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Average Test Engineer Salary at Northrop Grumman Corporation in San Diego, California

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$93,350
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
25%
$72k
MEDIAN
$93k
75%
$126k

The average salary for a Test Engineer is $93,350 in 2025

Base Salary
$72k - $126k
Bonus
$0 - $1k
Total Pay
$72k - $127k
(last updated May 15 2020)
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What Do Test Engineers Do?

Test Engineer Tasks
  • Understand complex systems to create test plans and cases.
  • Automate tests and interpret results.
  • Provide test result information to other teams to improve product quality.
  • Create tests to inform debugging, root cause analysis, and improvement recommendations.
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Common Health Benefits for a Test Engineer

Medical
100%
Dental
80%
Vision
80%

Gender Breakdown for Test Engineers

Female
100.0%
This data is based on 1 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Test Engineers

What is the highest pay for Test Engineers in San Diego?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Test Engineer in San Diego is $NaN / year

What is the lowest pay for Test Engineers in San Diego?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Test Engineer in San Diego is $NaN / year

How can Test Engineers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Test Engineer is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Test Engineer that oversees more junior Test Engineers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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