E-3 Visa Assembly Technician Jobs
Assembly Technician roles in U.S. manufacturing qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent. The E-3 has no lottery and renews every two years, making it a practical path for Australian technicians targeting precision manufacturing, electronics assembly, or industrial production employers.
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Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of diversity and inclusion of our teams within the organization.
How do you get items to customers quickly, cost-effectively, and most importantly safely, in less than an hour? And how do you do it in a way that can scale? Our teams of hundreds of scientists, engineers, aerospace professionals, and futurists have been working hard to do just that! We are delivering to customers, and are excited for what’s to come. Check out more information about Prime Air on the About Amazon blog.
If you are seeking an iterative environment where you can drive innovation, apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve real world delivery challenges, and provide benefits to customers, Prime Air is the place for you.
Come work on the Amazon Prime Air Team!
Key job responsibilities
As a Manufacturing Assembly Technician, you will be directly supporting our drone vehicle production assembly process to identify and communicate methods to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize the assembly process. In addition to product assembly support, the candidate will also be cross-trained in vehicle testing process for production support as needed.
Assembly support:
- Champion safety requirements in all designated zones and work locations
- Execute assembly of mechanical and electro-mechanical parts using proper tools and techniques
- Independently execute and prioritize work to meet deliverables relative to assigned drone assembly process(s).
- Work with production and the operations teams to help execute production readiness and testing responsibilities.
- Identify and recommend improvements by contributing to improving SOPs and safety procedures
- Attention to detail in repetitive tasks
Test Support:
- Support / Execute vehicle testing as needed to ensure product functionality and conformity.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of mechanical and electrical integration or assembly experience
- Can carry/lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach
- Experience guiding, training and mentoring others
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
- 3+ years relevant high traceability manufacturing experience (Aerospace, Medical or related field)
- 1+ years of hands-on experience with precision torque, measurement and inspection devices (i.e., automated and manual torque wrenches, torque drivers, calipers, micrometers, profilometers, optical inspection devices, multi-meters), as well as standard hand tools
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- FAA Aircraft & Powerplant (A&P) and/or Avionics certification/license
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification and/or equivalent experience
- Experience working with Foreign Object Damage (FOD) and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) sensitive hardware
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The starting pay for this position is listed below including the base pay rate plus the highest available shift differential which applies depending on the shift you select. As a total compensation company, you are eligible for additional earnings including overtime pay and performance bonuses. Final pay will be based on factors including shift selection and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, Seattle
Compensation
- $23.00 - $41.00 USD hourly
DESCRIPTION
Here at Amazon, we embrace our differences. We are committed to furthering our culture of diversity and inclusion of our teams within the organization.
How do you get items to customers quickly, cost-effectively, and most importantly safely, in less than an hour? And how do you do it in a way that can scale? Our teams of hundreds of scientists, engineers, aerospace professionals, and futurists have been working hard to do just that! We are delivering to customers, and are excited for what’s to come. Check out more information about Prime Air on the About Amazon blog.
If you are seeking an iterative environment where you can drive innovation, apply state-of-the-art technologies to solve real world delivery challenges, and provide benefits to customers, Prime Air is the place for you.
Come work on the Amazon Prime Air Team!
Key job responsibilities
As a Manufacturing Assembly Technician, you will be directly supporting our drone vehicle production assembly process to identify and communicate methods to improve quality, reduce cost, and optimize the assembly process. In addition to product assembly support, the candidate will also be cross-trained in vehicle testing process for production support as needed.
Assembly support:
- Champion safety requirements in all designated zones and work locations
- Execute assembly of mechanical and electro-mechanical parts using proper tools and techniques
- Independently execute and prioritize work to meet deliverables relative to assigned drone assembly process(s).
- Work with production and the operations teams to help execute production readiness and testing responsibilities.
- Identify and recommend improvements by contributing to improving SOPs and safety procedures
- Attention to detail in repetitive tasks
Test Support:
- Support / Execute vehicle testing as needed to ensure product functionality and conformity.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of mechanical and electrical integration or assembly experience
- Can carry/lift up to 50 lbs, stand/walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, and frequently push, pull, squat, bend and reach
- Experience guiding, training and mentoring others
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
- 3+ years relevant high traceability manufacturing experience (Aerospace, Medical or related field)
- 1+ years of hands-on experience with precision torque, measurement and inspection devices (i.e., automated and manual torque wrenches, torque drivers, calipers, micrometers, profilometers, optical inspection devices, multi-meters), as well as standard hand tools
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- FAA Aircraft & Powerplant (A&P) and/or Avionics certification/license
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification and/or equivalent experience
- Experience working with Foreign Object Damage (FOD) and Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) sensitive hardware
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The starting pay for this position is listed below including the base pay rate plus the highest available shift differential which applies depending on the shift you select. As a total compensation company, you are eligible for additional earnings including overtime pay and performance bonuses. Final pay will be based on factors including shift selection and location. Starting Day 1 of employment, Amazon offers EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, 401(k) matching. Learn more about our benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, Seattle
Compensation
- $23.00 - $41.00 USD hourly
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an Assembly Technician
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
Assembly Technician roles must require a bachelor's degree in a specific field like mechanical engineering or electronics to qualify under E-3. If your Australian three-year degree isn't in a directly related discipline, gather evidence of how your qualifications align with the role's technical requirements.
Target manufacturers with existing visa infrastructure
Employers who have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for engineering or technical roles already understand the DOL certification process. Search DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify manufacturers that have sponsored similar technician positions before.
Get your offer letter to specify degree requirements
The E-3 application depends on your offer letter confirming the role requires a bachelor's degree. If the employer lists the position as preferring rather than requiring a degree, ask HR to revise the language before the LCA is filed, as consular officers scrutinize this distinction.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for LCA and paperwork
LCA filing through DOL's FLAG portal and DS-160 preparation trip up many first-time E-3 applicants. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so your employer isn't left navigating the certification process alone.
Search for sponsorship-ready roles on Migrate Mate
Most Assembly Technician job postings don't advertise E-3 sponsorship upfront. Migrate Mate surfaces roles from employers with active visa sponsorship history, saving you from applying to positions where sponsorship isn't actually available.
Prepare for consulate questions about specialty occupation
Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth consular officers sometimes question whether assembly roles meet the specialty occupation standard. Bring your degree transcripts, a detailed offer letter, and any professional certifications that demonstrate the technical complexity your position requires.
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Find Assembly Technician JobsAssembly Technician E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Assembly Technician jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Most job postings don't flag E-3 sponsorship explicitly, so filtering by employer sponsorship history is more effective than keyword searching. Migrate Mate is built for this, surfacing Assembly Technician roles from employers with a demonstrated track record of sponsoring Australian workers on E-3 visas, so you're not cold-applying to positions where sponsorship isn't on the table.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Assembly Technician role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on how the role is defined. The E-3 requires the position to theoretically and practically require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field, such as mechanical engineering, electronics, or industrial technology. A general assembly role with no degree requirement won't qualify. Roles involving precision systems, quality control engineering, or advanced manufacturing processes are far more likely to meet the specialty occupation standard when the employer specifies degree requirements in the offer letter.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Assembly Technician roles?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens, but it has two significant advantages over the H-1B for this role type. There's no annual lottery, so a qualifying job offer leads directly to an application rather than a random selection process. The E-3 also renews in two-year increments indefinitely, giving you long-term continuity in a role without waiting for a cap slot. The H-1B has an 85,000 annual cap and a lottery that rejected more than 70 percent of registrants in recent fiscal years.
What documents does an Australian Assembly Technician need for an E-3 application?
You'll need a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL, a detailed offer letter that specifies the degree requirement, your academic transcripts or credential evaluation, a completed DS-160, and evidence of your Australian citizenship. If your degree is in a field adjacent to the role rather than directly matching it, a credential evaluation and a letter from the employer explaining the connection between your qualifications and the position strengthens the application.
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