As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Flight Test Engineer in Manchester, CT is $81,839, equivalent to $39 per hour, $1,574 weekly, or $6,820 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 Manchester, CT vary widely, spanning from $70,714 to $92,923. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($76,016) and 75th percentile ($87,641), while top earners (90th percentile) make $92,923 per year. This $11,625 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, Manchester Flight Test Engineer often earn 1.3% higher than national averages. However, Manchester currently ranks 191 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 $70,714 Manchester, CT May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $76,016 Manchester, CT May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $81,839 Manchester, CT May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $87,641 Manchester, CT May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $92,923 Manchester, CT May 01, 2026
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