What are the main factors that influence a Lead Test Pilot's salary?

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

How does experience change A Lead Test Pilot's salary?

A Lead Test Pilot's salary grows with experience: a Test Pilot (4-7 years)earns $130,538, a Senior Test Pilot (7+ years)earns $152,024, a Lead Test Pilot (7-10 years)earns $171,886, a Test Pilot Manager (10+ years)earns $196,481, a Test Pilot Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $221,972,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Test Pilot?

Lead Test Pilot salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Test Pilot roles are District of Columbia $187,925, California $187,212, Massachusetts $184,717. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Test Pilot roles make?

Salaries for Lead Test Pilot level roles vary by specialization: Test Pilot Manager: $194,017; Lead Engineering Test Pilot: $169,800; Lead Maintenance Test Pilot: $169,730; Engineering Senior Test Pilot: $150,200; Maintenance Senior Test Pilot: $150,120.

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Lead Test Pilot Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Test Pilot make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Test Pilot in Delaware is $171,886 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $83.

However, a Lead Test Pilot's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $197,573
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $157,427 to $185,331
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $144,264

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Lead Test Pilot Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$185,331	$15,444	$3,564	$89
Average	$171,886	$14,324	$3,305	$83
25th Percentile	$157,427	$13,119	$3,027	$76

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Test Pilot Salaries

A Lead Test Pilot'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 Lead Test Pilot Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Test Pilot'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:

Test Pilot (4-7 years): $130,538
Senior Test Pilot (7+ years): $152,024
Lead Test Pilot (7-10 years): $171,886
Test Pilot Manager (10+ years): $196,481
Test Pilot Senior Manager (10+ years): $221,972

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Test Pilot	4-7 years	$130,538
Senior Test Pilot	7+ years	$152,024
Lead Test Pilot	7-10 years	$171,886
Test Pilot Manager	10+ years	$196,481
Test Pilot Senior Manager	10+ years	$221,972

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How Do Lead Test Pilot 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 Lead Test Pilots. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $187,925.
California: $187,212.
Massachusetts: $184,717.

District of Columbia $187,925 California $187,212 Massachusetts $184,717 Washington $184,038 New Jersey $183,970 Alaska $183,733 Connecticut $181,390 New York $180,440

Hawaii $177,402 Rhode Island $175,976 Maryland $175,009 Minnesota $173,685 Colorado $173,176 Illinois $173,006 Oregon $172,361 Delaware $171,886

New Hampshire $171,587 Virginia $170,918 Pennsylvania $168,966 Nevada $167,982 North Dakota $167,659 Michigan $167,150 Wisconsin $166,963 Vermont $166,590

Texas $165,555 Maine $165,487 Arizona $165,385 Ohio $165,266 Georgia $163,705 Indiana $162,924 Wyoming $162,771 Utah $162,533

Iowa $162,432 Kansas $161,617 Louisiana $161,379 North Carolina $161,294 Missouri $161,260 Florida $160,599 Montana $160,242 Nebraska $159,903

Kentucky $159,716 South Carolina $159,037 Tennessee $158,613 Idaho $158,443 New Mexico $157,204 Oklahoma $156,932 Alabama $155,931 South Dakota $154,251

Arkansas $153,334 West Virginia $152,842 Mississippi $151,365

Top Paying Cities for Lead Test Pilots

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: $171,112
Little Creek: $172,364
Magnolia: $172,116

Lincoln, DE $171,112 Little Creek, DE $172,364 Magnolia, DE $172,116 Milford, DE $171,546 Marydel, DE $171,828 Millsboro, DE $170,394 Millville, DE $170,657 Milton, DE $170,952

Nassau, DE $171,076 Ocean View, DE $170,628 Rehoboth Beach, DE $170,955 Seaford, DE $171,052 Selbyville, DE $170,344 Smyrna, DE $172,483 Viola, DE $171,689 Woodside, DE $172,150

Bear, DE $171,753 Newark, DE $171,689 Claymont, DE $172,040 Delaware City, DE $171,860 Hockessin, DE $171,673 Kirkwood, DE $171,828 Middletown, DE $171,894 Montchanin, DE $171,712

New Castle, DE $171,738 Odessa, DE $171,979 Port Penn, DE $172,094 Rockland, DE $171,729 Saint Georges, DE $171,840 Townsend, DE $172,105 Winterthur, DE $171,750 Lewes, DE $171,018

Wilmington, DE $171,682 Dover, DE $172,364 Dover Afb, DE $171,456 Bethany Beach, DE $170,448 Bethel, DE $170,624 Bridgeville, DE $171,027 Camden Wyoming, DE $171,879 Cheswold, DE $172,308

Clayton, DE $172,313 Dagsboro, DE $170,329 Delmar, DE $170,056 Ellendale, DE $170,572 Felton, DE $171,533 Fenwick Island, DE $170,366 Frankford, DE $170,069 Frederica, DE $171,702

Georgetown, DE $170,265 Greenwood, DE $171,054 Harbeson, DE $170,446 Harrington, DE $171,315 Hartly, DE $171,848 Houston, DE $171,071 Kenton, DE $172,322 Laurel, DE $170,163

Yorklyn, DE $171,724

Lead Test Pilot Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Test Pilot'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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$157,427

Average $171,886/year

$185,331

$13,119

Average $14,324/month

$15,444

$3,027

Average $3,305/week

$3,564

$76

Average $83/hour

$89

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$185,331	$15,444	$3,564	$89
Average	$171,886	$14,324	$3,305	$83
25th Percentile	$157,427	$13,119	$3,027	$76

Lead Test Pilot Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Lead Test Pilot, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Test Pilot Manager role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $196,481 - a projected growth of 14% over your current level.

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