $74,689 to $89,596
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,672

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CAE Designer II Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,596	$7,466	$1,723	$43
Average	$83,494	$6,958	$1,606	$40
25th Percentile	$74,689	$6,224	$1,436	$36

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Key Factors That Influence CAE Designer II Salaries

A CAE Designer II'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 CAE Designer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a CAE Designer II'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:

CAE Designer I (0-2 years): $74,282
CAE Designer II (2-4 years): $83,494
CAE Designer III (4-7 years): $115,115
CAE Designer IV (7+ years): $132,863
CAE Designer V (7-10 years): $151,438

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
CAE Designer I	0-2 years	$74,282
CAE Designer II	2-4 years	$83,494
CAE Designer III	4-7 years	$115,115
CAE Designer IV	7+ years	$132,863
CAE Designer V	7-10 years	$151,438

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How Do CAE Designer II 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 CAE Designer IIs. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $91,285.
California: $90,939.
Massachusetts: $89,727.

District of Columbia $91,285 California $90,939 Massachusetts $89,727 Washington $89,397 New Jersey $89,364 Alaska $89,249 Connecticut $88,111 New York $87,649

Hawaii $86,174 Rhode Island $85,481 Maryland $85,011 Minnesota $84,368 Colorado $84,121 Illinois $84,038 Oregon $83,725 Delaware $83,494

New Hampshire $83,349 Virginia $83,024 Pennsylvania $82,076 Nevada $81,598 North Dakota $81,441 Michigan $81,194 Wisconsin $81,103 Vermont $80,922

Texas $80,419 Maine $80,386 Arizona $80,336 Ohio $80,279 Georgia $79,520 Indiana $79,141 Wyoming $79,067 Utah $78,951

Iowa $78,902 Kansas $78,506 Louisiana $78,391 North Carolina $78,349 Missouri $78,333 Florida $78,011 Montana $77,838 Nebraska $77,673

Kentucky $77,583 South Carolina $77,253 Tennessee $77,047 Idaho $76,964 New Mexico $76,362 Oklahoma $76,230 Alabama $75,744 South Dakota $74,928

Arkansas $74,483 West Virginia $74,244 Mississippi $73,526

Top Paying Cities for CAE Designer IIs

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: $83,118
Little Creek: $83,727
Magnolia: $83,606

Lincoln, DE $83,118 Little Creek, DE $83,727 Magnolia, DE $83,606 Milford, DE $83,329 Marydel, DE $83,466 Millsboro, DE $82,769 Millville, DE $82,897 Milton, DE $83,041

Nassau, DE $83,101 Ocean View, DE $82,883 Rehoboth Beach, DE $83,042 Seaford, DE $83,089 Selbyville, DE $82,745 Smyrna, DE $83,784 Viola, DE $83,398 Woodside, DE $83,623

Bear, DE $83,430 Newark, DE $83,398 Claymont, DE $83,569 Delaware City, DE $83,482 Hockessin, DE $83,391 Kirkwood, DE $83,466 Middletown, DE $83,498 Montchanin, DE $83,410

New Castle, DE $83,422 Odessa, DE $83,539 Port Penn, DE $83,595 Rockland, DE $83,418 Saint Georges, DE $83,472 Townsend, DE $83,600 Winterthur, DE $83,428 Lewes, DE $83,073

Wilmington, DE $83,395 Dover, DE $83,727 Dover Afb, DE $83,285 Bethany Beach, DE $82,796 Bethel, DE $82,881 Bridgeville, DE $83,077 Camden Wyoming, DE $83,491 Cheswold, DE $83,699

Clayton, DE $83,702 Dagsboro, DE $82,738 Delmar, DE $82,605 Ellendale, DE $82,856 Felton, DE $83,323 Fenwick Island, DE $82,756 Frankford, DE $82,612 Frederica, DE $83,405

Georgetown, DE $82,707 Greenwood, DE $83,090 Harbeson, DE $82,795 Harrington, DE $83,217 Hartly, DE $83,476 Houston, DE $83,098 Kenton, DE $83,706 Laurel, DE $82,657

Yorklyn, DE $83,416

CAE Designer II Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

CAE Designer II salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $93,387. While startup companies pay approximate $78,978.

CAE Designer II Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$78,978
Growth Stage	51~500	$83,531
Established	501~5000	$90,183
Enterprise	5000+	$93,387

CAE Designer II Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For CAE Designer II roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 55% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Energy & Utilities and Aerospace & Defense sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 25% above the average. In contrast, CAE Designer positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Media typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view CAE Designer II as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a CAE Designer II

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Energy & Utilities	$104,368	$50.0	25%
Aerospace & Defense	$100,193	$48.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$100,193	$48.0	20%
Financial Services	$96,018	$46.0	15%
Insurance	$96,018	$46.0	15%

CAE Designer II Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a CAE Designer II'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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$74,689

Average $83,494/year

$89,596

$6,224

Average $6,958/month

$7,466

$1,436

Average $1,606/week

$1,723

$36

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$89,596	$7,466	$1,723	$43
Average	$83,494	$6,958	$1,606	$40
25th Percentile	$74,689	$6,224	$1,436	$36

CAE Designer II Salary Growth & Career Path

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