As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Flight Test Engineer in Agate, CO is $76,357, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,468 weekly, or $6,363 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 Agate, CO vary widely, spanning from $65,977 to $86,698. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($70,924) and 75th percentile ($81,770), while top earners (90th percentile) make $86,698 per year. This $10,846 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, Agate Flight Test Engineer often earn 3.6% 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 $65,977 Agate, CO May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $70,924 Agate, CO May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $76,357 Agate, CO May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $81,770 Agate, CO May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $86,698 Agate, CO May 01, 2026
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    Flight Test Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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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 Agate, CO. The base salary for Flight Test Engineer ranges from $70,924 to $81,770 with the average base salary of $76,357. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $79,756 to $94,725 with the average total cash compensation of $86,648.

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About Agate, Colorado    Agate is an unincorporated community and U.S. Post Office in Elbert County, Colorado, United States. The ZIP Code of the Agate Post Office is 80101. ....More

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