As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Flight Test Engineer in Aberdeen, MD is $78,258, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,505 weekly, or $6,522 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Flight Test Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Flight Test Engineer in Aberdeen, MD vary widely, spanning from $67,620 to $88,857. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($72,689) and 75th percentile ($83,806), while top earners (90th percentile) make $88,857 per year. This $11,117 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Java, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Aberdeen Flight Test Engineer often earn 2.2% higher than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Flight Test Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $67,620 Aberdeen, MD May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $72,689 Aberdeen, MD May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $78,258 Aberdeen, MD May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $83,806 Aberdeen, MD May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $88,857 Aberdeen, MD May 01, 2026
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    Flight Test Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Flight Test Engineer in Aberdeen, MD. The base salary for Flight Test Engineer ranges from $72,689 to $83,806 with the average base salary of $78,258. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $81,742 to $97,084 with the average total cash compensation of $88,805.

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About Aberdeen, Maryland    Aberdeen is a city located in Harford County, Maryland, 26 miles (42 km) northeast of Baltimore. The population was 14,959 at the 2010 United States C....More

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