Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer Salary in the United States

How much does a Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer make in the United States?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer in the United States is $79,021 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

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

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,981
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $72,543 to $85,805
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $66,646
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Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer Salaries by Percentile

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75th Percentile $85,805 $7,150 $1,650 $41
Average $79,021 $6,585 $1,520 $38
25th Percentile $72,543 $6,045 $1,395 $35
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Key Factors That Influence Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer Salaries

A Supplier Quality Assurance 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, education and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Supplier Quality Assurance 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): $69,795
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $78,522
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $110,035
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,788
  • Expert (over 8 years): $145,018
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Test Engi... Level Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer$69,795
Supplier ... Level Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer$78,522
Test Engi... Level Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer$110,035
Test Engi... Level Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer$132,788
Test Engi... Level Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer$145,018
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$78,522 < 2 yrs
$110,035 2-4 yrs
$132,788 5-8 yrs
$145,018 > 8 yrs
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How Do Supplier Quality Assurance 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 Supplier Quality Assurance Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

  • District of Columbia: $87,492.
  • California: $87,160.
  • Massachusetts: $85,999.

Top Paying Cities for Supplier Quality Assurance 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:

  • San Jose: $99,669
  • San Francisco: $98,690
  • Oakland: $96,501

What Skills Can Increase a Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Analysis (Mentioned in 7.03% Job Postings): Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.
  • Java (Mentioned in 2.7% Job Postings): Using Java in the development and maintenance of application programs and systems.
  • Programming (Mentioned in 1.93% Job Postings): Executing logic to facilitate computing operations and functionality in one or more languages.
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Analysis 7.03%
Java 2.7%
Programming 1.93%
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Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on a Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer's salary.
  • Insight: Can increase your salary by up to 11%.
  • Python: Can increase your salary by up to 9%.
  • Test Automation: Can increase your salary by up to 8%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Insight
 $87,714
11%
Python
 $86,133
9%
Test Automation
 $85,343
8%
Java
 $85,343
8%
Test Strategy
 $84,553
7%
Debugging
 $84,553
7%
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How Education impacts a Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer's Salary?

Your level of education can impact your salary potential. While many Supplier Quality Assurance Engineers enter the field with a Associate's Degree degree, higher education can lead to more specialized and higher-paying roles.

According to our 100% employer-reported salary data, the median salary for a Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer with a Associate's Degree is between $85,079 and $88,720).

Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer Salaries by Degree Level

Typical Education for Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer
Degree Level % of user with this level of education
No Diploma 1.8%
High School 1.8%
Associates 6.0%
Bachelors 62.5%
Masters 28.5%
Doctorate 1.2%
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Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Supplier Quality Assurance 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.

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$72,543
Average $79,021/year
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Average $6,585/month
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$1,395
Average $1,520/week
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Average $38/hour
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Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $85,805 $7,150 $1,650 $41
Average $79,021 $6,585 $1,520 $38
25th Percentile $72,543 $6,045 $1,395 $35

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Salary Trends for Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer

Salaries for a Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary decreased from $76,977 in 2023 to around $76,225 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Supplier Quality Assurance Engineer salary trends, .

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