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Aviation jobs in the U.S. span commercial flight operations, air traffic control, aerospace engineering, and MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul), with strong EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship opportunities through PERM labor certification. FAA credential recognition and prevailing-wage compliance shape how employers structure these petitions.
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$155,000.00 - $200,000.00 Annual Salary
Job Description Summary:
Supervision of the construction project resulting in successful project completion.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Able to perform all essential Asst. Supt./Project Engineer job responsibilities
- Attend and participate in Safety Training Program and enforce safety procedures
- Verify subcontractor certificates of insurance
- Prepare and maintain responsibility for CPM job schedule
- Develop Owner and Architect’s confidence
- Recruit, organize, train, direct and coordinate field construction team including subcontractor’s direct hire work
- Assure work quality - set standards for quality control
- Order materials and tools and plan supply allotment to avoid “crisis” buying
- Prepare necessary reports (e.g. time sheets, work orders, daily reports and invoice approval)
- Document and complete all punchlists in a timely manner
- Review all drawings, specifications and subcontractor submittals
- Chair or attend pre-job conference, regular subcontractor meetings
- Perform start-up testing and turnover to Owner
- Document final close-out and Owner’s acceptance
- Perform manual work only in rare circumstances when, in employee’s independent judgment, exigent circumstances require it
- Ability to travel as required by management
- Ability to supervise multiple projects over a large geographic area as required by management
- Complete other responsibilities as assigned
MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience (4 years as Assistant Superintendent)
- Extensive field construction experience at supervisory level
- Current Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) Certification, or achievement of STS Certification within six months of hire, maintenance of active certification status
- Working knowledge of all crafts (ability to read and understand specifications for all trades), and prior experience as foreman or journeyman in at least one trade, or project engineer
- Knowledge of OSHA laws
- Knowledge of job scheduling, planning, expediting and cost control
- Ability in problem-solving
- Strong sense of urgency
SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:
This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.
About us
Welcome to Swinerton—Building Excellence Since 1888
Swinerton is a 100% employee-owned construction company with a legacy of shaping skylines, transforming communities, and delivering award-winning projects across the United States. Since our founding in 1888, we have remained forward-thinking, operating with accountability, integrity, and a passion for building what matters.
As an integrated ecosystem of expertise, Swinerton brings together talented professionals from diverse backgrounds to deliver innovative and efficient construction solutions. Our collaborative, interdisciplinary approach sets us apart, allowing us to respond to any project challenge—regardless of size, location, or complexity.
When you join Swinerton, you become part of a dynamic network of employee-owners who are committed to excellence, safety, and continuous growth. We invest in your development, offer competitive benefits, and empower you to make a meaningful impact on every project and in every community we serve.
Discover how you can build your future with Swinerton. Explore our open positions and join a team that leads with ownership, integrity, and a shared commitment to success.
Swinerton—Building is not just what we do; it is who we are.
Swinerton is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Minority, Women, Disability, and Veteran Employer.
Our Company is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We have a commitment to provide equal hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, layoff and recall benefits to all individuals without regard to gender, race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital or domestic partner status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state laws or local ordinance or regulation.
We are committed to the safety and security of everyone interested in our company–including those who visit us online. Please note that Swinerton will only invite you to submit work history and personal information related to employment through our career portal Workday (which requires the set-up of a login) and communication will only come from individuals with an email address ending in @swinerton.com. If you receive fraudulent communication please inform us by emailing reportissues@swinerton.com.
Compensation Range
$155,000.00 - $200,000.00 Annual Salary
Job Description Summary:
Supervision of the construction project resulting in successful project completion.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Able to perform all essential Asst. Supt./Project Engineer job responsibilities
- Attend and participate in Safety Training Program and enforce safety procedures
- Verify subcontractor certificates of insurance
- Prepare and maintain responsibility for CPM job schedule
- Develop Owner and Architect’s confidence
- Recruit, organize, train, direct and coordinate field construction team including subcontractor’s direct hire work
- Assure work quality - set standards for quality control
- Order materials and tools and plan supply allotment to avoid “crisis” buying
- Prepare necessary reports (e.g. time sheets, work orders, daily reports and invoice approval)
- Document and complete all punchlists in a timely manner
- Review all drawings, specifications and subcontractor submittals
- Chair or attend pre-job conference, regular subcontractor meetings
- Perform start-up testing and turnover to Owner
- Document final close-out and Owner’s acceptance
- Perform manual work only in rare circumstances when, in employee’s independent judgment, exigent circumstances require it
- Ability to travel as required by management
- Ability to supervise multiple projects over a large geographic area as required by management
- Complete other responsibilities as assigned
MINIMUM SKILLS OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree, or equivalent experience (4 years as Assistant Superintendent)
- Extensive field construction experience at supervisory level
- Current Safety Trained Supervisor (STS) Certification, or achievement of STS Certification within six months of hire, maintenance of active certification status
- Working knowledge of all crafts (ability to read and understand specifications for all trades), and prior experience as foreman or journeyman in at least one trade, or project engineer
- Knowledge of OSHA laws
- Knowledge of job scheduling, planning, expediting and cost control
- Ability in problem-solving
- Strong sense of urgency
SUMMARY OF BENEFITS:
This role is eligible for the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company matching, Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP), individual stock ownership, paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, basic term life insurance and AD&D, business travel accident insurance, short and long term disability, financial wellness coaching, educational assistance, Care.com membership, ClassPass fitness membership, and DashPass delivery membership. Voluntary benefits include additional term life insurance, long term care insurance, critical illness and accidental injury insurance, pet insurance, legal plan, identity theft protection, and other voluntary benefit options.
About us
Welcome to Swinerton—Building Excellence Since 1888
Swinerton is a 100% employee-owned construction company with a legacy of shaping skylines, transforming communities, and delivering award-winning projects across the United States. Since our founding in 1888, we have remained forward-thinking, operating with accountability, integrity, and a passion for building what matters.
As an integrated ecosystem of expertise, Swinerton brings together talented professionals from diverse backgrounds to deliver innovative and efficient construction solutions. Our collaborative, interdisciplinary approach sets us apart, allowing us to respond to any project challenge—regardless of size, location, or complexity.
When you join Swinerton, you become part of a dynamic network of employee-owners who are committed to excellence, safety, and continuous growth. We invest in your development, offer competitive benefits, and empower you to make a meaningful impact on every project and in every community we serve.
Discover how you can build your future with Swinerton. Explore our open positions and join a team that leads with ownership, integrity, and a shared commitment to success.
Swinerton—Building is not just what we do; it is who we are.
Swinerton is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Minority, Women, Disability, and Veteran Employer.
Our Company is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We have a commitment to provide equal hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, layoff and recall benefits to all individuals without regard to gender, race, color, religion, age, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital or domestic partner status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under federal or state laws or local ordinance or regulation.
We are committed to the safety and security of everyone interested in our company–including those who visit us online. Please note that Swinerton will only invite you to submit work history and personal information related to employment through our career portal Workday (which requires the set-up of a login) and communication will only come from individuals with an email address ending in @swinerton.com. If you receive fraudulent communication please inform us by emailing reportissues@swinerton.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Aviation
Get your FAA credentials evaluated early
Foreign pilot licenses, A&P mechanic certificates, and air traffic control credentials must be converted or validated by the FAA before most U.S. aviation employers will sponsor you. Start that process before applying so sponsors aren't waiting on you.
Target air carriers with active PERM histories
Regional carriers, cargo operators, and MRO providers file PERM labor certifications far more regularly than charter outfits. Focus your search on employers with documented DOL filing histories, Migrate Mate filters aviation roles by verified green card sponsorship activity.
Understand prevailing wage tiers for your role
Aviation roles range from EB-3 skilled worker (aircraft mechanics) to EB-2 advanced-degree positions (aerospace engineers). Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your role's SOC code and wage level before negotiating an offer, the employer's LCA must match.
Check whether your role needs a Schedule A shortage designation
Certain aviation-adjacent roles, including some physical therapists supporting airline crew health programs, fall under DOL's Schedule A shortage occupations and can bypass the full PERM recruitment process, significantly shortening your green card timeline.
Align your offer letter with PERM recruitment requirements
PERM requires the employer to document that no qualified U.S. workers were available for your specific role. Ensure your offer letter ties your duties to the minimum requirements filed with DOL so USCIS can't reject the I-140 for a mismatch later.
Use O*NET to match your background to specific SOC codes
Aviation covers dozens of O*NET occupations across operations, engineering, and maintenance. Matching your actual duties to the correct SOC code before your employer files ensures the prevailing wage determination reflects your real position, not a broader category.
Green Card Aviation: Frequently Asked Questions
Which aviation roles commonly qualify for EB-2 versus EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Aerospace engineers, avionics systems engineers, and aviation safety analysts typically qualify for EB-2 sponsorship because those roles require an advanced degree or specialized credentials equivalent to one. Aircraft mechanics, line technicians, and commercial pilots with foreign licenses more commonly enter through EB-3 as skilled workers, since the minimum requirement is a bachelor's degree or specific vocational training rather than a graduate credential.
How does green card sponsorship through PERM differ from H-1B sponsorship for aviation professionals?
PERM is a permanent residency process with no annual lottery and no cap concerns for most nationalities at the EB-3 level, unlike the H-1B visa, which is subject to an annual 85,000-cap lottery. The trade-off is timeline: PERM labor certification alone can take six to twelve months, followed by I-140 adjudication and adjustment of status. H-1B approval can come faster but only grants temporary status and requires repeated renewals.
Do commercial pilots need special documentation to support a green card petition?
Yes. Your employer's PERM filing must describe the actual minimum requirements for the pilot role, and your FAA Airman Certificate must be on file before the petition moves forward. If you hold a foreign ICAO license, the FAA validation process runs separately and should be completed before your employer begins PERM recruitment to avoid delays at the I-140 stage.
How do I find aviation employers who actively sponsor green cards rather than just temporary work visas?
Not all aviation employers sponsor permanent residency, and many job postings don't specify. Migrate Mate lets you search aviation roles specifically filtered by employers with green card sponsorship history, so you can focus on companies that have already navigated the PERM and I-140 process rather than trying to convince an employer to start from scratch.
Can an aviation employer start my green card process while I'm working on an H-1B?
Yes, and this is a common strategy. Your employer can file the PERM labor certification and the I-140 immigrant petition while you maintain valid H-1B status. Once your I-140 is approved and a visa number is available, you file for adjustment of status or consular processing. H-1B extensions beyond the six-year cap limit are available under AC21 if your I-140 has been approved for at least 365 days.