ETP Salary 2026: $158,684–$186,445 — Engineering Test Pilot (Government of Canada)
Effective Date: 2026-01-26 · Verified 2026-04-26
ETP rates of pay for all ETP (Engineering Test Pilot) levels in the Canadian federal public service, 2026. Salaries range from $158,684 to $186,445 across 1 level. Category: Technical & IT. Source: Treasury Board collective agreements.
| Level | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 | Step 6 | Step 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ETP-01 | $158,684 ~$101K net | $162,987 ~$103K net | $167,419 ~$106K net | $171,942 ~$108K net | $176,630 ~$110K net | $181,455 ~$112K net | $186,445 ~$115K net |
Net estimates assume Ontario, no dependents, PSPP Group 2 (post-2013 hire). Use the calculator for your full situation including province, marital status, RRSP, union dues, and pension group.
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ETP-01
$158,684 – $186,445
$6,103 – $7,171 biweekly (before deductions)
Rates effective from 2026-01-26 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
ETP-01 pay raise history (rates from previous collective agreements)
| Effective Date | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 | Step 6 | Step 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-26 | $158,684 | $162,987 | $167,419 | $171,942 | $176,630 | $181,455 | $186,445 |
| 2025-01-26 | $155,573 | $159,791 | $164,136 | $168,571 | $173,167 | $177,897 | $182,789 |
| 2024-01-26 | $152,142 | $156,268 | $160,517 | $164,854 | $169,348 | $173,974 | $178,758 |
| 2023-01-26 | $146,976 | $150,962 | $155,066 | $159,256 | $163,597 | $168,066 | $172,688 |
| 2022-01-26 | $140,252 | $144,056 | $147,973 | $151,971 | $156,113 | $160,378 | — |
ETP – Engineering Test Pilot
$158,684 – $186,445
$6,103 – $7,171 biweekly (before deductions)
1 level · Salary data from Treasury Board collective agreements
Rates effective from 2026-01-26 · Last verified 2026-04-26 · methodology
About the ETP Classification
The ETP (Engineering Test Pilot) group is one of the smallest and most specialized classifications in the entire federal public service. ETP employees are qualified test pilots who fly experimental or modified aircraft as part of defence research and development programs. They work primarily with the Department of National Defence and Defence Research and Development Canada, conducting flight testing to evaluate aircraft performance, weapons systems, avionics, and other aerospace technologies.
ETP positions require military or civilian test pilot school graduation, extensive flying experience (typically thousands of hours), and the ability to conduct systematic flight test evaluations. These are among the most exclusive qualifications in any federal classification. The work involves flying aircraft under non-standard conditions to test limits, evaluate modifications, and gather engineering data — inherently high-risk work that demands exceptional skill and judgment.
The extremely small size of the ETP group reflects the narrow scope of federal flight testing in Canada. Most military flight testing is conducted by serving CAF personnel rather than civilian federal employees, making ETP positions rare. Compensation reflects the extraordinary qualifications required, but federal test pilot pay remains below what commercial airlines and aerospace companies offer to similarly qualified pilots.
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ETP salary — frequently asked questions
What is the ETP salary range?
The ETP (Engineering Test Pilot) salary range is $158,684 to $186,445 per year as of 2026-01-26, across 1 level (ETP-01). Rates are sourced from publicly published collective agreements.
What does ETP stand for in the Government of Canada?
ETP is the Treasury Board classification code for Engineering Test Pilot positions in the Government of Canada. It covers 1 level (ETP-01) reflecting different levels of responsibility and seniority.
How much does a ETP-01 make?
A ETP-01 earns $158,684 (Step 1) to $186,445 (Step 7) per year as of 2026-01-26. ETP-01 is the senior-most level in the ETP group.
When was the ETP pay scale last updated?
The current ETP pay scale on FedPay.ca is effective 2026-01-26, with a total of 7 pay steps across 1 level. Data is verified against Treasury Board collective agreements regularly.
What is the ETP take-home pay after taxes?
ETP take-home pay depends on your level, step, province, and pension group. Use the FedPay.ca take-home pay calculator at fedpay.ca/take-home to see your net pay after federal tax, provincial tax, CPP, EI, and Public Service Pension Plan contributions for any ETP level and step.