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Corporate Pilot roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which requires your employer to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available for the position. Aviation operators, charter companies, and fractional ownership programs have established sponsorship pathways for foreign-national pilots holding FAA Airline Transport Pilot certificates.
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Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.
Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.
This position is required to be on-site, and requires the ability to travel as a large percentage of the job, sometimes at short notice.
What You'll Do:
- Responsible for the safety of passengers, crew members, ground crew and any other personnel working in or around the aircraft to which they are assigned
- Ensure the aircraft is operated safely in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, International Civil Aviation Organization regulations (ICAO), Nutrien Flight Operation’s Operating Manual and Aircraft Manufacturer’s limitations
- Complete pre-flight and post-flight inspections to ensure that the aircraft is prepared for flight
- Be an active member of the department’s safety management system
- Ensure company standards are maintained by keeping aircraft cleaned, stocked, and ready for flight
- Monitor weather conditions and notify passengers if a change to flight plan is necessary
- React quickly and appropriately to environmental changes and emergencies
- Ensure operational integrity of flight department
- Must deliver as needed, in-flight service including the handling of alcohol and catering
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Perform other duties as directed by the Chief Pilot - US
What You'll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in aviation management, business administration, or a related field preferred
- 10+ years of professional aviation experience
- FAA ATP License
- Minimum Total Flight Time 4000 hours
- Minimum of 2000 hours Pilot in Command
- Minimum of 1000 hours, Jet experience
- Minimum of 500 hours in multi-crew cockpit
- Corporate Flight Department experience
- Super mid-size/large jet experience and experience flying internationally are a strong asset. Currency/Experience on Citation Sovereign is considered beneficial
- FAA First Class Medical
- Ability to cross International Borders
- No incidents or accidents under the FARs
- No convictions that would prevent holding driver’s license or ATPL.
Compensation & Benefits:
The salary range for this role in Illinois is between $133,700 - $209,990. While we provide this range as general guidance, several factors are taken into consideration when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, candidate skill set, experience and training, licensure and certifications, work location, and other business and organizational needs. Actual salary and benefits may differ based upon location.
We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance as well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to save for the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions. Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, sick days and holidays as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance Program. Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.
In addition to base pay, this role is also eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan and long-term incentive plan, consistent with the terms of our program(s) where discretionary pay out of awards is reflecting components such as performance of the company and the employee. Details will be discussed through the application process.
This information is provided in compliance with applicable state equal pay and pay equity legislation and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. Nutrien also makes internal equity a consideration in all pay decisions.
Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!
The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.
Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien
To stay connected to us and for the latest job postings and news, follow us on: LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
INTRODUCTION
Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.
Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.
This position is required to be on-site, and requires the ability to travel as a large percentage of the job, sometimes at short notice.
What You'll Do:
- Responsible for the safety of passengers, crew members, ground crew and any other personnel working in or around the aircraft to which they are assigned
- Ensure the aircraft is operated safely in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations, International Civil Aviation Organization regulations (ICAO), Nutrien Flight Operation’s Operating Manual and Aircraft Manufacturer’s limitations
- Complete pre-flight and post-flight inspections to ensure that the aircraft is prepared for flight
- Be an active member of the department’s safety management system
- Ensure company standards are maintained by keeping aircraft cleaned, stocked, and ready for flight
- Monitor weather conditions and notify passengers if a change to flight plan is necessary
- React quickly and appropriately to environmental changes and emergencies
- Ensure operational integrity of flight department
- Must deliver as needed, in-flight service including the handling of alcohol and catering
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Perform other duties as directed by the Chief Pilot - US
What You'll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in aviation management, business administration, or a related field preferred
- 10+ years of professional aviation experience
- FAA ATP License
- Minimum Total Flight Time 4000 hours
- Minimum of 2000 hours Pilot in Command
- Minimum of 1000 hours, Jet experience
- Minimum of 500 hours in multi-crew cockpit
- Corporate Flight Department experience
- Super mid-size/large jet experience and experience flying internationally are a strong asset. Currency/Experience on Citation Sovereign is considered beneficial
- FAA First Class Medical
- Ability to cross International Borders
- No incidents or accidents under the FARs
- No convictions that would prevent holding driver’s license or ATPL.
Compensation & Benefits:
The salary range for this role in Illinois is between $133,700 - $209,990. While we provide this range as general guidance, several factors are taken into consideration when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, candidate skill set, experience and training, licensure and certifications, work location, and other business and organizational needs. Actual salary and benefits may differ based upon location.
We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance as well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to save for the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions. Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, sick days and holidays as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance Program. Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.
In addition to base pay, this role is also eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan and long-term incentive plan, consistent with the terms of our program(s) where discretionary pay out of awards is reflecting components such as performance of the company and the employee. Details will be discussed through the application process.
This information is provided in compliance with applicable state equal pay and pay equity legislation and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. Nutrien also makes internal equity a consideration in all pay decisions.
Ready to make an impact with us? Apply today!
The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.
This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.
Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien
To stay connected to us and for the latest job postings and news, follow us on: LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Corporate Pilot
Convert your foreign license before applying
The FAA requires an Airline Transport Pilot certificate for Part 121 and most corporate operations. Start the foreign license conversion process early, PERM employers will list this as a minimum requirement, and gaps here stall labor certification before it begins.
Target Part 135 and fractional operators specifically
Charter operators under FAR Part 135 and fractional programs like NetJets-style structures have sponsored foreign pilots more consistently than Part 91 flight departments, which often lack the HR infrastructure to manage PERM filings and I-140 petitions.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Corporate Pilot openings by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, so you're applying to flight departments that have already committed to sponsoring foreign nationals rather than cold-pitching the concept.
Verify your total flight hours meet PERM job requirements
Employers filing PERM must define minimum requirements they can enforce. If the labor cert lists 3,000 total hours, you must meet that threshold at time of filing. Document your logbook carefully, because DOL audits can require verifiable hour breakdowns by aircraft category.
Ask employers about prevailing wage before accepting an offer
PERM requires your employer to pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your position and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search yourself before negotiations so you know whether the offered salary meets the threshold USCIS will scrutinize during I-140 adjudication.
Understand EB-3 priority dates if you hold an Indian or Chinese passport
Most nationalities face minimal wait times at the EB-3 level for Corporate Pilot roles, but Indian and Chinese nationals encounter backlogs measured in years. Factor your country of birth, not citizenship, into your green card timeline expectations from day one.
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Find Corporate Pilot JobsCorporate Pilot Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Corporate Pilot role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Corporate Pilot positions most commonly qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers requiring more than two years of training, specifically the flight hours and FAA certifications that take years to accumulate. Some senior roles with a requirement for a bachelor's degree in aviation or aeronautical science can qualify under EB-2 for advanced-degree professionals, but EB-2 eligibility depends entirely on how the employer drafts the PERM job description.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for pilots?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency rather than temporary work authorization, and EB-3 for most nationalities carries no annual visa lottery or cap anxiety. H-1B sponsorship is also complicated for pilots because the FAA requires specific certificates that don't map cleanly to the H-1B specialty occupation definition. PERM is the more established and reliable sponsorship pathway for Corporate Pilot roles at most U.S. operators.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from my employer?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment process to demonstrate no minimally qualified U.S. worker applied for the position. That includes specific job postings, documentation of all applicants reviewed, and a prevailing wage determination. The employer bears the filing burden and cost. Your role is to meet the published minimum requirements, which the employer must define before recruiting begins and cannot change retroactively.
How do I find Corporate Pilot employers who sponsor green cards?
Most flight departments don't advertise green card sponsorship in job postings, which makes direct research difficult. Migrate Mate filters Corporate Pilot openings by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 filing history, so you can focus your applications on operators who have already navigated the PERM process rather than trying to persuade a flight department to sponsor you for the first time.
Does my country of birth affect my Corporate Pilot green card timeline?
Yes, significantly. Green card priority dates are assigned by country of birth, not citizenship. Pilots born in India or China face EB-3 backlogs that can extend many years beyond the typical processing timeline. Pilots born in most other countries currently face much shorter waits at the EB-3 level. Check the monthly USCIS Visa Bulletin to understand where your priority date stands relative to the current cutoff.
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