Hourly Wage for Telecommunications Engineer V Salary in the United States

What is the highest and lowest hourly pay for Telecommunications Engineer V?

As of March 01, 2026, the average hourly rate for a Telecommunications Engineer V in the United States is $74, which translates to an annual salary of about $154,651.

However, the hourly wage can vary significantly based on several factors. Here’s a detailed look at the typical pay range per hour:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $83 per hour
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $71 to $79 per hour
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68 per hour
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Telecommunications Engineer V Salaries by Percentile

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Salary		 Monthly
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75th Percentile $163,773 $13,648 $3,149 $79
Average $154,651 $12,888 $2,974 $74
25th Percentile $148,229 $12,352 $2,851 $71
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Key Factors That Influence Telecommunications Engineer V Salaries

A Telecommunications 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Telecommunications Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Telecommunications 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:

  • Telecommunications Engineer I (0-2 years): $69,494
  • Telecommunications Engineer II (2-4 years): $89,273
  • Telecommunications Engineer III (4-7 years): $118,242
  • Telecommunications Engineer IV (7+ years): $137,277
  • Telecommunications Engineer V (7-10 years): $154,651
Job Role Years of Experience Average Salary
Telecommunications Engineer I0-2 years$69,494
Telecommunications Engineer II2-4 years$89,273
Telecommunications Engineer III4-7 years$118,242
Telecommunications Engineer IV7+ years$137,277
Telecommunications Engineer V7-10 years$154,651
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Top Paying Cities for Telecommunications 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:

  • San Jose: $195,061
  • San Francisco: $193,144
  • Oakland: $188,860

What Skills Can Increase a Telecommunications Engineer V's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Troubleshooting (Mentioned in 7.06% Job Postings): Troubleshooting is a form of problem solving, often applied to repair failed products or processes on a machine or a system. It is a logical, systematic search for the source of a problem in order to solve it, and make the product or process operational again. Troubleshooting is needed to identify the symptoms. Determining the most likely cause is a process of elimination—eliminating potential causes of a problem. Finally, troubleshooting requires confirmation that the solution restores the product or process to its working state. In general, troubleshooting is the identification or diagnosis of "trouble" in the management flow of a system caused by a failure of some kind. The problem is initially described as symptoms of malfunction, and troubleshooting is the process of determining and remedying the causes of these symptoms. A system can be described in terms of its expected, desired or intended behavior (usually, for artificial systems, its purpose). Events or inputs to the system are expected to generate specific results or outputs. (For example, selecting the "print" option from various computer applications is intended to result in a hardcopy emerging from some specific device). Any unexpected or undesirable behavior is a symptom. Troubleshooting is the process of isolating the specific cause or causes of the symptom. Frequently the symptom is a failure of the product or process to produce any results. (Nothing was printed, for example). Corrective action can then be taken to prevent further failures of a similar kind.
  • Semiconductors (Mentioned in 2.55% Job Postings): Semiconductors are substances with properties somewhere between them. ICs(integrated circuits) and electronic discrete components such as diodes and transistors are made of semiconductors.
  • Phone Support (Mentioned in 1.69% Job Postings): Providing real-time assistance and support to customers to respond to their inquiries and resolve complaints through phone calls.
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Troubleshooting 7.06%
Semiconductors 2.55%
Phone Support 1.69%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Telecommunications Engineer V's salary.
  • ERP: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Telecommunications: Can increase your salary by up to 16%.
  • Continuous Improvement: Can increase your salary by up to 15%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
ERP
 $179,395
16%
Telecommunications
 $179,395
16%
Continuous Improvement
 $177,849
15%
Coordination
 $173,209
12%
Initiative
 $173,209
12%
Customer Support
 $171,663
11%
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How Education impacts a Telecommunications Engineer V's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Telecommunications Engineer Vs enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Telecommunications Engineer V with a Associate's Degree is between $152,310 and $161,439).

Telecommunications Engineer V Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Telecommunications Engineer V
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.3%
High School 15.9%
Associates 9.6%
Bachelors 36.9%
Masters 31.2%
Doctorate 5.1%
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Telecommunications Engineer V Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Telecommunications 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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$148,229
Average $154,651/year
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Average $12,888/month
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Average $2,974/week
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Average $74/hour
$79
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $163,773 $13,648 $3,149 $79
Average $154,651 $12,888 $2,974 $74
25th Percentile $148,229 $12,352 $2,851 $71

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FAQ about Telecommunications Engineer V

1. What are the responsibilities of Telecommunications Engineer V?

Designs, develops, implements, maintains, and enhances telecommunication networks, systems and equipment. Analyzes existing networks and equipment and identifies opportunities for improvement. Develops solutions that meet business requirements. May require a bachelor's degree. Leads and direct the work of others. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Typically requires 10+ years of related experience. Works on advanced, complex technical projects or business issues requiring state of the art technical or industry knowledge. Works autonomously. Goals are generally communicated in "solution" or project goal terms. May provide a leadership role for the work group through knowledge in the area of specialization.

2. What are the skills of Telecommunications Engineer V

Specify the abilities and skills that a person needs in order to carry out the specified job duties. Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Troubleshooting: Troubleshooting is a form of problem solving, often applied to repair failed products or processes on a machine or a system. It is a logical, systematic search for the source of a problem in order to solve it, and make the product or process operational again. Troubleshooting is needed to identify the symptoms. Determining the most likely cause is a process of elimination—eliminating potential causes of a problem. Finally, troubleshooting requires confirmation that the solution restores the product or process to its working state. In general, troubleshooting is the identification or diagnosis of "trouble" in the management flow of a system caused by a failure of some kind. The problem is initially described as symptoms of malfunction, and troubleshooting is the process of determining and remedying the causes of these symptoms. A system can be described in terms of its expected, desired or intended behavior (usually, for artificial systems, its purpose). Events or inputs to the system are expected to generate specific results or outputs. (For example, selecting the "print" option from various computer applications is intended to result in a hardcopy emerging from some specific device). Any unexpected or undesirable behavior is a symptom. Troubleshooting is the process of isolating the specific cause or causes of the symptom. Frequently the symptom is a failure of the product or process to produce any results. (Nothing was printed, for example). Corrective action can then be taken to prevent further failures of a similar kind.

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Semiconductors: Semiconductors are substances with properties somewhere between them. ICs(integrated circuits) and electronic discrete components such as diodes and transistors are made of semiconductors.

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Phone Support: Providing real-time assistance and support to customers to respond to their inquiries and resolve complaints through phone calls.

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