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 $137,028, a Test Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $149,555, a Test Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $107,500, a Test Engineering Manager I (10+ years)earns $128,238, a Test Engineering Manager II (10+ years)earns $158,760,

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 $140,205, California $139,673, Massachusetts $137,811. 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: $194,100; Senior Manager, Test Engineering: $157,258; Test Engineering Manager II: $156,769; Test Engineering Manager: $129,768; Engineering Test Pilot: $129,000.

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Test Engineering Manager I Salary in Delaware

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

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Test Engineering Manager I in Delaware is $128,238 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): $152,376
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $115,775 to $140,873
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $104,428

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Test Engineering Manager I Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,873	$11,739	$2,709	$68
Average	$128,238	$10,687	$2,466	$62
25th Percentile	$115,775	$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): $137,028
Test Engineer V (7-10 years): $149,555
Test Engineering Supervisor (10+ years): $107,500
Test Engineering Manager I (10+ years): $128,238
Test Engineering Manager II (10+ years): $158,760

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Test Engineer IV	7+ years	$137,028
Test Engineer V	7-10 years	$149,555
Test Engineering Supervisor	10+ years	$107,500
Test Engineering Manager I	10+ years	$128,238
Test Engineering Manager II	10+ years	$158,760

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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: $140,205.
California: $139,673.
Massachusetts: $137,811.

District of Columbia $140,205 California $139,673 Massachusetts $137,811 Washington $137,305 New Jersey $137,254 Alaska $137,077 Connecticut $135,329 New York $134,620

Hawaii $132,354 Rhode Island $131,290 Maryland $130,568 Minnesota $129,580 Colorado $129,201 Illinois $129,074 Oregon $128,593 Delaware $128,238

New Hampshire $128,015 Virginia $127,516 Pennsylvania $126,060 Nevada $125,326 North Dakota $125,085 Michigan $124,705 Wisconsin $124,566 Vermont $124,287

Texas $123,515 Maine $123,464 Arizona $123,388 Ohio $123,300 Georgia $122,135 Indiana $121,552 Wyoming $121,438 Utah $121,261

Iowa $121,185 Kansas $120,577 Louisiana $120,400 North Carolina $120,336 Missouri $120,311 Florida $119,817 Montana $119,551 Nebraska $119,298

Kentucky $119,159 South Carolina $118,652 Tennessee $118,336 Idaho $118,209 New Mexico $117,285 Oklahoma $117,082 Alabama $116,335 South Dakota $115,081

Arkansas $114,398 West Virginia $114,030 Mississippi $112,929

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: $127,661
Little Creek: $128,595
Magnolia: $128,410

Lincoln, DE $127,661 Little Creek, DE $128,595 Magnolia, DE $128,410 Milford, DE $127,985 Marydel, DE $128,195 Millsboro, DE $127,125 Millville, DE $127,321 Milton, DE $127,542

Nassau, DE $127,634 Ocean View, DE $127,300 Rehoboth Beach, DE $127,544 Seaford, DE $127,616 Selbyville, DE $127,088 Smyrna, DE $128,684 Viola, DE $128,091 Woodside, DE $128,436

Bear, DE $128,139 Newark, DE $128,091 Claymont, DE $128,353 Delaware City, DE $128,219 Hockessin, DE $128,080 Kirkwood, DE $128,195 Middletown, DE $128,245 Montchanin, DE $128,109

New Castle, DE $128,128 Odessa, DE $128,308 Port Penn, DE $128,394 Rockland, DE $128,122 Saint Georges, DE $128,204 Townsend, DE $128,402 Winterthur, DE $128,137 Lewes, DE $127,591

Wilmington, DE $128,086 Dover, DE $128,595 Dover Afb, DE $127,918 Bethany Beach, DE $127,166 Bethel, DE $127,297 Bridgeville, DE $127,597 Camden Wyoming, DE $128,233 Cheswold, DE $128,554

Clayton, DE $128,557 Dagsboro, DE $127,077 Delmar, DE $126,873 Ellendale, DE $127,258 Felton, DE $127,975 Fenwick Island, DE $127,105 Frankford, DE $126,883 Frederica, DE $128,101

Georgetown, DE $127,029 Greenwood, DE $127,618 Harbeson, DE $127,164 Harrington, DE $127,813 Hartly, DE $128,210 Houston, DE $127,630 Kenton, DE $128,564 Laurel, DE $126,953

Yorklyn, DE $128,118

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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$115,775

Average $128,238/year

$140,873

$9,648

Average $10,687/month

$11,739

$2,226

Average $2,466/week

$2,709

$56

Average $62/hour

$68

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$140,873	$11,739	$2,709	$68
Average	$128,238	$10,687	$2,466	$62
25th Percentile	$115,775	$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 $158,760 - a projected growth of 24% over your current level.

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