As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Flight Test Engineer in Ada, MN is $74,788, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,438 weekly, or $6,232 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 Ada, MN vary widely, spanning from $64,621 to $84,917. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($69,467) and 75th percentile ($80,090), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,917 per year. This $10,623 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, Ada Flight Test Engineer often earn 5.8% lower 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 $64,621 Ada, MN May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $69,467 Ada, MN May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $74,788 Ada, MN May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $80,090 Ada, MN May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $84,917 Ada, MN May 01, 2026
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About Ada, Minnesota    Ada (/ˈeɪdə/ AY-də) is a city in Norman County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 1,707 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat. Minneso....More

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