As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Flight Test Engineer in Baltimore, MD is $80,045, equivalent to $38 per hour, $1,539 weekly, or $6,670 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 Baltimore, MD vary widely, spanning from $69,177 to $90,902. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($74,357) and 75th percentile ($85,728), while top earners (90th percentile) make $90,902 per year. This $11,371 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, Baltimore Flight Test Engineer often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Baltimore currently ranks 262 statewide for Flight Test Engineer job salary. 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 $69,177 Baltimore, MD July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $74,357 Baltimore, MD July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $80,045 Baltimore, MD July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $85,728 Baltimore, MD July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $90,902 Baltimore, MD July 01, 2026
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Adams Communication & Engineering Technology Inc. Aerospace Division - Lexington Park, MD

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Northrop Grumman - Patuxent River, MD

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Senseonics, Incorporated - Germantown, MD

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    Flight Test Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
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