As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Flight Test Engineer in Alameda, CA is $94,865, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,824 weekly, or $7,905 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 Alameda, CA vary widely, spanning from $81,968 to $107,712. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,114) and 75th percentile ($101,589), while top earners (90th percentile) make $107,712 per year. This $13,475 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, Alameda Flight Test Engineer often earn 10.8% 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 $81,968 Alameda, CA May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $88,114 Alameda, CA May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $94,865 Alameda, CA May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $101,589 Alameda, CA May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $107,712 Alameda, CA May 01, 2026
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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 Alameda, CA. The base salary for Flight Test Engineer ranges from $88,114 to $101,589 with the average base salary of $94,865. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $99,088 to $117,685 with the average total cash compensation of $107,650.

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About Alameda, California    Alameda (/ˌæləˈmiːdə/ AL-ə-MEE-də; Spanish: [ala'meða]) is a city in Alameda County, California, United States. It is located on Alameda Island and Ba....More

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