What are the main factors that influence a Test Engineering Manager'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 Test Engineering Manager?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Test Engineering Manager roles, with salaries approximately 47% above the market median.

How does experience change A Test Engineering Manager's salary?

A Test Engineering Manager's salary grows with experience: a Test Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $139,431, a Test Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $152,127, a Test Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $109,363, a Test Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $130,463, a Test Engineering Manager II (10+ years)earns $161,525,

What are the highest paying states for a Test Engineering Manager?

Test Engineering Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Test Engineering Manager roles are District of Columbia $143,685, California $143,140, Massachusetts $141,232. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Test Engineering Manager roles make?

Salaries for Test Engineering Manager level roles vary by specialization: Engineering Test Pilot Manager: $194,100; Senior Manager, Test Engineering: $157,275; Test Engineering Manager II: $156,787; Engineering Senior Test Pilot: $150,200; Engineering Test Pilot: $129,000.

Test Engineering Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Test Engineering Manager make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Test Engineering Manager in Delaware is $131,421 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $63.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $156,323
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $118,915 to $144,456
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $107,529

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Test Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$144,456	$12,038	$2,778	$69
Average	$131,421	$10,952	$2,527	$63
25th Percentile	$118,915	$9,910	$2,287	$57

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Key Factors That Influence Test Engineering Manager Salaries

A Test Engineering Manager'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 Test Engineering Manager Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Test Engineering Manager'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): $139,431
Early Career (1-2 years): $152,127
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,363
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $130,463
Expert (over 8 years): $161,525

Levels	Salary
Test Engi... Level Test Engineering Manager	$139,431
Test Engi... Level Test Engineering Manager	$152,127
Test Engi... Level Test Engineering Manager	$109,363
Test Engi... Level Test Engineering Manager	$130,463
Test Engi... Level Test Engineering Manager	$161,525

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

District of Columbia: $143,685.
California: $143,140.
Massachusetts: $141,232.

District of Columbia $143,685 California $143,140 Massachusetts $141,232 Washington $140,713 New Jersey $140,661 Alaska $140,479 Connecticut $138,688 New York $137,962

Hawaii $135,639 Rhode Island $134,549 Maryland $133,809 Minnesota $132,797 Colorado $132,407 Illinois $132,278 Oregon $131,784 Delaware $131,421

New Hampshire $131,193 Virginia $130,681 Pennsylvania $129,189 Nevada $128,436 North Dakota $128,190 Michigan $127,800 Wisconsin $127,658 Vermont $127,372

Texas $126,581 Maine $126,529 Arizona $126,451 Ohio $126,360 Georgia $125,166 Indiana $124,569 Wyoming $124,452 Utah $124,271

Iowa $124,193 Kansas $123,570 Louisiana $123,388 North Carolina $123,323 Missouri $123,297 Florida $122,791 Montana $122,519 Nebraska $122,259

Kentucky $122,116 South Carolina $121,597 Tennessee $121,273 Idaho $121,143 New Mexico $120,196 Oklahoma $119,988 Alabama $119,222 South Dakota $117,938

Arkansas $117,237 West Virginia $116,861 Mississippi $115,732

Top Paying Cities for Test Engineering Managers

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: $130,829
Little Creek: $131,787
Magnolia: $131,598

Lincoln, DE $130,829 Little Creek, DE $131,787 Magnolia, DE $131,598 Milford, DE $131,162 Marydel, DE $131,377 Millsboro, DE $130,280 Millville, DE $130,482 Milton, DE $130,707

Nassau, DE $130,802 Ocean View, DE $130,459 Rehoboth Beach, DE $130,710 Seaford, DE $130,784 Selbyville, DE $130,243 Smyrna, DE $131,878 Viola, DE $131,271 Woodside, DE $131,624

Bear, DE $131,320 Newark, DE $131,271 Claymont, DE $131,539 Delaware City, DE $131,402 Hockessin, DE $131,259 Kirkwood, DE $131,377 Middletown, DE $131,428 Montchanin, DE $131,289

New Castle, DE $131,308 Odessa, DE $131,492 Port Penn, DE $131,581 Rockland, DE $131,302 Saint Georges, DE $131,386 Townsend, DE $131,589 Winterthur, DE $131,317 Lewes, DE $130,758

Wilmington, DE $131,265 Dover, DE $131,787 Dover Afb, DE $131,093 Bethany Beach, DE $130,322 Bethel, DE $130,457 Bridgeville, DE $130,764 Camden Wyoming, DE $131,416 Cheswold, DE $131,744

Clayton, DE $131,748 Dagsboro, DE $130,231 Delmar, DE $130,022 Ellendale, DE $130,417 Felton, DE $131,151 Fenwick Island, DE $130,260 Frankford, DE $130,033 Frederica, DE $131,281

Georgetown, DE $130,182 Greenwood, DE $130,785 Harbeson, DE $130,321 Harrington, DE $130,985 Hartly, DE $131,393 Houston, DE $130,798 Kenton, DE $131,755 Laurel, DE $130,104

Yorklyn, DE $131,298

Test Engineering Manager Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Test Engineering Manager roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 80% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Pharmaceuticals sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 47% above the average. In contrast, Test Engineering Manager positions in Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit or Hospitality & Leisure typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Test Engineering Manager as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Test Engineering Manager

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking	$193,189	$93.0	47%
Pharmaceuticals	$180,047	$87.0	37%
Financial Services	$166,905	$80.0	27%
Internet	$160,334	$77.0	22%
Biotechnology	$153,763	$74.0	17%

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

Understanding how a Test Engineering Manager'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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$118,915

Average $131,421/year

$144,456

$9,910

Average $10,952/month

$12,038

$2,287

Average $2,527/week

$2,778

$57

Average $63/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$144,456	$12,038	$2,778	$69
Average	$131,421	$10,952	$2,527	$63
25th Percentile	$118,915	$9,910	$2,287	$57

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