Aircraft Structural Maintenance Salary in the United States

How much does an Aircraft Structural Maintenance make in the United States?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for an Aircraft Structural Maintenance in the United States is $42,365 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $20.

However, an Aircraft Structural Maintenance's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $51,783
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $38,970 to $47,295
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $35,880
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Aircraft Structural Maintenance Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary
Monthly
Pay
Weekly
Pay
Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $47,295 $3,941 $910 $23
Average $42,365 $3,530 $815 $20
25th Percentile $38,970 $3,248 $749 $19
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Key Factors That Influence Aircraft Structural Maintenance Salaries

An Aircraft Structural Maintenance's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Aircraft Structural Maintenance Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Aircraft Structural Maintenance's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here’s how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $38,514
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $42,601
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $47,432
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $61,261
  • Expert (over 8 years): $70,066
Levels Salary
Banking O... Level Aircraft Structural Maintenance$38,514
Aircraft ... Level Aircraft Structural Maintenance$42,601
Banking O... Level Aircraft Structural Maintenance$47,432
Banking O... Level Aircraft Structural Maintenance$61,261
Banking O... Level Aircraft Structural Maintenance$70,066
$38,514 0 yr
$42,601 < 2 yrs
$47,432 2-4 yrs
$61,261 5-8 yrs
$70,066 > 8 yrs
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Top Paying Cities for Aircraft Structural Maintenances

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • San Jose: $53,435
  • San Francisco: $52,850
  • Oakland: $51,736

What Skills Can Increase an Aircraft Structural Maintenance's Salary?

Demanded Skills for the Role:

  • Customer Service (Mentioned in 4.31% Job Postings): Customer service is the provision of service to customers before, during and after a purchase. The perception of success of such interactions is dependent on employees "who can adjust themselves to the personality of the guest". Customer service concerns the priority an organization assigns to customer service relative to components such as product innovation and pricing. In this sense, an organization that values good customer service may spend more money in training employees than the average organization or may proactively interview customers for feedback. From the point of view of an overall sales process engineering effort, customer service plays an important role in an organization's ability to generate income and revenue. From that perspective, customer service should be included as part of an overall approach to systematic improvement. One good customer service experience can change the entire perception a customer holds towards the organization.
  • Business Development (Mentioned in 2.62% Job Postings): Business development entails tasks and processes to develop and implement growth opportunities within and between organizations. It is a subset of the fields of business, commerce and organizational theory. Business development is the creation of long-term value for an organization from customers, markets, and relationships. Business development can be taken to mean any activity by either a small or large organization, non-profit or for-profit enterprise which serves the purpose of ‘developing’ the business in some way. In addition, business development activities can be done internally or externally by a business development consultant. External business development can be facilitated through Planning Systems, which are put in place by governments to help small businesses. In addition, reputation building has also proven to help facilitate business development.
  • Debit Card (Mentioned in 1.78% Job Postings): A Debit Card is a card issued by a bank allowing the holder to transfer money electronically to another bank account when making a purchase.
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Skills Demand Percentage
Customer Service 4.31%
Business Development 2.62%
Debit Card 1.78%
What skills can make your compensation higher?
Mastering certain specialized skills can lead to a significant increase in pay. Here are examples of skills and the potential impact they can have on an Aircraft Structural Maintenance's salary.
  • Succession Planning: Can increase your salary by up to 99%.
  • Program Management: Can increase your salary by up to 35%.
  • Sales Support: Can increase your salary by up to 30%.
Skill Salary Salary % Increase
Succession Planning
$84,307
99%
Program Management
$57,193
35%
Sales Support
$55,075
30%
Commercial Loans
$52,533
24%
Relationship Management
$52,109
23%
Presentation
$52,109
23%
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Aircraft Structural Maintenance Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Aircraft Structural Maintenance roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 110% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 60% above the average. In contrast, Aircraft Structural Maintenance positions in Insurance or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Aircraft Structural Maintenance as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Aircraft Structural Maintenance

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services$67,784$33.060%
Business Services$55,075$26.030%

Aircraft Structural Maintenance Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Aircraft Structural Maintenance's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

Salary Trends for Aircraft Structural Maintenance

Salaries for an Aircraft Structural Maintenance can change over time, reflecting shifts in market demand and the overall economy. The median salary increased from $36,652 in 2023 to around $36,796 in 2025, reflecting changes in demand, location, experience, and the wider economy. For a detailed analysis of Aircraft Structural Maintenance salary trends, .

Average Annual Salary of Aircraft Structural Maintenance Over Time

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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    Columbus, OH

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FAQ about Aircraft Structural Maintenance

1. What industry pays the highest salary for Aircraft Structural Maintenance?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Aircraft Structural Maintenance roles, with salaries approximately 60% above the market median.

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