What are the main factors that influence a Satellite Communications 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 Satellite Communications Engineer?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Satellite Communications Engineer roles, with salaries approximately 12% above the market median.

How does experience change A Satellite Communications Engineer's salary?

A Satellite Communications Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Investor Relations Administrator I (0-2 years)earns $64,267, an Satellite Communications Engineer (2-4 years)earns $98,161, an Investor Relations Administrator III (4-7 years)earns $106,649, an Investor Relations Administrator IV (7+ years)earns $117,964, an Investor Relations Administrator V (7-10 years)earns $156,383,

What are the highest paying states for a Satellite Communications Engineer?

Satellite Communications Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Satellite Communications Engineer roles are District of Columbia $104,857, California $104,459, Massachusetts $103,067. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Satellite Communications Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Satellite Communications Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Satellite Engineer: $93,598; Satellite Operations Engineer: $91,600; Satellite Systems Engineer: $89,315; Unified Communications Engineer: $86,997; Communications Systems Engineer: $84,939.

Satellite Communications Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Satellite Communications Engineer make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Satellite Communications Engineer in Delaware is $95,907 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $108,441
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,089 to $102,468
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $75,240

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Satellite Communications Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,468	$8,539	$1,971	$49
Average	$95,907	$7,992	$1,844	$46
25th Percentile	$85,089	$7,091	$1,636	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Satellite Communications Engineer Salaries

A Satellite Communications 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 Satellite Communications Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Satellite Communications 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): $64,267
Early Career (1-2 years): $98,161
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $106,649
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $117,964
Expert (over 8 years): $156,383

Levels	Salary
Investor ... Level Satellite Communications Engineer	$64,267
Satellite... Level Satellite Communications Engineer	$98,161
Investor ... Level Satellite Communications Engineer	$106,649
Investor ... Level Satellite Communications Engineer	$117,964
Investor ... Level Satellite Communications Engineer	$156,383

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

District of Columbia: $104,857.
California: $104,459.
Massachusetts: $103,067.

District of Columbia $104,857 California $104,459 Massachusetts $103,067 Washington $102,688 New Jersey $102,650 Alaska $102,518 Connecticut $101,211 New York $100,680

Hawaii $98,985 Rhode Island $98,190 Maryland $97,650 Minnesota $96,911 Colorado $96,627 Illinois $96,532 Oregon $96,172 Delaware $95,907

New Hampshire $95,741 Virginia $95,367 Pennsylvania $94,278 Nevada $93,729 North Dakota $93,549 Michigan $93,265 Wisconsin $93,161 Vermont $92,952

Texas $92,375 Maine $92,337 Arizona $92,280 Ohio $92,214 Georgia $91,342 Indiana $90,907 Wyoming $90,822 Utah $90,689

Iowa $90,632 Kansas $90,178 Louisiana $90,045 North Carolina $89,998 Missouri $89,979 Florida $89,609 Montana $89,411 Nebraska $89,221

Kentucky $89,117 South Carolina $88,738 Tennessee $88,501 Idaho $88,407 New Mexico $87,715 Oklahoma $87,564 Alabama $87,005 South Dakota $86,067

Arkansas $85,556 West Virginia $85,281 Mississippi $84,457

Top Paying Cities for Satellite Communications 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: $95,475
Little Creek: $96,174
Magnolia: $96,036

Lincoln, DE $95,475 Little Creek, DE $96,174 Magnolia, DE $96,036 Milford, DE $95,718 Marydel, DE $95,875 Millsboro, DE $95,075 Millville, DE $95,222 Milton, DE $95,386

Nassau, DE $95,456 Ocean View, DE $95,205 Rehoboth Beach, DE $95,388 Seaford, DE $95,442 Selbyville, DE $95,047 Smyrna, DE $96,241 Viola, DE $95,797 Woodside, DE $96,055

Bear, DE $95,833 Newark, DE $95,797 Claymont, DE $95,993 Delaware City, DE $95,893 Hockessin, DE $95,789 Kirkwood, DE $95,875 Middletown, DE $95,912 Montchanin, DE $95,811

New Castle, DE $95,825 Odessa, DE $95,959 Port Penn, DE $96,024 Rockland, DE $95,820 Saint Georges, DE $95,882 Townsend, DE $96,029 Winterthur, DE $95,831 Lewes, DE $95,423

Wilmington, DE $95,794 Dover, DE $96,174 Dover Afb, DE $95,668 Bethany Beach, DE $95,105 Bethel, DE $95,204 Bridgeville, DE $95,428 Camden Wyoming, DE $95,903 Cheswold, DE $96,143

Clayton, DE $96,146 Dagsboro, DE $95,039 Delmar, DE $94,886 Ellendale, DE $95,174 Felton, DE $95,710 Fenwick Island, DE $95,060 Frankford, DE $94,894 Frederica, DE $95,805

Georgetown, DE $95,003 Greenwood, DE $95,443 Harbeson, DE $95,104 Harrington, DE $95,589 Hartly, DE $95,886 Houston, DE $95,453 Kenton, DE $96,151 Laurel, DE $94,946

Yorklyn, DE $95,817

Satellite Communications Engineer Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Satellite Communications Engineer roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 32% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 12% above the average. In contrast, Satellite Communications Engineer positions in Transportation or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Satellite Communications Engineer as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Satellite Communications Engineer

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$107,416	$52.0	12%
Pharmaceuticals	$106,457	$51.0	11%
Biotechnology	$105,498	$51.0	10%
Energy & Utilities	$103,580	$50.0	8%
Software & Networking	$102,621	$49.0	7%

Satellite Communications Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Satellite Communications 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

$85,089

Average $95,907/year

$102,468

$7,091

Average $7,992/month

$8,539

$1,636

Average $1,844/week

$1,971

$41

Average $46/hour

$49

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$102,468	$8,539	$1,971	$49
Average	$95,907	$7,992	$1,844	$46
25th Percentile	$85,089	$7,091	$1,636	$41

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