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

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 $139,399, a Test Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $152,142, a Test Engineering Supervisor (10+ years)earns $109,360, a Test Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $130,457, a Test Engineering Manager II (10+ years)earns $161,507,

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 $143,679, California $143,134, Massachusetts $141,227. 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: $157,258; Test Engineering Manager II: $156,769; 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 May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Test Engineering Manager in Delaware is $131,416 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): $156,337
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $118,913 to $144,461
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $107,530

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Test Engineering Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$144,461	$12,038	$2,778	$69
Average	$131,416	$10,951	$2,527	$63
25th Percentile	$118,913	$9,909	$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): $139,399
Early Career (1-2 years): $152,142
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $109,360
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $130,457
Expert (over 8 years): $161,507

Levels	Salary
Test Engi... Level Test Engineering Manager	$139,399
Test Engi... Level Test Engineering Manager	$152,142
Test Engi... Level Test Engineering Manager	$109,360
Test Engi... Level Test Engineering Manager	$130,457
Test Engi... Level Test Engineering Manager	$161,507

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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: $143,679.
California: $143,134.
Massachusetts: $141,227.

District of Columbia $143,679 California $143,134 Massachusetts $141,227 Washington $140,707 New Jersey $140,656 Alaska $140,474 Connecticut $138,683 New York $137,956

Hawaii $135,634 Rhode Island $134,543 Maryland $133,804 Minnesota $132,792 Colorado $132,402 Illinois $132,273 Oregon $131,779 Delaware $131,416

New Hampshire $131,188 Virginia $130,676 Pennsylvania $129,184 Nevada $128,431 North Dakota $128,185 Michigan $127,796 Wisconsin $127,653 Vermont $127,367

Texas $126,576 Maine $126,524 Arizona $126,446 Ohio $126,355 Georgia $125,161 Indiana $124,564 Wyoming $124,448 Utah $124,266

Iowa $124,188 Kansas $123,565 Louisiana $123,383 North Carolina $123,319 Missouri $123,293 Florida $122,786 Montana $122,514 Nebraska $122,254

Kentucky $122,112 South Carolina $121,593 Tennessee $121,268 Idaho $121,138 New Mexico $120,191 Oklahoma $119,983 Alabama $119,218 South Dakota $117,933

Arkansas $117,232 West Virginia $116,856 Mississippi $115,727

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: $130,824
Little Creek: $131,782
Magnolia: $131,593

Lincoln, DE $130,824 Little Creek, DE $131,782 Magnolia, DE $131,593 Milford, DE $131,157 Marydel, DE $131,372 Millsboro, DE $130,275 Millville, DE $130,477 Milton, DE $130,702

Nassau, DE $130,797 Ocean View, DE $130,454 Rehoboth Beach, DE $130,705 Seaford, DE $130,779 Selbyville, DE $130,238 Smyrna, DE $131,873 Viola, DE $131,266 Woodside, DE $131,618

Bear, DE $131,315 Newark, DE $131,266 Claymont, DE $131,534 Delaware City, DE $131,397 Hockessin, DE $131,254 Kirkwood, DE $131,372 Middletown, DE $131,423 Montchanin, DE $131,284

New Castle, DE $131,303 Odessa, DE $131,487 Port Penn, DE $131,576 Rockland, DE $131,297 Saint Georges, DE $131,381 Townsend, DE $131,583 Winterthur, DE $131,312 Lewes, DE $130,753

Wilmington, DE $131,260 Dover, DE $131,782 Dover Afb, DE $131,088 Bethany Beach, DE $130,317 Bethel, DE $130,452 Bridgeville, DE $130,759 Camden Wyoming, DE $131,411 Cheswold, DE $131,739

Clayton, DE $131,743 Dagsboro, DE $130,226 Delmar, DE $130,017 Ellendale, DE $130,412 Felton, DE $131,146 Fenwick Island, DE $130,255 Frankford, DE $130,028 Frederica, DE $131,276

Georgetown, DE $130,177 Greenwood, DE $130,780 Harbeson, DE $130,316 Harrington, DE $130,980 Hartly, DE $131,388 Houston, DE $130,793 Kenton, DE $131,750 Laurel, DE $130,099

Yorklyn, DE $131,293

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.

Last Updated on May 01, 2026

$118,913

Average $131,416/year

$144,461

$9,909

Average $10,951/month

$12,038

$2,287

Average $2,527/week

$2,778

$57

Average $63/hour

$69

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$144,461	$12,038	$2,778	$69
Average	$131,416	$10,951	$2,527	$63
25th Percentile	$118,913	$9,909	$2,287	$57

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