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How much does System Test Engineer make?
Total pay range
$107K - $167K/yr
$133K/yrMedian total pay
Pay breakdown
$91K - $138K/yrBase pay
$16K - $29K/yrAdditional pay
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Last updated Apr 10, 2025504 Salaries submitted
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What is the pay outlook for Engineering?
Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.
Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for System Test Engineer in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $137,060, Aerospace & Defense with a median total pay of $128,125, Telecommunications with a median total pay of $115,955, Manufacturing with a median total pay of $111,282, and Construction, Repair & Maintenance Services with a median total pay of $109,899.
Information Technology
Top paying companies in Information Technology for System Test Engineer are Splunk, Qualcomm, and Symbotic.
Frequently asked questions about System Test Engineer salaries
The average salary for System Test Engineer is $132,611 per year or $64 per hour, with top earners making up to $203,437 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $106,586 (25th percentile) to $166,517 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 504 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by System Test Engineer employees.
The highest salary for System Test Engineer is $166,517 per year, $13,876 per month or $80 per hour.
The lowest salary for System Test Engineer is $106,586 per year, $8,882 per month or $51 per hour.
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