What are the main factors that influence a Systems Test Engineer's salary?

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

How does experience change A Systems Test Engineer's salary?

A Systems Test Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Systems Test Engineer (0-2 years)earns $73,215, a Test Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $82,358, a Test Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $115,448, a Test Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $139,329, a Test Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $152,089,

What are the highest paying states for a Systems Test Engineer?

Systems Test Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Systems Test Engineer roles are District of Columbia $80,471, California $80,165, Massachusetts $79,097. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Systems Test Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Systems Test Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Electrical Test Engineer V: $166,843; Test Engineer V: $147,686; Electrical Test Engineer IV: $143,803; Test Engineer IV: $135,295; Electrical Test Engineer III: $120,790.

Systems Test Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Systems Test Engineer make in Delaware?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Systems Test Engineer in Delaware is $73,603 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $35.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $83,680
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $68,473 to $78,878
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,803

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Systems Test Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,878	$6,573	$1,517	$38
Average	$73,603	$6,134	$1,415	$35
25th Percentile	$68,473	$5,706	$1,317	$33

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Key Factors That Influence Systems Test Engineer Salaries

A Systems Test 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 Systems Test Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Systems Test 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): $73,215
Early Career (1-2 years): $82,358
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $115,448
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $139,329
Expert (over 8 years): $152,089

Levels	Salary
Systems T... Level Systems Test Engineer	$73,215
Test Engi... Level Systems Test Engineer	$82,358
Test Engi... Level Systems Test Engineer	$115,448
Test Engi... Level Systems Test Engineer	$139,329
Test Engi... Level Systems Test Engineer	$152,089

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

District of Columbia: $80,471.
California: $80,165.
Massachusetts: $79,097.

District of Columbia $80,471 California $80,165 Massachusetts $79,097 Washington $78,806 New Jersey $78,777 Alaska $78,676 Connecticut $77,673 New York $77,266

Hawaii $75,965 Rhode Island $75,354 Maryland $74,940 Minnesota $74,373 Colorado $74,155 Illinois $74,082 Oregon $73,806 Delaware $73,603

New Hampshire $73,475 Virginia $73,188 Pennsylvania $72,352 Nevada $71,931 North Dakota $71,793 Michigan $71,575 Wisconsin $71,495 Vermont $71,335

Texas $70,892 Maine $70,863 Arizona $70,819 Ohio $70,768 Georgia $70,099 Indiana $69,765 Wyoming $69,700 Utah $69,598

Iowa $69,554 Kansas $69,205 Louisiana $69,104 North Carolina $69,067 Missouri $69,053 Florida $68,769 Montana $68,617 Nebraska $68,471

Kentucky $68,391 South Carolina $68,101 Tennessee $67,919 Idaho $67,846 New Mexico $67,316 Oklahoma $67,199 Alabama $66,771 South Dakota $66,051

Arkansas $65,659 West Virginia $65,448 Mississippi $64,816

Top Paying Cities for Systems Test 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: $76,175
Little Creek: $75,470
Magnolia: $75,783

Lincoln, DE $76,175 Little Creek, DE $75,470 Magnolia, DE $75,783 Milford, DE $76,175 Marydel, DE $75,187 Millsboro, DE $76,175 Millville, DE $76,684 Milton, DE $76,175

Nassau, DE $76,175 Ocean View, DE $76,684 Rehoboth Beach, DE $76,684 Seaford, DE $75,376 Selbyville, DE $76,684 Smyrna, DE $75,100 Viola, DE $75,783 Woodside, DE $75,565

Bear, DE $74,547 Newark, DE $74,576 Claymont, DE $74,635 Delaware City, DE $74,576 Hockessin, DE $74,635 Kirkwood, DE $74,576 Middletown, DE $74,947 Montchanin, DE $74,635

New Castle, DE $74,635 Odessa, DE $75,049 Port Penn, DE $74,373 Rockland, DE $74,635 Saint Georges, DE $74,576 Townsend, DE $74,940 Winterthur, DE $74,635 Lewes, DE $76,175

Wilmington, DE $74,635 Dover, DE $75,434 Dover Afb, DE $75,608 Bethany Beach, DE $76,684 Bethel, DE $75,376 Bridgeville, DE $76,175 Camden Wyoming, DE $75,514 Cheswold, DE $75,260

Clayton, DE $75,071 Dagsboro, DE $76,684 Delmar, DE $75,376 Ellendale, DE $76,175 Felton, DE $76,175 Fenwick Island, DE $76,684 Frankford, DE $76,684 Frederica, DE $76,175

Georgetown, DE $76,175 Greenwood, DE $76,175 Harbeson, DE $76,175 Harrington, DE $76,175 Hartly, DE $75,034 Houston, DE $76,175 Kenton, DE $75,071 Laurel, DE $75,376

Yorklyn, DE $74,635

Systems Test Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Systems Test 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 April 01, 2026

$68,473

Average $73,603/year

$78,878

$5,706

Average $6,134/month

$6,573

$1,317

Average $1,415/week

$1,517

$33

Average $35/hour

$38

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$78,878	$6,573	$1,517	$38
Average	$73,603	$6,134	$1,415	$35
25th Percentile	$68,473	$5,706	$1,317	$33

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