As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Flight Test Engineer in Addison, TX is $76,568, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,472 weekly, or $6,381 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 Addison, TX vary widely, spanning from $66,159 to $86,938. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($71,120) and 75th percentile ($81,996), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,938 per year. This $10,876 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, Addison Flight Test Engineer often earn 1.1% 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 $66,159 Addison, TX May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $71,120 Addison, TX May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $76,568 Addison, TX May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $81,996 Addison, TX May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $86,938 Addison, TX May 01, 2026
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    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 Addison, TX. The base salary for Flight Test Engineer ranges from $71,120 to $81,996 with the average base salary of $76,568. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $79,977 to $94,987 with the average total cash compensation of $86,888.

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About Addison, Texas    Addison is an incorporated town[Note 1] in Dallas County, Texas, in the United States. Addison is situated to the immediate north of the city of Dalla....More

Addison, Texas  area prices were up 2.2% from a year ago

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