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H-1B visa jobs as an Associate Agent attract professionals with degrees in business, finance, or a related field, since sponsoring employers typically structure the role around specialty-occupation duties. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, granting up to three years of status with extensions available.
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This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units (“Spirit Commercial”). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing’s three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial’s core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.
Spirit AeroSystems’ Contracts Team is responsible for the procurement of aerospace parts to support multiple Boeing programs. The company has contracts and agreements in place with top-tier suppliers across the globe. Procurement Agents have responsibility for various pieces of the purchased component life cycle including requirement identification, sourcing, order placement and receipt/delivery. Our culture is truly a Team environment recognizing it takes the talent and work of peers and other organizations to execute.
Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Responsible for synchronization of a supply chain to procure metallic and/or non-metallic parts and services for the company. Interfaces with internal and external customers and suppliers to ensure quality parts are delivered to the right place at the right time. Performs part or all the following:
- Act as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility for managing supplier-related activities and commit company resources through contracts, agreements, and purchase orders.
- Develops requests for quotations, analyzes supplier responses, and manages post award supplier activities.
- Interfaces with internal and external customers and suppliers.
- Manages inventory levels, purchase orders, and supplier performance.
- Monitors customer inventory demand and material assets to optimize total supply chain planning. Incorporates planning decisions from customers and suppliers to reduce material and product variability and arrive at optimal solutions.
- Demonstrate the Boeing values and behaviors in all professional interactions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
- 2+ years of experience in a supply chain role, preferably within the aerospace or manufacturing industry
- Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Project management and strong data analysis skills
- Dynamic change agent with the drive, energy, and adaptability to successfully lead organizational changes
- Relationship-driven professional skilled at cultivating strategic partnerships and leveraging influence to achieve business goals
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
- Familiarity with MRP systems (SAP experience strongly preferred)
- Knowledge of or experience in manufacturing and manufacturing processes is a plus.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience); an MBA is plus
UNION:
This is a union-represented position.
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE:
We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
PAY & BENEFITS:
We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range - (Level 2): $54,550 - $83,650
Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.
Overview:
This role is at Spirit AeroSystems, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, supporting Spirit’s Commercial Business Units (“Spirit Commercial”). Spirit Commercial designs and builds commercial aerostructures, including for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, one of Boeing’s three business units and the premier manufacturer of commercial jetliners for decades. Spirit Commercial’s core products include fuselages, pylons, nacelles and wing components, with a focus on innovative composite and aluminum manufacturing solutions.
Spirit AeroSystems’ Contracts Team is responsible for the procurement of aerospace parts to support multiple Boeing programs. The company has contracts and agreements in place with top-tier suppliers across the globe. Procurement Agents have responsibility for various pieces of the purchased component life cycle including requirement identification, sourcing, order placement and receipt/delivery. Our culture is truly a Team environment recognizing it takes the talent and work of peers and other organizations to execute.
Responsibilities:
Position Responsibilities:
Responsible for synchronization of a supply chain to procure metallic and/or non-metallic parts and services for the company. Interfaces with internal and external customers and suppliers to ensure quality parts are delivered to the right place at the right time. Performs part or all the following:
- Act as an authorized agent of the company with responsibility for managing supplier-related activities and commit company resources through contracts, agreements, and purchase orders.
- Develops requests for quotations, analyzes supplier responses, and manages post award supplier activities.
- Interfaces with internal and external customers and suppliers.
- Manages inventory levels, purchase orders, and supplier performance.
- Monitors customer inventory demand and material assets to optimize total supply chain planning. Incorporates planning decisions from customers and suppliers to reduce material and product variability and arrive at optimal solutions.
- Demonstrate the Boeing values and behaviors in all professional interactions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
- 2+ years of experience in a supply chain role, preferably within the aerospace or manufacturing industry
- Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Project management and strong data analysis skills
- Dynamic change agent with the drive, energy, and adaptability to successfully lead organizational changes
- Relationship-driven professional skilled at cultivating strategic partnerships and leveraging influence to achieve business goals
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
- Familiarity with MRP systems (SAP experience strongly preferred)
- Knowledge of or experience in manufacturing and manufacturing processes is a plus.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, finance, or a related field (or equivalent work experience); an MBA is plus
UNION:
This is a union-represented position.
DRUG FREE WORKPLACE:
We are a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
PAY & BENEFITS:
We strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
We also provide eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range - (Level 2): $54,550 - $83,650
Kansas Tax Credit: Join Spirit AeroSystems’ Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Click here for more information on the tax credit.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Associate Agent
Align your degree to the role
H-1B visa eligibility hinges on a direct connection between your bachelor's degree field and the Associate Agent duties in the job description. Pull the O*NET profile for your target SOC code and confirm your credential maps to the listed knowledge requirements before applying.
Verify prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your worksite location and SOC code. Run the OFLC Wage Search for the specific city where you'll work so you enter salary discussions knowing the floor USCIS will scrutinize.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers who have filed H-1B LCAs for Associate Agent or closely related titles. Prioritizing companies with verified sponsorship history cuts the time you spend convincing HR teams that the process is manageable.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If your Associate Agent role involves multiple office locations, each worksite requires a separately certified LCA. Flag this early in negotiations so your employer files the correct number of applications before your start date, avoiding status gaps.
Request premium processing when timelines are tight
If you're transitioning from OPT or another status with a hard end date, ask your prospective employer to file for premium processing with USCIS. This upgrades adjudication to 15 business days and reduces the risk of a gap in your work authorization.
Document specialty-occupation duties in writing
Before your employer submits the I-129 petition, work with HR to ensure the offer letter and support letter explicitly describe degree-level analytical or professional duties. Vague job descriptions citing general sales tasks are a common reason USCIS issues Requests for Evidence.
H-1B Visa Associate Agent: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Associate Agent role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer structures the position. When the role requires applying specialized knowledge in areas like insurance underwriting, financial analysis, or regulatory compliance, and the employer documents that a bachelor's degree in a directly related field is a minimum requirement, USCIS will typically recognize it as a specialty occupation. Employers who frame the role around generalist sales duties without degree requirements risk an RFE or denial.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for Associate Agent positions?
Migrate Mate shows employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for Associate Agent and related titles, so you can focus your applications on companies that have already committed to the sponsorship process. This is more reliable than asking HR teams cold, since LCA records are public DOL disclosures reflecting actual filings rather than stated hiring intentions.
What documents should I gather before an employer starts the H-1B petition for this role?
Prepare official transcripts and your degree certificate, a credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., and a copy of any relevant licenses or professional certifications tied to the Associate Agent function. Your employer will need these to build the support letter that connects your academic background to the specialty-occupation requirements USCIS expects to see in an I-129 filing.
Can my employer transfer my H-1B to an Associate Agent role at a new company?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for a new employer in an Associate Agent position as soon as that employer files a new I-129 petition, without waiting for approval, provided you are currently in valid H-1B status. The new employer must still file a certified LCA for each worksite before submitting the petition to USCIS.
How long will my H-1B status last if I accept an Associate Agent position?
USCIS grants H-1B status in increments of up to three years, with extensions available up to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, continued extensions are possible only if you have an approved I-140 immigrant petition or a PERM labor certification that has been pending for at least 365 days. Plan your green card strategy early if you intend to stay long-term in this role.