How much does an Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic make in the United States? The average Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic salary in the United States is $73,482 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $64,989 and $83,897. 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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Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees hav
- 3 days ago
Department of the Air Force - PORTLAND , OR
Duties As a SHEET METAL MECHANIC (AIRCRAFT), WG-3806-10, this position is located within a National Guard aircraft maintenance organization. Its primary purpose
- 4 days ago
Duties As a SHEET METAL MECHANIC (AIRCRAFT) WG-3806-10 (TITLE 32) you will independently inspect aircraft and determines the nature and extent of repairs to be
- 4 days ago
Department of the Navy - PEARL HARBOR NAVAL BASE , HI
Duties * You will serve as a Leader Expert in the installation, maintenance, removal and modification of temporary shipboard ventilation and air conditioning di
- 4 days ago
Department of the Navy - POINT LOMA COMPLEX , CA
Duties * You will manufacture, assemble, install, remove, and repair ventilation, furnishings, and items including but not limited to nonstructural bulkheads an
- 4 days ago
Department of the Navy - POINT LOMA COMPLEX , CA
Duties * You will ensure plans, blueprints, materials, and tools are available and needed stock is obtained from supply locations. You will pass on instructions
- 4 days ago

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Average Base Salary

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64989
83897
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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
65624
84503
74139
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic in the United States. The base salary for Aircraft Sheet Metal Mechanic ranges from $64,989 to $83,897 with the average base salary of $73,482. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $65,624 to $84,503 with the average total cash compensation of $74,139.

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