As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Flight Test Engineer in Jefferson, CO is $77,967, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,499 weekly, or $6,497 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 Jefferson, CO vary widely, spanning from $67,377 to $88,543. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($72,424) and 75th percentile ($83,503), while top earners (90th percentile) make $88,543 per year. This $11,079 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, Jefferson Flight Test Engineer often earn 1.6% higher than national averages. However, Jefferson currently ranks 328 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 $67,377 Jefferson, CO June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $72,424 Jefferson, CO June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $77,967 Jefferson, CO June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $83,503 Jefferson, CO June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $88,543 Jefferson, CO June 01, 2026
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    Flight Test Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Jefferson, Colorado    Jefferson is an unincorporated community and a U.S. Post Office in Park County, Colorado, United States. It is located the northern end of South Park....More

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