As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Structural Assembler, Sr. in the United States is $63,749. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $57,100 to $71,139, with most professionals earning between $51,046 and $77,867.
| Annual Salary |
Monthly Pay |
Weekly Pay |
Hourly Wage |
|
| 75th Percentile | $71,139 | $5,928 | $1,368 | $34 |
| Average | $63,749 | $5,312 | $1,226 | $31 |
| 25th Percentile | $57,100 | $4,758 | $1,098 | $27 |
An entry-level Structural Assembler, Sr. with less than 1 year of experience earns about $60,772. With 1-2 years of experience, the average salary increases to $61,268. For 2-4 years of experience, the pay typically rises to $62,260. Senior-level professionals with 5-8 years of experience earn around $63,749, and those with over 8 years of experience can expect an average of $66,506.
| Levels | Salary |
|---|---|
| Entry Level Structural Assembler, Sr. | $60,772 |
| Intermediate Level Structural Assembler, Sr. | $61,268 |
| Senior Level Structural Assembler, Sr. | $62,260 |
| Specialist Level Structural Assembler, Sr. | $63,749 |
| Expert Level Structural Assembler, Sr. | $66,506 |
| Entry Level | 5% |
| Mid Level | 4% |
| Senior Level | 2% |
| Top Level | 0% |
| Experienced | 4% |
Salaries in the United States differ widely between states due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
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Salaries in the United States can vary greatly between cities due to factors like cost of living, local economies, and industry presence.
As of April 01, 2025, our research reveals a significant shift in Structural Assembler, Sr. compensation over the past six years. For example, the median salary increased from $51,249 in 2023 to approximately $50,915 in 2024. (For a detailed analysis of Structural Assembler, Sr. salary trends, click here.)
Key factors like location, experience, industry demand, and economic growth significantly influence salary variations, making them important to consider.
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| Core Compensation | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Base Salary | $63,749 | 69.1% | ||
| Bonus | $0 | 0.0% | ||
| Value of Benefits | ||||
| Core Compensation | Median | % of Total | ||
| Social Security | $4,877 | 5.3% | ||
| 401K/403B | $2,677 | 2.9% | ||
| Disability | $1,275 | 1.4% | ||
| Healthcare | $8,352 | 9.1% | ||
| Pension | $3,442 | 3.7% | ||
| Time Off | $7,846 | 8.5% | ||
| Total Compensation | $92,219 | 100% | ||
| Degree Level | % of user with this level of education |
|---|---|
| High School | 62.5% |
| Associates | 25.0% |
| Bachelors | 12.5% |
What Am I Worth?
The average annual salary of Structural Assembler, Sr. is $63,749. In case you are finding an easy salary calculator, the average hourly pay of Structural Assembler, Sr. is $31; the average weekly pay of Structural Assembler, Sr. is $1,226; the average monthly pay of Structural Assembler, Sr. is $5,312.
A Structural Assembler, Sr.'s earning potential can vary widely depending on several factors, including location, industry, experience, education, and the specific employer. According to the latest salary data by Salary.com, a Structural Assembler, Sr. earns the most in San Jose, CA, where the annual salary of a Structural Assembler, Sr. is $80,407.
The highest pay for Structural Assembler, Sr. is $77,867.
The lowest pay for Structural Assembler, Sr. is $51,046.
Assembles major aircraft structures and subassemblies such as bulkheads, fuselage panels, rudders, flaps, and stabilizers. Prepares parts for assembly by filing, burring, crimping, framing, drilling, and reaming. Refers to technical drawings and written directions and instructs subordinates. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. Typically requires 3-5 years of related experience.
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