As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Flight Test Engineer in Lubbock, TX is $69,296, equivalent to $33 per hour, $1,333 weekly, or $5,775 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 Lubbock, TX vary widely, spanning from $59,876 to $78,681. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,365) and 75th percentile ($74,209), while top earners (90th percentile) make $78,681 per year. This $9,844 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, Lubbock Flight Test Engineer often earn 8.5% lower than national averages. However, Lubbock currently ranks 759 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 $59,876 Lubbock, TX May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $64,365 Lubbock, TX May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $69,296 Lubbock, TX May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $74,209 Lubbock, TX May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $78,681 Lubbock, TX 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 Lubbock, TX. The base salary for Flight Test Engineer ranges from $64,365 to $74,209 with the average base salary of $69,296. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $72,381 to $85,966 with the average total cash compensation of $78,636.

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About Lubbock, Texas    Lubbock (/ˈlʌbək/ LUB-ək) is the 11th-most populous city in the U.S. state of Texas and the county seat of Lubbock County. With a population of 256,04....More

Lubbock, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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