What are the main factors that influence a Composite Engineer'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 Composite Engineer?

The Pharmaceuticals industry offers the highest average compensation for Composite Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 30% above the market median.

How does experience change A Composite Engineer's salary?

A Composite Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Composite Engineer (0-2 years)earns $72,967, a CAE Designer II (2-4 years)earns $82,016, a CAE Designer III (4-7 years)earns $113,077, a CAE Designer IV (7+ years)earns $130,512, a CAE Designer V (7-10 years)earns $148,758,

What are the highest paying states for a Composite Engineer?

Composite Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Composite Engineer roles are District of Columbia $78,129, California $77,833, Massachusetts $76,795. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Composite Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Composite Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Composite Design Engineer, Sr: $194,965; Composite Technician: $138,349; Composite Bonding Technician IV: $70,087; Composite Bonding Technician III: $65,070; Composite Fabricator: $58,589.

Composite Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Composite Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Composite Engineer in Delaware is $71,461 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $34.

However, a Composite Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,942
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $64,232 to $77,994
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $57,651

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Composite Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,994	$6,499	$1,500	$37
Average	$71,461	$5,955	$1,374	$34
25th Percentile	$64,232	$5,353	$1,235	$31

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Key Factors That Influence Composite Engineer Salaries

A Composite Engineer'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 Composite Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Composite Engineer'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $72,967
Early Career (1-2 years): $82,016
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $113,077
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $130,512
Expert (over 8 years): $148,758

Levels	Salary
Composite... Level Composite Engineer	$72,967
CAE Desig... Level Composite Engineer	$82,016
CAE Desig... Level Composite Engineer	$113,077
CAE Desig... Level Composite Engineer	$130,512
CAE Desig... Level Composite Engineer	$148,758

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How Do Composite Engineer 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 Composite Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $78,129.
California: $77,833.
Massachusetts: $76,795.

District of Columbia $78,129 California $77,833 Massachusetts $76,795 Washington $76,513 New Jersey $76,485 Alaska $76,386 Connecticut $75,412 New York $75,017

Hawaii $73,754 Rhode Island $73,161 Maryland $72,759 Minnesota $72,209 Colorado $71,997 Illinois $71,926 Oregon $71,658 Delaware $71,461

New Hampshire $71,337 Virginia $71,059 Pennsylvania $70,247 Nevada $69,838 North Dakota $69,704 Michigan $69,492 Wisconsin $69,414 Vermont $69,259

Texas $68,829 Maine $68,800 Arizona $68,758 Ohio $68,709 Georgia $68,060 Indiana $67,735 Wyoming $67,671 Utah $67,573

Iowa $67,530 Kansas $67,192 Louisiana $67,093 North Carolina $67,058 Missouri $67,043 Florida $66,768 Montana $66,620 Nebraska $66,479

Kentucky $66,401 South Carolina $66,119 Tennessee $65,943 Idaho $65,872 New Mexico $65,357 Oklahoma $65,244 Alabama $64,828 South Dakota $64,129

Arkansas $63,748 West Virginia $63,543 Mississippi $62,930

Top Paying Cities for Composite Engineers

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: $71,139
Little Creek: $71,660
Magnolia: $71,557

Lincoln, DE $71,139 Little Creek, DE $71,660 Magnolia, DE $71,557 Milford, DE $71,320 Marydel, DE $71,437 Millsboro, DE $70,841 Millville, DE $70,950 Milton, DE $71,073

Nassau, DE $71,124 Ocean View, DE $70,938 Rehoboth Beach, DE $71,074 Seaford, DE $71,114 Selbyville, DE $70,820 Smyrna, DE $71,709 Viola, DE $71,379 Woodside, DE $71,571

Bear, DE $71,406 Newark, DE $71,379 Claymont, DE $71,525 Delaware City, DE $71,450 Hockessin, DE $71,373 Kirkwood, DE $71,437 Middletown, DE $71,464 Montchanin, DE $71,389

New Castle, DE $71,399 Odessa, DE $71,500 Port Penn, DE $71,548 Rockland, DE $71,396 Saint Georges, DE $71,442 Townsend, DE $71,552 Winterthur, DE $71,404 Lewes, DE $71,100

Wilmington, DE $71,376 Dover, DE $71,660 Dover Afb, DE $71,282 Bethany Beach, DE $70,863 Bethel, DE $70,936 Bridgeville, DE $71,104 Camden Wyoming, DE $71,458 Cheswold, DE $71,636

Clayton, DE $71,639 Dagsboro, DE $70,814 Delmar, DE $70,700 Ellendale, DE $70,915 Felton, DE $71,314 Fenwick Island, DE $70,829 Frankford, DE $70,706 Frederica, DE $71,385

Georgetown, DE $70,787 Greenwood, DE $71,115 Harbeson, DE $70,862 Harrington, DE $71,224 Hartly, DE $71,445 Houston, DE $71,122 Kenton, DE $71,642 Laurel, DE $70,745

Yorklyn, DE $71,394

Composite Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Composite Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 97% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Pharmaceuticals and Financial Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 30% above the average. In contrast, Composite Engineer positions in Transportation or Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Composite Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Composite Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Pharmaceuticals	$92,899	$45.0	30%
Financial Services	$89,326	$43.0	25%
Software & Networking	$87,182	$42.0	22%
Biotechnology	$85,753	$41.0	20%
Internet	$84,324	$41.0	18%

Composite Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Composite Engineer'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.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$64,232

Average $71,461/year

$77,994

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Average $5,955/month

$6,499

$1,235

Average $1,374/week

$1,500

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Average $34/hour

$37

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$77,994	$6,499	$1,500	$37
Average	$71,461	$5,955	$1,374	$34
25th Percentile	$64,232	$5,353	$1,235	$31

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