As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Operations Engineer in Chattanooga, TN is $88,567, equivalent to $43 per hour, $1,703 weekly, or $7,381 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Operations Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Operations Engineer in Chattanooga, TN vary widely, spanning from $77,200 to $99,245. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($82,617) and 75th percentile ($94,156), while top earners (90th percentile) make $99,245 per year. This $11,539 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or API, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Chattanooga Operations Engineer often earn 2.9% lower than national averages. However, Chattanooga currently ranks 714 statewide for Operations 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
Operations Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $77,200 Chattanooga, TN April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $82,617 Chattanooga, TN April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $88,567 Chattanooga, TN April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $94,156 Chattanooga, TN April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Operations Engineer Salary $99,245 Chattanooga, TN April 01, 2026
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    Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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