What are the main factors that influence a Director, Test Engineering's salary?

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

How does experience change A Director, Test Engineering's salary?

A Director, Test Engineering's salary grows with experience: a Software Quality Assurance Engineer VI (10-12 years)earns $175,865, a Software Quality Assurance Supervisor (12+ years)earns $120,115, a Software Quality Assurance Manager (12+ years)earns $137,078, a Director, Test Engineering (12+ years)earns $165,659, a Software Quality Assurance Director (12+ years)earns $190,410,

What are the highest paying states for a Director, Test Engineering?

Director, Test Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Director, Test Engineering roles are District of Columbia $182,086, California $181,395, Massachusetts $178,977. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Director, Test Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Director, Test Engineering level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Test Pilot Senior Manager: $219,200; Test Pilot Senior Manager: $219,188; Embedded Software Engineering Director: $212,232; Integrated Solutions Engineering Director: $209,196; Test Pilot Manager: $194,017.

Director, Test Engineering Salary in Delaware

How much does a Director, Test Engineering make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Director, Test Engineering in Delaware is $166,545 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $80.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $189,552
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $153,622 to $178,588
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $141,856

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Director, Test Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$178,588	$14,882	$3,434	$86
Average	$166,545	$13,879	$3,203	$80
25th Percentile	$153,622	$12,802	$2,954	$74

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Key Factors That Influence Director, Test Engineering Salaries

A Director, Test Engineering'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 Director, Test Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Director, Test Engineering'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): $175,865
Early Career (1-2 years): $120,115
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $137,078
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $165,659
Expert (over 8 years): $190,410

Levels	Salary
Software ... Level Director, Test Engineering	$175,865
Software ... Level Director, Test Engineering	$120,115
Software ... Level Director, Test Engineering	$137,078
Director,... Level Director, Test Engineering	$165,659
Software ... Level Director, Test Engineering	$190,410

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How Do Director, Test Engineering 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 Director, Test Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $182,086.
California: $181,395.
Massachusetts: $178,977.

District of Columbia $182,086 California $181,395 Massachusetts $178,977 Washington $178,320 New Jersey $178,254 Alaska $178,024 Connecticut $175,754 New York $174,833

Hawaii $171,889 Rhode Island $170,508 Maryland $169,571 Minnesota $168,288 Colorado $167,794 Illinois $167,630 Oregon $167,005 Delaware $166,545

New Hampshire $166,255 Virginia $165,607 Pennsylvania $163,716 Nevada $162,762 North Dakota $162,450 Michigan $161,956 Wisconsin $161,775 Vermont $161,414

Texas $160,410 Maine $160,345 Arizona $160,246 Ohio $160,131 Georgia $158,618 Indiana $157,861 Wyoming $157,713 Utah $157,483

Iowa $157,384 Kansas $156,595 Louisiana $156,365 North Carolina $156,283 Missouri $156,250 Florida $155,608 Montana $155,263 Nebraska $154,934

Kentucky $154,753 South Carolina $154,095 Tennessee $153,684 Idaho $153,520 New Mexico $152,319 Oklahoma $152,056 Alabama $151,086 South Dakota $149,458

Arkansas $148,570 West Virginia $148,093 Mississippi $146,662

Top Paying Cities for Director, Test Engineerings

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: $165,795
Little Creek: $167,008
Magnolia: $166,768

Lincoln, DE $165,795 Little Creek, DE $167,008 Magnolia, DE $166,768 Milford, DE $166,216 Marydel, DE $166,489 Millsboro, DE $165,099 Millville, DE $165,354 Milton, DE $165,640

Nassau, DE $165,760 Ocean View, DE $165,326 Rehoboth Beach, DE $165,643 Seaford, DE $165,737 Selbyville, DE $165,051 Smyrna, DE $167,123 Viola, DE $166,354 Woodside, DE $166,801

Bear, DE $166,416 Newark, DE $166,354 Claymont, DE $166,694 Delaware City, DE $166,520 Hockessin, DE $166,339 Kirkwood, DE $166,489 Middletown, DE $166,553 Montchanin, DE $166,377

New Castle, DE $166,402 Odessa, DE $166,635 Port Penn, DE $166,747 Rockland, DE $166,393 Saint Georges, DE $166,500 Townsend, DE $166,757 Winterthur, DE $166,413 Lewes, DE $165,704

Wilmington, DE $166,347 Dover, DE $167,008 Dover Afb, DE $166,129 Bethany Beach, DE $165,152 Bethel, DE $165,323 Bridgeville, DE $165,712 Camden Wyoming, DE $166,538 Cheswold, DE $166,954

Clayton, DE $166,959 Dagsboro, DE $165,037 Delmar, DE $164,772 Ellendale, DE $165,272 Felton, DE $166,203 Fenwick Island, DE $165,073 Frankford, DE $164,785 Frederica, DE $166,367

Georgetown, DE $164,974 Greenwood, DE $165,739 Harbeson, DE $165,150 Harrington, DE $165,992 Hartly, DE $166,508 Houston, DE $165,755 Kenton, DE $166,967 Laurel, DE $164,875

Yorklyn, DE $166,388

Director, Test Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Director, Test Engineering'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 May 01, 2026

$153,622

Average $166,545/year

$178,588

$12,802

Average $13,879/month

$14,882

$2,954

Average $3,203/week

$3,434

$74

Average $80/hour

$86

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$178,588	$14,882	$3,434	$86
Average	$166,545	$13,879	$3,203	$80
25th Percentile	$153,622	$12,802	$2,954	$74

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