As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Flight Test Engineer in Taylor, MI is $77,181, equivalent to $37 per hour, $1,484 weekly, or $6,432 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 Taylor, MI vary widely, spanning from $66,689 to $87,634. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($71,689) and 75th percentile ($82,653), while top earners (90th percentile) make $87,634 per year. This $10,964 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, Taylor Flight Test Engineer often earn 1.0% lower than national averages. However, Taylor currently ranks 365 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 $66,689 Taylor, MI May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $71,689 Taylor, MI May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $77,181 Taylor, MI May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $82,653 Taylor, MI May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Flight Test Engineer Salary $87,634 Taylor, MI May 01, 2026
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About Taylor, Michigan    Taylor is a city in Wayne County in the U.S. state of Michigan. Its population was 63,131 at the 2010 census. Originally known as Taylor Township, its....More

Taylor, Michigan  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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