What are the main factors that influence a Test Engineering Manager I's salary?

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

How does experience change A Test Engineering Manager 's salary?

A Test Engineering Manager 's salary grows with experience: a Test Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $136,999, a Test Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $149,568, a Test Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $107,498, a Test Engineering Manager I (10+ years)earns $128,232, a Test Engineering Manager II (10+ years)earns $158,742,

What are the highest paying states for a Test Engineering Manager I?

Test Engineering Manager I salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Test Engineering Manager I roles are District of Columbia $140,198, California $139,666, Massachusetts $137,805. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Test Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Test Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Test Pilot Manager: $194,000; Senior Manager, Test Engineering: $157,239; Test Engineering Manager II: $156,751; Test Engineering Manager: $129,766; Engineering Test Pilot: $128,900.

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Test Engineering Manager I Salary in Delaware

How much does a Test Engineering Manager I make in Delaware?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Test Engineering Manager I in Delaware is $128,232 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $62.

However, a Test Engineering Manager I's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $152,466
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $115,776 to $140,917
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $104,435

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Test Engineering Manager I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,917	$11,743	$2,710	$68
Average	$128,232	$10,686	$2,466	$62
25th Percentile	$115,776	$9,648	$2,226	$56

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Key Factors That Influence Test Engineering Manager I Salaries

A Test Engineering Manager I'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 Test Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Test Engineering Manager I'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 Engineer IV (7+ years): $136,999
Test Engineer V (7-10 years): $149,568
Test Engineering Supervisor (10+ years): $107,498
Test Engineering Manager I (10+ years): $128,232
Test Engineering Manager II (10+ years): $158,742

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Test Engineer IV	7+ years	$136,999
Test Engineer V	7-10 years	$149,568
Test Engineering Supervisor	10+ years	$107,498
Test Engineering Manager I	10+ years	$128,232
Test Engineering Manager II	10+ years	$158,742

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How Do Test Engineering Manager I 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 Test Engineering Manager Is. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $140,198.
California: $139,666.
Massachusetts: $137,805.

District of Columbia $140,198 California $139,666 Massachusetts $137,805 Washington $137,298 New Jersey $137,248 Alaska $137,070 Connecticut $135,323 New York $134,614

Hawaii $132,347 Rhode Island $131,284 Maryland $130,562 Minnesota $129,574 Colorado $129,194 Illinois $129,068 Oregon $128,587 Delaware $128,232

New Hampshire $128,009 Virginia $127,510 Pennsylvania $126,054 Nevada $125,320 North Dakota $125,079 Michigan $124,699 Wisconsin $124,560 Vermont $124,281

Texas $123,509 Maine $123,458 Arizona $123,382 Ohio $123,294 Georgia $122,129 Indiana $121,546 Wyoming $121,432 Utah $121,255

Iowa $121,179 Kansas $120,571 Louisiana $120,394 North Carolina $120,331 Missouri $120,305 Florida $119,812 Montana $119,546 Nebraska $119,292

Kentucky $119,153 South Carolina $118,647 Tennessee $118,330 Idaho $118,204 New Mexico $117,279 Oklahoma $117,077 Alabama $116,329 South Dakota $115,076

Arkansas $114,392 West Virginia $114,025 Mississippi $112,923

Top Paying Cities for Test Engineering Manager Is

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: $132,715
Little Creek: $131,486
Magnolia: $132,031

Lincoln, DE $132,715 Little Creek, DE $131,486 Magnolia, DE $132,031 Milford, DE $132,715 Marydel, DE $130,993 Millsboro, DE $132,715 Millville, DE $133,601 Milton, DE $132,715

Nassau, DE $132,715 Ocean View, DE $133,601 Rehoboth Beach, DE $133,601 Seaford, DE $131,322 Selbyville, DE $133,601 Smyrna, DE $130,841 Viola, DE $132,031 Woodside, DE $131,651

Bear, DE $129,878 Newark, DE $129,929 Claymont, DE $130,030 Delaware City, DE $129,929 Hockessin, DE $130,030 Kirkwood, DE $129,929 Middletown, DE $130,575 Montchanin, DE $130,030

New Castle, DE $130,030 Odessa, DE $130,752 Port Penn, DE $129,574 Rockland, DE $130,030 Saint Georges, DE $129,929 Townsend, DE $130,562 Winterthur, DE $130,030 Lewes, DE $132,715

Wilmington, DE $130,030 Dover, DE $131,423 Dover Afb, DE $131,727 Bethany Beach, DE $133,601 Bethel, DE $131,322 Bridgeville, DE $132,715 Camden Wyoming, DE $131,562 Cheswold, DE $131,119

Clayton, DE $130,790 Dagsboro, DE $133,601 Delmar, DE $131,322 Ellendale, DE $132,715 Felton, DE $132,715 Fenwick Island, DE $133,601 Frankford, DE $133,601 Frederica, DE $132,715

Georgetown, DE $132,715 Greenwood, DE $132,715 Harbeson, DE $132,715 Harrington, DE $132,715 Hartly, DE $130,727 Houston, DE $132,715 Kenton, DE $130,790 Laurel, DE $131,322

Yorklyn, DE $130,030

Test Engineering Manager I Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Test Engineering Manager I'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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$115,776

Average $128,232/year

$140,917

$9,648

Average $10,686/month

$11,743

$2,226

Average $2,466/week

$2,710

$56

Average $62/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,917	$11,743	$2,710	$68
Average	$128,232	$10,686	$2,466	$62
25th Percentile	$115,776	$9,648	$2,226	$56

Test Engineering Manager I Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Test Engineering Manager I, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Test Engineering Manager II role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $158,742 - a projected growth of 24% over your current level.

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