Test engine mechanic demographics and statistics in the US
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Test engine mechanic gender statistics
8.8% of test engine mechanics are women and 91.2% of test engine mechanics are men.
- Male, 91.2%
- Female, 8.8%
Test engine mechanic gender ratio
| Gender | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Male | 91.2% |
| Female | 8.8% |
Test engine mechanic gender pay gap
Women earn $1.03 for every $1 earned by men
Male income
$76,451
Female income
$78,396
Test engine mechanic gender ratio over time
This data breaks down the percentage of men and women in test engine mechanic positions over time. Currently, 8.8% of test engine mechanics are female.
Test engine mechanic gender ratio by year
| Year | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 92.64% | 7.36% |
| 2011 | 94.85% | 5.15% |
| 2012 | 93.34% | 6.66% |
| 2013 | 93.73% | 6.27% |
| 2014 | 92.95% | 7.05% |
| 2015 | 92.35% | 7.65% |
| 2016 | 93.21% | 6.79% |
| 2017 | 91.81% | 8.19% |
| 2018 | 92.25% | 7.75% |
| 2019 | 92.17% | 7.83% |
| 2020 | 90.38% | 9.62% |
| 2021 | 91.16% | 8.84% |
Test engine mechanic related jobs gender ratio
We compared test engine mechanics with similar job titles to see how gender ratios vary. As you can see, senior electronics design engineer and refrigeration engineer have the biggest gender ratio gaps.
| Job title | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|
| Domestic Engineer | 11% | 89% |
| Test Engine Mechanic | 91% | 9% |
| Machine Tool Designer | 99% | 1% |
| Refrigeration Engineer | 99% | 1% |
| Senior Electronics Design Engineer | 99% | 1% |
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Test engine mechanic demographics by race
The most common ethnicity among test engine mechanics is White, which makes up 71.1% of all test engine mechanics. Comparatively, 11.7% of test engine mechanics are Asian and 9.1% of test engine mechanics are Hispanic or Latino.
- White, 71.1%
- Asian, 11.7%
- Hispanic or Latino, 9.1%
- Unknown, 4.6%
- Black or African American, 3.4%
- American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.1%
Test engine mechanic race
| Test engine mechanic race | Percentages |
|---|---|
| White | 71.1% |
| Asian | 11.7% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.1% |
| Unknown | 4.6% |
| Black or African American | 3.4% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 0.1% |
Test engine mechanic race and ethnicity over time
See how test engine mechanic racial and ethnic diversity trended since 2010 according to the United States Census Bureau data.
Test engine mechanic race and ethnicity by year
| Year | White | Black or African American | Asian | Hispanic or Latino |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 78.35% | 3.45% | 9.54% | 6.79% |
| 2011 | 78.41% | 3.45% | 9.32% | 7.09% |
| 2012 | 78.84% | 3.68% | 8.48% | 7.42% |
| 2013 | 78.41% | 2.93% | 9.98% | 6.84% |
| 2014 | 76.44% | 3.02% | 11.09% | 7.84% |
| 2015 | 76.92% | 3.27% | 9.71% | 8.44% |
| 2016 | 74.94% | 3.47% | 10.80% | 9.03% |
| 2017 | 75.66% | 2.75% | 10.52% | 8.95% |
| 2018 | 76.45% | 3.06% | 10.15% | 8.18% |
| 2019 | 74.90% | 3.31% | 10.66% | 8.46% |
| 2020 | 71.39% | 3.01% | 12.16% | 9.82% |
| 2021 | 71.14% | 3.36% | 11.66% | 9.14% |
Test engine mechanic wage gap by race
According to our data, hispanic or latino test engine mechanics have the highest average salary compared to other ethnicities. Black or african american test engine mechanics have the lowest average salary at $72,829.
| Ethnicity | Salary |
|---|---|
| Unknown | $76,544 |
| White | $77,385 |
| Black or African American | $72,829 |
| Asian | $76,846 |
| Hispanic or Latino | $78,783 |
Average test engine mechanic age
See how the average age of test engine mechanics varies based on ethnicity and gender.
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Test engine mechanic age by race and gender
| Race | Male age | Female age |
|---|---|---|
| Unknown | 39 | 36 |
| White | 40 | 33 |
| Black or African American | 40 | 48 |
| Asian | 38.5 | 34 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 39 | 26 |
Test engine mechanic age breakdown
The average age of test engine mechanics is 40+ years years old, representing 49% of the test engine mechanic population.
Test engine mechanic age breakdown
| Test Engine Mechanic Years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| 40+ years | 49% |
| 30-40 years | 31% |
| 20-30 years | 20% |
Test engine mechanic educational attainment
The most common degree for test engine mechanics is bachelor's degree, with 82% of test engine mechanics earning that degree. The second and third most common degree levels are master's degree degree at 9% and master's degree degree at 7%.
- Bachelor's, 82%
- Master's, 9%
- Associate, 7%
- High School Diploma, 2%
Test engine mechanics by degree level
| Test engine mechanic degree | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's | 82% |
| Master's | 9% |
| Associate | 7% |
| High School Diploma | 2% |
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Test engine mechanic wage gap by degree level
According to the data, test engine mechanics with a Doctorate degree earn more than those without, at $94,016 annually. With a Master's degree, test engine mechanics earn a median annual income of $87,242 compared to $77,750 for test engine mechanics with an Bachelor's degree.
| Education | Salary |
|---|---|
| Master's Degree | $87,242 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $77,750 |
| Doctorate Degree | $94,016 |
Test engine mechanic employment statistics
Most test engine mechanics work for a private in the technology industry.
Company size where test engine mechanics work
Below, you can see the size of companies where test engine mechanics work.
Test engine mechanic jobs by employer size
| Company size | Percentages |
|---|---|
| < 50 employees | 2% |
| 50 - 100 employees | 9% |
| 100 - 500 employees | 16% |
| 500 - 1,000 employees | 8% |
| 1,000 - 10,000 employees | 25% |
| > 10,000 employees | 39% |
Test engine mechanic jobs by company type
Employees with the test engine mechanic job title have their preferences when it comes to working for a company. For instance, most test engine mechanics prefer to work at private companies over public companies.
Test engine mechanic jobs by sector
| Company type | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Education | 2% |
| Public | 40% |
| Private | 55% |
| Government | 3% |
Test engine mechanic jobs by industry
The most common industries for test engine mechanics are technology, manufacturing and professional.
Test engine mechanic industry statistics
| Industry | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Technology | 24% |
| Fortune 500 | 17% |
| Manufacturing | 13% |
| Professional | 8% |
| Automotive | 7% |
| Transportation | 5% |
| Energy | 5% |
| Retail | 4% |
| Health Care | 3% |
| Telecommunication | 3% |
| Education | 2% |
| Finance | 2% |
| Construction | 2% |
| Start-up | 2% |
| Pharmaceutical | 1% |
| Government | 1% |
| Internet | 1% |
| Real Estate | 1% |
| Hospitality | 1% |
Test engine mechanic turnover and employment statistics
Test engine mechanic unemployment rate over time
The unemployment rate for test engine mechanics between 2008 and the most recent data has varied, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Test engine mechanic unemployment rate by year
| Year | Test engine mechanic unemployment rate |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 6.09% |
| 2011 | 4.26% |
| 2012 | 2.86% |
| 2013 | 1.99% |
| 2014 | 1.63% |
| 2015 | 1.74% |
| 2016 | 1.46% |
| 2017 | 1.74% |
| 2018 | 1.20% |
| 2019 | 1.42% |
| 2020 | 2.46% |
| 2021 | 2.18% |
Average test engine mechanic tenure
The average test engine mechanic stays at their job for 1-2 years, based on the 329 test engine mechanics resumes in Zippia's database.
Test engine mechanic tenure statistics
| Number of years | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | 20% |
| 1-2 years | 30% |
| 3-4 years | 18% |
| 5-7 years | 17% |
| 8-10 years | 4% |
| 11+ years | 11% |
Test engine mechanic LGBT ratio compared to similar jobs
Review the percent of test engine mechanics that are members of the LGBT community. You can see how this compares to similar jobs in the chart below.
| Job title | LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| EHS Coordinator | 3.67% | 10,790 |
| Test Engine Mechanic | 4.55% | - |
| Solar Energy Engineer | 5.25% | 6,381 |
| Circuit Design Engineer | 6.39% | 70,906 |
| Flight Analyst | 7.54% | 12,246 |
| Chemical Research Engineer | 8.92% | 49,328 |
| Metallurgical Specialist | 10.43% | 24,321 |
Similar test engine mechanic jobs LGBT demographics
| Profession | Percentages of LGBT | Job openings |
|---|---|---|
| EHS Coordinator | 3.67% | 10,790 |
| Solar Energy Engineer | 5.25% | 6,381 |
| Circuit Design Engineer | 6.39% | 70,906 |
| Flight Analyst | 7.54% | 12,246 |
| Chemical Research Engineer | 8.92% | 49,328 |
| Metallurgical Specialist | 10.43% | 24,321 |
Foreign languages spoken by test engine mechanics
The most common foreign language among test engine mechanics is Spanish at 30.0%. The second-most popular foreign language spoken is French at 20.0% and Mandarin is the third-most popular at 20.0%.
- Spanish, 30.0%
- French, 20.0%
- Mandarin, 20.0%
- German, 10.0%
- Dutch, 10.0%
- Other, 10.0%
Test engine mechanic languages spoken
| Foreign language | Percentages |
|---|---|
| Spanish | 30.0% |
| French | 20.0% |
| Mandarin | 20.0% |
| German | 10.0% |
| Dutch | 10.0% |
| Other | 10.0% |
