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Provides technical support in the research and coordination of projects/assignments that cross departmental or divisional lines; acts as lead for organizational projects/assignments.
Essential Functions
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate aircraft maintenance project.
- Manage resources, parts, and tool availability.
- Monitor budgets; ensure regulatory compliance; maintain project documentation.
- Report progress to management and customers; lead continuous improvement initiatives related to maintenance processes.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree/equivalent in aviation management, or related field.
Minimum Experience
Three (3) years in aviation maintenance or project administration.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Understanding of aircraft maintenance functions within Air Operations. Proficiency with MS Office, PM tools, strong communication and organizational skills; knowledge of aviation regulations and QA processes.
Preferred Qualifications:
Extensive computer experience with knowledge of SAS preferred. The desired location for this position would be Oakland, California. Employees will be required to work at the FedEx location five days a week.
Pay Transparency:
- Pay: $7,152.35 - $11,801.37 USD Monthly
Additional Details:
To be eligible for consideration, you must APPLY and UPLOAD a copy of your resume. Posting will close May 18, 2026, at 5PM CST.
The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location or locations. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the ranges for each level in that job family. Actual pay is determined by several job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, including, but not limited to, experience relative to the job, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment. In California, the compensation listed reflects the range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position upon hire.
For details on our comprehensive benefits, click here.
California Fair Chance:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.
FedEx complies with criminal history and Security Threat Assessment (STA) screening requirements defined by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for positions requiring security identification display area (SIDA) access, Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations for commercial driving positions, Department of Defense Facility Security Office standard procedures in covered facilities, and all other laws, regulations, or executive orders, including those required by federal, state, or local government contract, or which the Attorney General determines to be essential for an employer to do business with an agency or department of the federal, state, or local government.
Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.
Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
- Know Your Rights
- Pay Transparency
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act
E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only). Please click below to learn more about the E-Verify program:
- E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
- Right to Work Notice (English) / (Spanish)
INTRODUCTION
Provides technical support in the research and coordination of projects/assignments that cross departmental or divisional lines; acts as lead for organizational projects/assignments.
Essential Functions
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate aircraft maintenance project.
- Manage resources, parts, and tool availability.
- Monitor budgets; ensure regulatory compliance; maintain project documentation.
- Report progress to management and customers; lead continuous improvement initiatives related to maintenance processes.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education
Bachelor's degree/equivalent in aviation management, or related field.
Minimum Experience
Three (3) years in aviation maintenance or project administration.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Understanding of aircraft maintenance functions within Air Operations. Proficiency with MS Office, PM tools, strong communication and organizational skills; knowledge of aviation regulations and QA processes.
Preferred Qualifications:
Extensive computer experience with knowledge of SAS preferred. The desired location for this position would be Oakland, California. Employees will be required to work at the FedEx location five days a week.
Pay Transparency:
- Pay: $7,152.35 - $11,801.37 USD Monthly
Additional Details:
To be eligible for consideration, you must APPLY and UPLOAD a copy of your resume. Posting will close May 18, 2026, at 5PM CST.
The compensation listed reflects the pay range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position at the posted location or locations. If this opportunity includes multiple job levels, the pay information represents the ranges for each level in that job family. Actual pay is determined by several job-related factors permitted by law and relevant to the position, including, but not limited to, experience relative to the job, tenure, market level, pay at the location for this job, performance, schedule, and work assignment. In California, the compensation listed reflects the range or rate of pay reasonably expected for this posted position upon hire.
For details on our comprehensive benefits, click here.
California Fair Chance:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.
FedEx complies with criminal history and Security Threat Assessment (STA) screening requirements defined by the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for positions requiring security identification display area (SIDA) access, Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations for commercial driving positions, Department of Defense Facility Security Office standard procedures in covered facilities, and all other laws, regulations, or executive orders, including those required by federal, state, or local government contract, or which the Attorney General determines to be essential for an employer to do business with an agency or department of the federal, state, or local government.
Federal Express Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer including, Vets/Disability.
Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application process. Applicants who require reasonable accommodations in the application or hiring process should contact recruitmentsupport@fedex.com.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws:
- Know Your Rights
- Pay Transparency
- Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
- Employee Polygraph Protection Act
E-Verify Program Participant: Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services’ E-Verify program (For U.S. applicants and employees only). Please click below to learn more about the E-Verify program:
- E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
- Right to Work Notice (English) / (Spanish)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding FedEx OPT Eligible Jobs USA
Target operations and engineering roles first
FedEx's highest OPT hiring volume sits in industrial engineering, operations research, and supply chain roles tied to its logistics network. Filter your search to these functions before applying broadly. Roles with direct ties to network optimization or hub operations convert to H-1B sponsorship at higher rates.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
STEM OPT's 24-month extension requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. FedEx participates in E-Verify, but confirm the specific legal entity on your offer letter matches, since subsidiaries or staffing arms may have separate registrations that affect your STEM OPT eligibility.
Align your OPT start date with FedEx hiring cycles
FedEx recruits most heavily for full-time roles in late summer and early fall. If your OPT authorization window opens in winter or spring, you risk missing the primary hiring cycle. Time your graduation and OPT application to USCIS so your EAD start date lands within that window.
Use Migrate Mate to research FedEx H-1B filing history
Before accepting an offer, verify FedEx's H-1B sponsorship track record by role and location. Migrate Mate surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data so you can see which job titles and office locations FedEx has historically sponsored, giving you real leverage in post-OPT planning conversations.
Document your technical contributions in measurable terms
FedEx's H-1B petitions for former OPT employees hinge on demonstrating specialty occupation. During your OPT period, keep a running record of projects, tools, and quantifiable outcomes. This documentation directly supports the employer's specialty occupation argument when they file your I-129 petition with USCIS.
Raise H-1B sponsorship before your final OPT months
FedEx's internal PERM and H-1B processes require lead time. Waiting until the last months of your OPT to discuss sponsorship puts you behind their procurement and legal timelines. Open the conversation with your manager and HR contact at least 12 months before your OPT authorization expires.
FedEx OPT Eligibility: Frequently Asked Questions
Does FedEx sponsor OPT visas?
FedEx doesn't sponsor OPT itself. OPT is work authorization granted by USCIS directly to F-1 students, not something employers petition for. What FedEx does is hire students who already hold an OPT EAD. FedEx is enrolled in E-Verify, which qualifies it as an employer for the STEM OPT 24-month extension.
Which departments at FedEx hire the most OPT students?
Industrial engineering, supply chain analytics, network operations, and information technology are the functions where FedEx most consistently brings on OPT students. These roles align with STEM-designated fields, making them strong candidates for the 24-month STEM OPT extension and, later, H-1B sponsorship through FedEx.
How do I start the STEM OPT extension process at FedEx?
You initiate STEM OPT through your DSO at your university, not through FedEx. FedEx's role is to complete the Form I-983 training plan with you and maintain its E-Verify enrollment. File your STEM OPT application with USCIS at least 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires to avoid a gap in authorization.
How do I know if FedEx will sponsor my H-1B after OPT?
Migrate Mate lets you search FedEx's DOL Labor Condition Application history by job title and location, showing which roles the company has historically sponsored for H-1B. Pair that data with direct conversations with your FedEx HR contact during your OPT period to gauge the company's sponsorship commitment before the H-1B lottery window opens.
What is the typical timeline from OPT to H-1B at FedEx?
H-1B petitions must be filed with USCIS by April 1 for an October 1 start date. If your OPT ends before October 1 and your petition is selected in the lottery, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization automatically. Start H-1B sponsorship conversations with FedEx at least 12 to 18 months before your OPT expires.
How does FedEx hire OPT students?
OPT is work authorization granted directly to F-1 students after graduation — no employer petition is required. FedEx can hire OPT students as soon as their EAD card is approved. STEM degree holders can extend OPT by 24 months when their employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Most companies that hire OPT students also support the transition to H-1B when the student's OPT period is ending. Check FedEx's individual postings on Migrate Mate to confirm OPT acceptance per role.