Aircraft Mechanic Salary in Washington, District of Columbia

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How much does an Aircraft Mechanic make in Washington, DC? The average Aircraft Mechanic salary in Washington, DC is $81,639 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $72,199 and $93,211. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Percentile	Salary	Location	Last Updated
10th Percentile Aircraft Mechanic Salary	$63,604	Washington,DC	March 01, 2025
25th Percentile Aircraft Mechanic Salary	$72,199	Washington,DC	March 01, 2025
50th Percentile Aircraft Mechanic Salary	$81,639	Washington,DC	March 01, 2025
75th Percentile Aircraft Mechanic Salary	$93,211	Washington,DC	March 01, 2025
90th Percentile Aircraft Mechanic Salary	$103,746	Washington,DC	March 01, 2025

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Aircraft Mechanic

ACL Digital - Manassas , VA

Product Repair/Mod Tech B \ Aircraft Mechanic Manassas, VA Job Description: We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled A&P Technician for the Saab 340 platform. The ideal candidate will have 2 ...

LinkedIn - 2 days ago

Aircraft Mechanic

Teksky LLC - Long Beach , CA

We are seeking a skilled Aircraft Maintenance Mechanic to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and renovating aircraft, ranging from single-engine ...

LinkedIn - 5 days ago

Aircraft Structures Mechanic - Per diem offered

22nd Century Technologies Inc. - San Antonio , TX

Aircraft Structural Mechanic II Location: San Antonio, TX 29418 Duration: 6 Months assignment with possible extension Shift Schedule: 6:00 AM-2:30 PM (Candidates should be available to work variable ...

LinkedIn - 4 days ago

F-16 Aircraft Mechanic III

AAR - Homestead , FL

Summary The F-16 Aircraft Mechanic is responsible for: Aircraft recovery, parking, safing, and preparing for depot induction and delivery; safe towing operations; aircraft post-flight and preflight ...

LinkedIn - 56 days ago

A&P Mechanic Mobile Service Unit

Textron Aviation - Providence , RI

Will identify and correct issues on malfunctioning aircraft mechanical components and systems ... Performs a variety of diagnostic and mechanical duties on Jet aircraft and assist with the ...

LinkedIn - 9 days ago

Senior Flight Line Mechanic I

Piper Aircraft - Vero Beach , FL

... aircraft parts and assemblies, as well as the installation and testing of aircraft systems and ... Perform all of the job functions of a Flight Line Mechanic II plus the following: • Maintaining ...

LinkedIn - 21 days ago

What does an Aircraft Mechanic do?

Aircraft Mechanic in Niagara Falls, NY

Required to adhere to procedures and requirements outlined in the official Flight Research Operations manual.

April 19, 2023

Aircraft Mechanic

Installs, aligns, and makes needed adjustments to major components and assemblies such as engines, propeller/rotors, transmissions, hydraulic systems, etc.

July 10, 2022

Participates and/or supports the ATS Velocity Process Improvement Initiative.

October 30, 2022

Performs preflight, postflight, thru flight, periodic,isochronal, phase, hourly and special inspections, as well as servicing, defueling,scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.

December 14, 2022

Communicate effectively with other maintenance personnel at all levels by keeping co-workers and leadership apprised of work progress and difficulties as they arise.

January 07, 2023

Complete the Occupational Questionnaire, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

March 09, 2023

Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations, and maintains a safe and clean work area.

March 12, 2023

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May 05, 2023

Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.

May 18, 2023

Works with, coordinates and oversees the work of lower graded aircraft mechanics and certifies the work of journey level workers in other trades working on the assigned aircraft.

May 19, 2023

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About Washington, District of Columbia

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...

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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

72199

93211

81639

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

72907

93880

82365

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Aircraft Mechanic in Washington, DC. The base salary for Aircraft Mechanic ranges from $72,199 to $93,211 with the average base salary of $81,639. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $72,907 to $93,880 with the average total cash compensation of $82,365.

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72199

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About Washington, District of Columbia Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area....More

Washington, District of Columbia area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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