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Job outlook for test engine mechanics in the United States
Are test engine mechanic jobs in demand?
Test engine mechanic job and salary trends over time
Test engine mechanic jobs over time
Test engine mechanic job growth rate over time
| Year | # of jobs | % of population |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 164 | 0.00% |
| 2020 | 174 | 0.00% |
| 2019 | 182 | 0.00% |
| 2018 | 179 | 0.00% |
| 2017 | 172 | 0.00% |
Average test engine mechanic salary over time
Test engine mechanic salary by year
| Year | Avg. salary | Hourly rate | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $78,505 | $37.74 | +2.0% |
| 2025 | $76,999 | $37.02 | +1.2% |
| 2024 | $76,076 | $36.58 | +1.7% |
| 2023 | $74,779 | $35.95 | +2.0% |
| 2022 | $73,307 | $35.24 | +0.7% |
Test engine mechanic jobs by state
Most common states for test engine mechanics
| Rank | State | Population | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | District of Columbia | 693,972 | 212 | 31% |
| 2 | Iowa | 3,145,711 | 698 | 22% |
| 3 | Utah | 3,101,833 | 651 | 21% |
| 4 | Montana | 1,050,493 | 218 | 21% |
| 5 | New Mexico | 2,088,070 | 417 | 20% |
| 6 | North Dakota | 755,393 | 152 | 20% |
| 7 | Vermont | 623,657 | 123 | 20% |
| 8 | Maryland | 6,052,177 | 1,165 | 19% |
| 9 | Washington | 7,405,743 | 1,310 | 18% |
| 10 | Massachusetts | 6,859,819 | 1,238 | 18% |
| 11 | Colorado | 5,607,154 | 1,001 | 18% |
| 12 | Delaware | 961,939 | 169 | 18% |
| 13 | Alaska | 739,795 | 135 | 18% |
| 14 | Virginia | 8,470,020 | 1,452 | 17% |
| 15 | Minnesota | 5,576,606 | 896 | 16% |
| 16 | Oregon | 4,142,776 | 658 | 16% |
| 17 | New Hampshire | 1,342,795 | 209 | 16% |
| 18 | Wyoming | 579,315 | 90 | 16% |
| 19 | California | 39,536,653 | 5,862 | 15% |
| 20 | Alabama | 4,874,747 | 716 | 15% |
Most common cities for test engine mechanics
| Rank | City | # of jobs | Employment/ 1000ppl | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sunnyvale | 4 | 3% | $103,742 |
| 2 | Shrewsbury | 1 | 3% | $103,058 |
| 3 | Kent | 2 | 2% | $100,430 |
| 4 | Livermore | 2 | 2% | $103,898 |
| 5 | Columbus | 1 | 2% | $70,461 |
| 6 | Cupertino | 1 | 2% | $103,655 |
| 7 | East Hartford | 1 | 2% | $86,247 |
| 8 | Redmond | 1 | 2% | $100,466 |
| 9 | Stratford | 1 | 2% | $86,234 |
| 10 | Huntsville | 1 | 1% | $89,231 |
| 11 | Mountain View | 1 | 1% | $103,786 |
| 12 | Redondo Beach | 1 | 1% | $96,825 |
| 13 | Savannah | 1 | 1% | $73,550 |
| 14 | Minneapolis | 1 | 0% | $90,686 |
| 15 | Phoenix | 1 | 0% | $87,278 |
| 16 | San Diego | 1 | 0% | $96,157 |
| 17 | Wichita | 1 | 0% | $66,138 |
Test Engine Mechanic job outlook: Expert opinions
Our panel of test engine mechanic experts
Marshall University
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Wichita State University
University of Alaska Fairbanks
Dr. Yousef Sardahi
Associate Professor of Mechanical EngineeringMarshall University
Engineering
What general advice would you give to a Test Engine Mechanic?
Dr. Yousef Sardahi: In the next 3-5 years, several skills are expected to become increasingly important in the mechanical engineering field: Advanced Computational Skills, Robotics and Automation, Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing, Renewable Energy Technologies, Data Analysis and IoT, Materials Science, Systems Engineering and Integration, Project Management and Leadership, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Communication and Soft Skills.
What experience really stands out on Test Engine Mechanic resumes?
Dr. Mingshao Zhang: Internship and Co-op (Cooperative Education) experiences that related to the industry.
Charles Jenckes
Assistant ProfessorUniversity of North Carolina at Charlotte
Mechanical Engineering
What skills stand out on Test Engine Mechanic resumes?
Charles Jenckes: For new graduates
1.Where the candidate went to school and what was studied
2.GPA
3.Any successful internships
4.Projects completed by the student
Dr. Atul Rai Ph.D.
Associate ProfessorWichita State University
School of Accountancy, Barton School of Business
What experience really stands out on Test Engine Mechanic resumes?
Dr. Atul Rai Ph.D.: Employers are looking for people who can integrate in multi-disciplinary environments to solve complex problems. They are looking for resumes that show quick learning. Such resumes will permanently be in great demand. Because the world is interconnected much more than it ever was, employees today will deal with customers, supply-chains, and fellow employees who are spread all over the world. It means that an experience that showcases the global perspective will be in demand over the long-term.
How would you rate the starting salaries for Test Engine Mechanics, as well as the prospects for salary advancement?
Daisy Huang: Above average, but you won't be a millionaire easily (you can with some effort, saving, and investing well). It is very unlikely you'll ever be *super* wealthy, but it's also very unlikely you'll ever not find employment in your field. You'll have a solid ticket to a modestly comfortable life, with some luxuries, too.