As of October 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Flight Test Engineer in San Antonio, TX is $72,296, equivalent to $35 per hour, $1,390 weekly, or $6,025 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 San Antonio, TX vary widely, spanning from $62,483 to $82,099. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($67,160) and 75th percentile ($77,427), while top earners (90th percentile) make $82,099 per year. This $10,267 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, San Antonio Flight Test Engineer often earn 4.5% lower than national averages. However, San Antonio currently ranks 643 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 $62,483 San Antonio, TX October 01, 2026
25th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $67,160 San Antonio, TX October 01, 2026
50th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $72,296 San Antonio, TX October 01, 2026
75th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $77,427 San Antonio, TX October 01, 2026
90th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $82,099 San Antonio, TX October 01, 2026
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