As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Quality Engineer Technician in Seattle, WA is $58,700, equivalent to $28 per hour, $1,129 weekly, or $4,892 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Quality Engineer Technician in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Quality Engineer Technician in Seattle, WA vary widely, spanning from $50,915 to $69,629. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($54,625) and 75th percentile ($64,420), while top earners (90th percentile) make $69,629 per year. This $9,795 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Troubleshooting or Repairing, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Seattle Quality Engineer Technician often earn 1.9% higher than national averages. However, Seattle currently ranks 67 statewide for Quality Engineer Technician 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
Quality Engineer Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Quality Engineer Technician Salary $50,915 Seattle, WA November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Quality Engineer Technician Salary $54,625 Seattle, WA November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Quality Engineer Technician Salary $58,700 Seattle, WA November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Quality Engineer Technician Salary $64,420 Seattle, WA November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Quality Engineer Technician Salary $69,629 Seattle, WA November 01, 2026
25% $54,625 10% $50,915 90% $69,629 75% $64,420 $58,700 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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