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Aircraft Mechanic green card sponsorship follows the EB-3 skilled worker path for most candidates, requiring PERM labor certification before your employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. Advanced-degree professionals may qualify under EB-2. Per-country backlogs affect nationals from high-demand countries, so starting the process early matters.
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Port City Air (PCA) is located on Pease in Portsmouth, NH. A full service 24/7 fixed base operator (FBO) and multi-faceted aviation services company which offers a variety of services for many different size aircrafts such as maintenance, fueling, cleaning and more!
POSITION SCOPE
The A&P Jet Aircraft Mechanic provides support for customer jet aircraft, including locally based corporate aircraft, transient aircraft, and PSM commercial service aircraft. The ideal candidate will have a background in performing maintenance on various models of corporate aircraft (Bombardier, Falcon, Hawker, Gulfstream, Citation, Embraer, etc.) with knowledge of aircraft systems and a demonstrated proficiency working with FAA regulations and Repair Station Manual compliance.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform inspections, troubleshoot, and repair discrepancies on airframe, engines, and related systems.
- Support the PCA Mobile Repair Team on AOG events as required.
- Promote safety throughout organization.
- Report safety deficiencies and production inefficiencies to senior management.
- Perform other related duties as required.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
- 2-5 years of turbine aircraft maintenance experience preferred
- A&P Certification required
- The ability to clearly communicate in the English language (written and verbal)
- Experience working Part 145, 135, AOG preferred
- Basic computer skills and experience with electronic manuals
- Experience with Corridor Software preferred
- Must possess a valid driver's license
- Ability to complete assigned work with minimal supervision
- Completion of factory schools for relevant aircraft preferred
- Must pass the FAA and Homeland Security background checks as well as complete a pre-employment drug screening.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to stand, lie, and kneel in awkward positions and spaces for extended periods.
- Must be able to perform work on ladders or work stands.
- Must be able to lift and pull objects weighing up to 70 pounds at a time.
- Manual dexterity and physical strength necessary to operate tools.
- Must have visual acuity to inspect equipment and identify defects.
- Must have necessary hearing ability to test sounds and identify functioning level of aircraft.
BENEFITS For FT Employees
- 8 paid holidays
- Anthem medical (includes vision)
- HSA
- 401k after 90 days of employment, up to 3% company match
- $15,000 company paid life insurance
- Company paid short-term disability coverage
- 80 hours paid vacation, accrued weekly at 1.53 hours per week
- Up to 56 hours of sick time. One (1) hour of sick time to be accrued every thirty (30) hours worked.
Port City Air, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Darlene Skiotis at dskiotis@portcityair.com.
INTRODUCTION
Port City Air (PCA) is located on Pease in Portsmouth, NH. A full service 24/7 fixed base operator (FBO) and multi-faceted aviation services company which offers a variety of services for many different size aircrafts such as maintenance, fueling, cleaning and more!
POSITION SCOPE
The A&P Jet Aircraft Mechanic provides support for customer jet aircraft, including locally based corporate aircraft, transient aircraft, and PSM commercial service aircraft. The ideal candidate will have a background in performing maintenance on various models of corporate aircraft (Bombardier, Falcon, Hawker, Gulfstream, Citation, Embraer, etc.) with knowledge of aircraft systems and a demonstrated proficiency working with FAA regulations and Repair Station Manual compliance.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Perform inspections, troubleshoot, and repair discrepancies on airframe, engines, and related systems.
- Support the PCA Mobile Repair Team on AOG events as required.
- Promote safety throughout organization.
- Report safety deficiencies and production inefficiencies to senior management.
- Perform other related duties as required.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
- 2-5 years of turbine aircraft maintenance experience preferred
- A&P Certification required
- The ability to clearly communicate in the English language (written and verbal)
- Experience working Part 145, 135, AOG preferred
- Basic computer skills and experience with electronic manuals
- Experience with Corridor Software preferred
- Must possess a valid driver's license
- Ability to complete assigned work with minimal supervision
- Completion of factory schools for relevant aircraft preferred
- Must pass the FAA and Homeland Security background checks as well as complete a pre-employment drug screening.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to stand, lie, and kneel in awkward positions and spaces for extended periods.
- Must be able to perform work on ladders or work stands.
- Must be able to lift and pull objects weighing up to 70 pounds at a time.
- Manual dexterity and physical strength necessary to operate tools.
- Must have visual acuity to inspect equipment and identify defects.
- Must have necessary hearing ability to test sounds and identify functioning level of aircraft.
BENEFITS For FT Employees
- 8 paid holidays
- Anthem medical (includes vision)
- HSA
- 401k after 90 days of employment, up to 3% company match
- $15,000 company paid life insurance
- Company paid short-term disability coverage
- 80 hours paid vacation, accrued weekly at 1.53 hours per week
- Up to 56 hours of sick time. One (1) hour of sick time to be accrued every thirty (30) hours worked.
Port City Air, and its subsidiaries, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Darlene Skiotis at dskiotis@portcityair.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Aircraft Mechanic
Get your FAA certifications documented now
Your Airframe and Powerplant certificates are the first thing a PERM recruiter will verify. Gather original FAA certificates, training records, and any type-rating endorsements before you approach employers, since gaps in documentation stall the prevailing-wage determination step.
Search Migrate Mate for green card sponsors
Filter aircraft mechanic roles on Migrate Mate to find employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship history. Targeting companies already familiar with the PERM process shortens your path to an I-140 filing significantly.
Prioritize MRO facilities and Part 145 repair stations
Maintenance, repair, and overhaul facilities operate under FAA Part 145 certificates and hire mechanics in volume. These employers run structured HR pipelines that accommodate the multi-month PERM recruitment and prevailing-wage-determination timeline more reliably than smaller general aviation shops.
Check your wage against the OFLC Wage Search
DOL requires your employer to pay the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location before PERM is certified. Run your own search using the OFLC Wage Search so you know the wage floor before salary negotiations and can flag any offer that falls short.
Verify your experience maps to the right EB category
EB-3 skilled worker covers aircraft mechanics with at least two years of verified experience even without a four-year degree. EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience. Matching your credentials to the correct category before filing prevents costly reclassification delays.
Track your priority date after I-140 approval
Once USCIS approves your I-140, your priority date is locked. Nationals from India and China face longer waits due to per-country limits. Monitor the monthly USCIS Visa Bulletin to know exactly when you can file your I-485 adjustment of status or proceed with consular processing.
Green Card Aircraft Mechanic: Frequently Asked Questions
Do aircraft mechanic jobs commonly come with green card sponsorship?
Yes, but it's concentrated in specific employer types. Major airlines, defense contractors, and large MRO facilities routinely sponsor EB-3 skilled worker green cards for aircraft mechanics. Smaller general aviation shops rarely do because the PERM process requires dedicated HR resources and legal fees. Targeting Part 145 repair stations and unionized airline maintenance departments gives you the best odds of finding a sponsoring employer.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for aircraft mechanics?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary status. For aircraft mechanics, the EB-3 path requires your employer to file a PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, complete a formal recruitment test, obtain a prevailing-wage determination, and then file an I-140 petition with USCIS. There is no lottery. However, per-country numerical limits mean nationals from high-demand countries can wait years before an immigrant visa number becomes available, unlike the H-1B visa which has annual cap and lottery constraints but faster initial processing.
What does the PERM process involve for an aircraft mechanic role?
PERM requires your employer to conduct a mandatory recruitment campaign, advertising the position through DOL-approved channels for a set period to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. The employer must also obtain a prevailing-wage determination from the OFLC before filing. Only after PERM is certified can the employer file your I-140 petition with USCIS. The entire process typically spans many months before you can move toward adjustment of status or consular processing.
How do I find aircraft mechanic employers who sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship history, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already committed to the PERM process rather than cold-applying and asking HR to explain employment-based immigration from scratch. Narrowing your search to MRO facilities, major carriers, and defense maintenance contractors further increases your chances of finding a sponsorship-ready employer.
Can I change employers after my I-140 is approved?
Once your I-485 adjustment-of-status application has been pending for at least 180 days and your I-140 has been approved, AC21 job portability allows you to move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your place in the queue. Your priority date from the original approved I-140 can also carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition, protecting the time already accumulated in the backlog.