What are the main factors that influence a Lead Test Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change a Lead Test Engineer's salary?

A Lead Test Engineer's salary grows with experience: starting around $151,316 for beginners, reaching about $152,579 at mid-level, and approach $155,261 for experts.

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Test Engineer?

Lead Test Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Test Engineer roles are District of Columbia $170,853, California $170,205, Massachusetts $167,937. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Test Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Lead Test Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Lead Test Pilot: $169,718; Lead Software Test Engineer: $151,230; Electrical Test Engineer IV: $143,803; Test Engineer IV: $135,250; Performance Test Lead: $123,382.

Lead Test Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Test Engineer make in Delaware?

As of January 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Test Engineer in Delaware is $156,271 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $75.

However, a Lead Test Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $182,502
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $145,635 to $170,001
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $135,952

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Lead Test Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,001	$14,167	$3,269	$82
Average	$156,271	$13,023	$3,005	$75
25th Percentile	$145,635	$12,136	$2,801	$70

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Test Engineer Salaries

A Lead Test Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Lead Test Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Test Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $151,316
Early Career (1-2 years): $151,790
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $152,579
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $153,683
Expert (over 8 years): $155,261

Levels	Salary
Entry Level Lead Test Engineer	$151,316
Intermediate Level Lead Test Engineer	$151,790
Senior Level Lead Test Engineer	$152,579
Specialist Level Lead Test Engineer	$153,683
Expert Level Lead Test Engineer	$155,261

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How Do Lead Test Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Lead Test Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $170,853.
California: $170,205.
Massachusetts: $167,937.

District of Columbia $170,853 California $170,205 Massachusetts $167,937 Washington $167,319 New Jersey $167,258 Alaska $167,042 Connecticut $164,912 New York $164,048

Hawaii $161,286 Rhode Island $159,990 Maryland $159,110 Minnesota $157,906 Colorado $157,444 Illinois $157,289 Oregon $156,703 Delaware $156,271

New Hampshire $155,999 Virginia $155,391 Pennsylvania $153,617 Nevada $152,722 North Dakota $152,428 Michigan $151,965 Wisconsin $151,796 Vermont $151,456

Texas $150,515 Maine $150,453 Arizona $150,361 Ohio $150,253 Georgia $148,833 Indiana $148,123 Wyoming $147,984 Utah $147,768

Iowa $147,676 Kansas $146,935 Louisiana $146,719 North Carolina $146,642 Missouri $146,611 Florida $146,009 Montana $145,685 Nebraska $145,376

Kentucky $145,207 South Carolina $144,589 Tennessee $144,204 Idaho $144,049 New Mexico $142,923 Oklahoma $142,676 Alabama $141,766 South Dakota $140,238

Arkansas $139,405 West Virginia $138,957 Mississippi $137,615

Top Paying Cities for Lead Test Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Lincoln: $161,733
Little Creek: $160,237
Magnolia: $160,900

Lincoln, DE $161,733 Little Creek, DE $160,237 Magnolia, DE $160,900 Milford, DE $161,733 Marydel, DE $159,635 Millsboro, DE $161,733 Millville, DE $162,814 Milton, DE $161,733

Nassau, DE $161,733 Ocean View, DE $162,814 Rehoboth Beach, DE $162,814 Seaford, DE $160,036 Selbyville, DE $162,814 Smyrna, DE $159,450 Viola, DE $160,900 Woodside, DE $160,437

Bear, DE $158,277 Newark, DE $158,339 Claymont, DE $158,462 Delaware City, DE $158,339 Hockessin, DE $158,462 Kirkwood, DE $158,339 Middletown, DE $159,126 Montchanin, DE $158,462

New Castle, DE $158,462 Odessa, DE $159,342 Port Penn, DE $157,906 Rockland, DE $158,462 Saint Georges, DE $158,339 Townsend, DE $159,110 Winterthur, DE $158,462 Lewes, DE $161,733

Wilmington, DE $158,462 Dover, DE $160,159 Dover Afb, DE $160,530 Bethany Beach, DE $162,814 Bethel, DE $160,036 Bridgeville, DE $161,733 Camden Wyoming, DE $160,329 Cheswold, DE $159,789

Clayton, DE $159,388 Dagsboro, DE $162,814 Delmar, DE $160,036 Ellendale, DE $161,733 Felton, DE $161,733 Fenwick Island, DE $162,814 Frankford, DE $162,814 Frederica, DE $161,733

Georgetown, DE $161,733 Greenwood, DE $161,733 Harbeson, DE $161,733 Harrington, DE $161,733 Hartly, DE $159,311 Houston, DE $161,733 Kenton, DE $159,388 Laurel, DE $160,036

Yorklyn, DE $158,462

Lead Test Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Test Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on January 01, 2026

$145,635

Average $156,271/year

$170,001

$12,136

Average $13,023/month

$14,167

$2,801

Average $3,005/week

$3,269

$70

Average $75/hour

$82

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$170,001	$14,167	$3,269	$82
Average	$156,271	$13,023	$3,005	$75
25th Percentile	$145,635	$12,136	$2,801	$70

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