H-1B Visa Pilot Jobs
Pilot roles sit in an unusual position for H-1B visa sponsorship: the FAA certificate is the credential employers care about most, but USCIS still requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation with a bachelor's degree nexus. Airlines, charter operators, and corporate flight departments do sponsor H-1B visas, but the petition requires careful framing of the degree requirement.
Find H-1B Visa Pilot JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 60+ Pilot jobs
See all 60+ Pilot Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Pilot roles.
Get Access To All JobsAbout Wing:
Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing's fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on two continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google's parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.
About the Role:
Wing is looking for an Assistant Chief Pilot to join our Flight Operations team. This role is based onsite in Dallas, Texas. As our Assistant Chief Pilot, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the future of autonomous aviation. Reporting directly to the Chief Pilot, you will inspire, lead, and empower our Pilot-in-Command (PIC) Managers and sUAS Flight Operators, ensuring operational excellence, mission readiness, and continuous team development across Wing's commercial drone delivery service. If you are an experienced leader with 8+ years of managing high-performing teams in safety-critical environments and are passionate about driving cutting-edge flight operations, we want to hear from you.
Note: This position is subject to Wing's Drug and Alcohol testing policy in accordance with company procedures and DOT/FAA regulatory requirements. Wing is a Zero Tolerance Drug Free Workplace. All prospective employees in FAA/DOT-regulated roles are subject to pre-employment drug testing. Any applicant applying to a FAA/DOT regulated role who has previously tested positive on any required drug or alcohol test at a former employer will be considered ineligible for employment with Wing.
What You'll Do:
- Assist the Chief Pilot in overseeing the safe and compliant daily operation of Wing's delivery business in the United States, including ongoing commercial delivery operations and demonstrations/tests for regulators and other external stakeholders
- Work closely with the Chief Pilot to manage PIC operational performance, availability, readiness, and scheduling
- Work closely with the Chief Pilot to support Policy, Regulatory, Operations, and other teams
- Maintain qualification for and function as a Part 135 Pilot-in-Command for Wing's highly autonomous drone delivery service on a regular basis
- Function as a people manager for a team of 3-5 PIC Managers
- Enable professional and skill development of the PIC Managers and PICs on your team
- Assist the Chief Pilot with ensuring the readiness and availability of PIC Stations and Operations Rooms and associated equipment
- Facilitate onboarding of newly hired crew members
- Exercise specific delegated operational authority on behalf of the Chief Pilot or Director of Operations, including as a duty Remote Operations Control Center supervisor
- Directly support Wing's public and government outreach efforts
- Maintain strict confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
- Travel within the United States (up to 20%) required and sometimes for extended periods
What You'll Need:
- 8+ years of experience with commercial/civil or public UAS operations or university-level education and training in civil UAS operations or military equivalent
- 5+ years of people management experience with 5+ direct reports or more in aviation, transportation, or other safety-critical operations
- 3+ years of experience as a PIC in Part 135 commercial drone delivery operations or equivalent, and a passion for aviation and the ongoing development of this new industry
- Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate. If applicable, Part 107 recurrent certificate: only the ALC-677 course is accepted
- Current driver's license and clean driving record within the last 36-months
- Must hold a valid FAA Third Class Medical Certificate (or higher) with an issuance date within the previous 36 months
- Extensive knowledge and experience working with an aviation regulatory framework
- A determination to recruit and foster the development of diverse teams
- Experience with technical or engineering record keeping methods and tools
- Experience working with web-based monitoring and control systems
- Ability to communicate clearly in spoken and written English
- Ability to work a rotating 7-day schedule within crew duty time limits, including weekends and holidays
- Willingness to travel to complete initial and recurrent training
- Ability to work independently and in teams while still maintaining rigorous attention to detail
- Ability to maintain attention to detail for extended periods in a monitoring role
- Willing to meet Pilot Records Database (PRD) consent requirements
Wing is an equal opportunity employer and it is Wing's policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. Employment at Wing is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Wing does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.
If you have a need that requires accommodation during the interview process due to a disability or special need, please let us know by completing our Candidate Accommodations Request Form.
About Wing:
Wing offers drone delivery as a safe, fast, and sustainable solution for last mile logistics. Consumer appetites for on-demand services are increasing, but current delivery methods are inefficient, costly, and contribute to road accidents and air pollution. Wing's fleet of highly automated delivery drones can transport small packages directly from businesses to homes on-demand, in minutes. We design, build, and operate our aircraft, and offer drone delivery services on two continents. Our technology is designed to be easy to integrate into existing delivery and logistics networks, offering a scalable drone delivery solution for a broad range of businesses. Wing is a part of Google's parent company, Alphabet, and our mission is to create the preferred means of delivery for the planet. If you're ready to do the greatest work of your life, come join us.
About the Role:
Wing is looking for an Assistant Chief Pilot to join our Flight Operations team. This role is based onsite in Dallas, Texas. As our Assistant Chief Pilot, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the future of autonomous aviation. Reporting directly to the Chief Pilot, you will inspire, lead, and empower our Pilot-in-Command (PIC) Managers and sUAS Flight Operators, ensuring operational excellence, mission readiness, and continuous team development across Wing's commercial drone delivery service. If you are an experienced leader with 8+ years of managing high-performing teams in safety-critical environments and are passionate about driving cutting-edge flight operations, we want to hear from you.
Note: This position is subject to Wing's Drug and Alcohol testing policy in accordance with company procedures and DOT/FAA regulatory requirements. Wing is a Zero Tolerance Drug Free Workplace. All prospective employees in FAA/DOT-regulated roles are subject to pre-employment drug testing. Any applicant applying to a FAA/DOT regulated role who has previously tested positive on any required drug or alcohol test at a former employer will be considered ineligible for employment with Wing.
What You'll Do:
- Assist the Chief Pilot in overseeing the safe and compliant daily operation of Wing's delivery business in the United States, including ongoing commercial delivery operations and demonstrations/tests for regulators and other external stakeholders
- Work closely with the Chief Pilot to manage PIC operational performance, availability, readiness, and scheduling
- Work closely with the Chief Pilot to support Policy, Regulatory, Operations, and other teams
- Maintain qualification for and function as a Part 135 Pilot-in-Command for Wing's highly autonomous drone delivery service on a regular basis
- Function as a people manager for a team of 3-5 PIC Managers
- Enable professional and skill development of the PIC Managers and PICs on your team
- Assist the Chief Pilot with ensuring the readiness and availability of PIC Stations and Operations Rooms and associated equipment
- Facilitate onboarding of newly hired crew members
- Exercise specific delegated operational authority on behalf of the Chief Pilot or Director of Operations, including as a duty Remote Operations Control Center supervisor
- Directly support Wing's public and government outreach efforts
- Maintain strict confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information
- Travel within the United States (up to 20%) required and sometimes for extended periods
What You'll Need:
- 8+ years of experience with commercial/civil or public UAS operations or university-level education and training in civil UAS operations or military equivalent
- 5+ years of people management experience with 5+ direct reports or more in aviation, transportation, or other safety-critical operations
- 3+ years of experience as a PIC in Part 135 commercial drone delivery operations or equivalent, and a passion for aviation and the ongoing development of this new industry
- Current FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate. If applicable, Part 107 recurrent certificate: only the ALC-677 course is accepted
- Current driver's license and clean driving record within the last 36-months
- Must hold a valid FAA Third Class Medical Certificate (or higher) with an issuance date within the previous 36 months
- Extensive knowledge and experience working with an aviation regulatory framework
- A determination to recruit and foster the development of diverse teams
- Experience with technical or engineering record keeping methods and tools
- Experience working with web-based monitoring and control systems
- Ability to communicate clearly in spoken and written English
- Ability to work a rotating 7-day schedule within crew duty time limits, including weekends and holidays
- Willingness to travel to complete initial and recurrent training
- Ability to work independently and in teams while still maintaining rigorous attention to detail
- Ability to maintain attention to detail for extended periods in a monitoring role
- Willing to meet Pilot Records Database (PRD) consent requirements
Wing is an equal opportunity employer and it is Wing's policy to comply with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. Employment at Wing is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Wing does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), or any other basis protected by law.
If you have a need that requires accommodation during the interview process due to a disability or special need, please let us know by completing our Candidate Accommodations Request Form.
See all 60+ H-1B Visa Pilot Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new H-1B Visa Pilot Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Pilot
Frame your degree for specialty occupation
USCIS scrutinizes Pilot petitions closely because FAA certification, not a degree, is the industry norm. Document how your aviation, aerospace engineering, or aeronautical science degree directly supports the specific role to strengthen the specialty occupation argument.
Target Part 121 and Part 135 operators
FAR Part 121 air carriers and Part 135 charter operators are the employer categories most likely to have established H-1B sponsorship infrastructure. Corporate flight departments at large multinationals are a second channel worth pursuing separately.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Pilot job listings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history in the aviation SOC codes, so you're applying to operators who have already cleared the DOL prevailing wage process for this role.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Run the OFLC Wage Search using the correct SOC code for your aircraft type and base location before signing an offer letter. The LCA wage must meet the prevailing wage level, and a gap discovered after filing creates delays.
Confirm FAA medical certificate timing with H-1B status
Your FAA first- or second-class medical certificate has its own renewal cycle. If it lapses during H-1B filing or an extension gap, your employer may ground you. Align medical renewal dates with your I-94 admission period proactively.
File H-1B before ATP certificate requirements shift your SOC
The FAA's Airline Transport Pilot certificate requirements affect how employers classify the role under DOL's occupational codes. Work with your employer to confirm the correct SOC code is on the LCA before USCIS files the I-129 petition.
H-1B Visa Pilot: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Pilot jobs qualify as H-1B specialty occupations?
Pilot roles can qualify, but the petition requires explicit documentation that the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as aviation science, aerospace engineering, or a closely related discipline. Because the FAA certificate is the more visible credential in the industry, employers must frame the degree requirement carefully in the I-129 support letter. USCIS has issued Requests for Evidence on Pilot petitions that rely solely on the ATP certificate without addressing the degree nexus.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Pilot roles?
Major U.S. air carriers, regional airlines operating under Part 121, corporate flight departments at Fortune 500 companies, and some government-contracted aviation operators have sponsored H-1B visas for Pilots. The sponsoring employer must file a certified Labor Condition Application with DOL before the I-129 petition reaches USCIS. Migrate Mate surfaces Pilot job listings filtered by employers with active LCA filing history in aviation occupational codes, so you can target operators who have already been through this process.
Does my foreign flight experience count toward U.S. employer requirements?
Foreign flight hours are generally creditable toward FAA certificate requirements under bilateral agreements, but each employer sets its own minimums for type ratings, total hours, and aircraft-specific experience. The H-1B petition covers your right to work status, not FAA certification equivalency. You'll need to confirm with your employer how foreign hours are logged on your FAA records before the I-129 is filed, since the job offer and wage level must reflect your actual qualified position.
Can I change airlines while on H-1B status as a Pilot?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 allows you to move to a new employer if you've held H-1B status for at least 180 days and the new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before your current status expires. For Pilots, the new employer must file a fresh LCA under the correct SOC code and wage level for the new base location and aircraft type. Your FAA certificates transfer automatically, but the H-1B petition is employer-specific and must be refiled.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect Pilot hiring timelines?
Most commercial airline and charter operator positions are cap-subject, meaning your employer must enter you in the USCIS annual H-1B lottery in March for an October 1 start date. If you're already in H-1B status with another employer, a transfer avoids the lottery. Cap-exempt positions exist at certain nonprofit or government research aviation entities, but standard airline roles are not cap-exempt. Build at least an 18-month runway into your job search to account for lottery timing and USCIS processing.