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Project Specialist roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as business administration, engineering, or information systems. Employers file an LCA certifying prevailing wage compliance before your petition reaches USCIS, and most large project-driven organizations have established H-1B visa sponsorship pipelines for this occupation.
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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.
Responsibilities:
If you're a dynamic Project Manager experienced in directing cross-functional projects in fast-paced environments, this position may engage all of your strengths! You'll play a key role within the company's largest interdisciplinary commercial program, contributing to high-impact work at Spirit AeroSystems, now part of The Boeing Company. If you're ready to bring your expertise to a program with scale, complexity, and real business influence, we invite you to apply today.
Position Responsibilities:
- Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between program management and planning, project team, and Operations leadership
- Reviews status of projects and budgets, manages schedules, and prepares status reports
- Assesses production issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer goals and objectives
- Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, customer and other stakeholders
- Assist in training/mentoring/developing Team members as well as suggest new strategies or concepts
- Proven ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously (coordination, status, and performance to plan)
- Cross-functional coordination and leadership to achieve project goals
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Demonstrated ability to foster business partnerships with internal customers and functional organizations
- Business Acumen, Managing with Influence, Interpersonal relationships and communication
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
- 3+ years of related experience in a highly-regulated, relevant manufacturing environment
- Strong computer skills with Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
- Bachelor’s Degree OR equivalent experience
- PMP or other PMI Certification
- Individual project management and tracking as part of a larger portfolio
- Familiarity with Smartsheet
- Ability to create and present in depth presentations to executive level management
- Schedule development by project appropriate to project scope
- Technical background to be able to work with cross functional teams
- Ability to integrate large multi-year projects and small near-term projects
- Business acumen to quantify implications of projects and the ability to coordinate with Finance on tracking to plan
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with executive leaders
- Ability to manage with influence and provide leadership throughout multiple teams simultaneously
- Proven ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously (coordination, status and performance to plan)
- Cross-functional coordination and leadership to achieve project goals
- SAP, MES, and MES experience
- Experience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Demonstrated ability to foster business partnerships with internal customers
Preferred knowledge of manufacturing environment, lean processing, and industrial engineering concepts.
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: $60,200 - $92,300
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.
Responsibilities:
If you're a dynamic Project Manager experienced in directing cross-functional projects in fast-paced environments, this position may engage all of your strengths! You'll play a key role within the company's largest interdisciplinary commercial program, contributing to high-impact work at Spirit AeroSystems, now part of The Boeing Company. If you're ready to bring your expertise to a program with scale, complexity, and real business influence, we invite you to apply today.
Position Responsibilities:
- Oversees and manages the operational aspects of ongoing projects and serves as liaison between program management and planning, project team, and Operations leadership
- Reviews status of projects and budgets, manages schedules, and prepares status reports
- Assesses production issues and develops resolutions to meet productivity, quality, and customer goals and objectives
- Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress and for intervention and problem solving with project managers, line managers, customer and other stakeholders
- Assist in training/mentoring/developing Team members as well as suggest new strategies or concepts
- Proven ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously (coordination, status, and performance to plan)
- Cross-functional coordination and leadership to achieve project goals
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Demonstrated ability to foster business partnerships with internal customers and functional organizations
- Business Acumen, Managing with Influence, Interpersonal relationships and communication
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
- 3+ years of related experience in a highly-regulated, relevant manufacturing environment
- Strong computer skills with Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
- Bachelor’s Degree OR equivalent experience
- PMP or other PMI Certification
- Individual project management and tracking as part of a larger portfolio
- Familiarity with Smartsheet
- Ability to create and present in depth presentations to executive level management
- Schedule development by project appropriate to project scope
- Technical background to be able to work with cross functional teams
- Ability to integrate large multi-year projects and small near-term projects
- Business acumen to quantify implications of projects and the ability to coordinate with Finance on tracking to plan
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written with executive leaders
- Ability to manage with influence and provide leadership throughout multiple teams simultaneously
- Proven ability to balance multiple projects simultaneously (coordination, status and performance to plan)
- Cross-functional coordination and leadership to achieve project goals
- SAP, MES, and MES experience
- Experience with Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Demonstrated ability to foster business partnerships with internal customers
Preferred knowledge of manufacturing environment, lean processing, and industrial engineering concepts.
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: $60,200 - $92,300
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 as a Project Specialist
Verify your degree field matches the role
USCIS requires your degree to relate specifically to project management or a directly connected discipline. A general business degree often passes, but a fine arts degree won't support a Project Specialist petition, even with years of relevant experience.
Pull the O*NET profile before applying
The O*NET classification for Project Specialist roles maps the required knowledge areas USCIS officers reference when evaluating specialty occupation status. Align your resume and cover letter to those same knowledge domains to strengthen the employer's petition.
Target employers with active LCA filing histories
Use Migrate Mate to filter Project Specialist openings by employers who have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications for this occupation code, so you're only spending time on companies with a documented sponsorship track record.
Ask about project classification during offer negotiation
Project Specialist roles vary from construction and IT to healthcare and government contracting. The employer's SOC code on your LCA determines which prevailing wage level DOL certifies, so confirm your job duties and title are classified correctly before signing an offer.
File the LCA under the correct work location
If your Project Specialist role involves multiple client sites or remote work across state lines, your employer must file a separate LCA for each worksite location. A single-location LCA won't cover travel-heavy project assignments, which can trigger compliance issues at renewal.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to validate your offer
Before your employer finalizes the H-1B petition, run your job title and worksite ZIP code through the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your level. A wage below the certified level is grounds for a USCIS denial.
H-1B Visa Project Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer documents the role. USCIS evaluates whether the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Project Specialist roles that are tied to engineering, IT, finance, or healthcare operations typically qualify, but broadly defined coordination roles without a degree requirement in the job description can draw a Request for Evidence.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for Project Specialists?
Migrate Mate shows verified LCA filing history by occupation code, so you can identify which companies have filed H-1B petitions for Project Specialist or closely related roles. This is more reliable than asking recruiters, since you're looking at actual DOL filing records rather than self-reported sponsorship policies.
Can I switch from OPT to H-1B while working as a Project Specialist?
Yes. Your employer files the H-1B petition before April 1 for an October 1 start date. If you're on STEM OPT, your cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30 if your petition is timely filed and pending. Confirm your OPT end date and STEM extension status with your DSO early so there's no gap in authorization.
What happens to my H-1B if I'm reassigned to a different project or client site?
A significant change in job duties, location, or employer entity can require an amended H-1B petition before the change takes effect. Moving to a new worksite in a different metropolitan area almost always requires a new LCA. Your employer's immigration counsel should assess any material change before you start the new assignment.
Does working as a contractor or on a project basis affect H-1B eligibility?
Contract-based Project Specialist roles are eligible for H-1B sponsorship, but USCIS scrutinizes staffing and consulting arrangements more closely. The key question is whether the end client or the sponsoring employer controls your day-to-day work. If the end client directs your work and the sponsor is acting as a staffing intermediary, USCIS may issue an RFE challenging employer-employee relationship.