OPT Regional Service Manager Jobs
Regional Service Manager jobs are open to F-1 OPT students with degrees in business, engineering, or operations management. Most roles require demonstrated leadership and technical troubleshooting experience. Your OPT work authorization covers full-time employment, and many employers in field service and operations actively hire OPT candidates.
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Performs in a collaborative environment to develop and implement manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, fabrication, and material handling. Drives adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement. Creates and analyzes 3D based model data environment to optimize manufacturing process and digital work instructions. Leverages understanding of materials and automatic processes to define operations procedures and build sequences to drive operational excellence. Evaluates performance (including IoT devices, etc.) of equipment and tools to verify their efficiency and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure operational excellence. Leverages factory data to develop statistical process control approaches and integrates reporting and data analytics solutions for continuous improvement. Provides input to product design regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques. Responsible for guidance and development of Manufacturing Engineering (ME) team, including Functional Test Engineering, providing support to AMMM production and on the Flight Line. Responsible for working closely with Production and assessing situations to develop tools and methods for improving quality and productivity. Responsible for department budget, audit support, and other ME related issues.
Will provide guidance and coaching/development on Manufacturing Engineering skills, including:
- Create and update Manufacturing Plan.
- Develop major tooling requirements and production floor layout.
- Initiate Tooling Request Forms and schedule tooling builds/buys to support production.
- Develop capital equipment requirements and forecast funding needs.
- Initiate capital spending request, SOW/specifications, and FSR for purchase of capital equipment.
- Initiate calibration requirements for new equipment and coordinate with Facilities Engineering on development of preventative maintenance requirements for ground support equipment maintenance and tooling.
- Initiate and coordinate all project tooling and special test equipment periodic inspection and maintenance/repair requirements in conjunction with Tool Engineering.
- Develop program specific methods, operating procedures, and tooling usage documents such as TSUD, MPS/PPDs, and SCLs.
- Develop requirements for and initiate purchase of perishable factory equipment.
- Develop specifications and initiate procurement of Standard Tools.
- Continuously review facilities and tools for Safety issues and initiate corrective action.
- Continuously work with production supervision and mechanics to improve process, methods, and work sequencing to include refinement of all things stated above.
- Investigate repetitive non-conformances; develop and implement corrective action.
Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree (e.g. Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, etc.)
- Experience in Manufacturing Engineering or understanding of Manufacturing Engineering practice and procedures.
- Production Support/Corrective Action experience.
- Formal/Informal Leadership experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Flight Line Experience.
- Demonstrated Full Spectrum Leadership skills and Culture of Accountability practices.
- MS Office experience including with Project and Access database.
- Familiarity with AMMM Airframes.
- Working knowledge of Manufacturing Engineering skills defined in job description and the controlling media PM-9003, PM-4053, and AC -3031.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
PAY INFORMATION
Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills as well as market (work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
BENEFITS OFFERED
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full-time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
INTRODUCTION
Performs in a collaborative environment to develop and implement manufacturing processes, procedures and production layouts for assemblies, equipment installation, processing, fabrication, and material handling. Drives adoption of new technologies and processes (automation, robotics, computer aided manufacturing software, etc.) to achieve greater efficiency, cost reduction and quality improvement. Creates and analyzes 3D based model data environment to optimize manufacturing process and digital work instructions. Leverages understanding of materials and automatic processes to define operations procedures and build sequences to drive operational excellence. Evaluates performance (including IoT devices, etc.) of equipment and tools to verify their efficiency and investigates and initiates corrective action of problems and deficiencies to ensure operational excellence. Leverages factory data to develop statistical process control approaches and integrates reporting and data analytics solutions for continuous improvement. Provides input to product design regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques. Responsible for guidance and development of Manufacturing Engineering (ME) team, including Functional Test Engineering, providing support to AMMM production and on the Flight Line. Responsible for working closely with Production and assessing situations to develop tools and methods for improving quality and productivity. Responsible for department budget, audit support, and other ME related issues.
Will provide guidance and coaching/development on Manufacturing Engineering skills, including:
- Create and update Manufacturing Plan.
- Develop major tooling requirements and production floor layout.
- Initiate Tooling Request Forms and schedule tooling builds/buys to support production.
- Develop capital equipment requirements and forecast funding needs.
- Initiate capital spending request, SOW/specifications, and FSR for purchase of capital equipment.
- Initiate calibration requirements for new equipment and coordinate with Facilities Engineering on development of preventative maintenance requirements for ground support equipment maintenance and tooling.
- Initiate and coordinate all project tooling and special test equipment periodic inspection and maintenance/repair requirements in conjunction with Tool Engineering.
- Develop program specific methods, operating procedures, and tooling usage documents such as TSUD, MPS/PPDs, and SCLs.
- Develop requirements for and initiate purchase of perishable factory equipment.
- Develop specifications and initiate procurement of Standard Tools.
- Continuously review facilities and tools for Safety issues and initiate corrective action.
- Continuously work with production supervision and mechanics to improve process, methods, and work sequencing to include refinement of all things stated above.
- Investigate repetitive non-conformances; develop and implement corrective action.
Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree (e.g. Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical, etc.)
- Experience in Manufacturing Engineering or understanding of Manufacturing Engineering practice and procedures.
- Production Support/Corrective Action experience.
- Formal/Informal Leadership experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Flight Line Experience.
- Demonstrated Full Spectrum Leadership skills and Culture of Accountability practices.
- MS Office experience including with Project and Access database.
- Familiarity with AMMM Airframes.
- Working knowledge of Manufacturing Engineering skills defined in job description and the controlling media PM-9003, PM-4053, and AC -3031.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
PAY INFORMATION
Full-Time Salary Range: $104900.00 - $194700.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills as well as market (work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
BENEFITS OFFERED
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full-time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Regional Service Manager
Target field service and operations-heavy industries
Companies in medical devices, industrial equipment, and HVAC rely heavily on Regional Service Managers and sponsor OPT regularly. Focusing your search on these sectors improves your chances of finding employers already familiar with OPT work authorization requirements.
Quantify your operations or technical experience
Hiring managers for this role want proof you can manage teams and complex service workflows. Include specific metrics from internships or projects, such as response times reduced or team sizes managed, to make your resume stand out to sponsorship-friendly employers.
Address OPT proactively in your cover letter
Briefly note your current OPT authorization and, if applicable, your STEM OPT extension eligibility. Framing it as low-friction work authorization, rather than waiting for employers to ask, removes a common early-stage concern before the first interview even begins.
Prioritize companies with existing H-1B sponsorship history
Employers who have previously sponsored H-1B visas are far more likely to hire OPT candidates and support future visa transitions. Look for organizations with regional operations footprints, as they often have dedicated HR processes for international employee work authorization.
Leverage your degree field to strengthen your specialty occupation case
Regional Service Manager roles supported by engineering or business degrees align well with specialty occupation criteria. Clearly connecting your academic background to the technical and managerial demands of the role strengthens both your application and any future H-1B petition.
Negotiate remote or hybrid arrangements to expand your geographic options
Many Regional Service Managers operate across multi-state territories and can be based remotely. Broadening your location flexibility significantly increases the number of OPT-friendly employers you can realistically apply to, especially outside expensive coastal markets.
Regional Service Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Regional Service Managers?
Yes. Regional Service Manager roles qualify for F-1 OPT work authorization because they directly relate to business, engineering, and operations management degree fields. Your OPT Employment Authorization Document covers full-time employment in positions that match your field of study. STEM OPT extension may apply if your degree is in an eligible STEM field and your employer is E-Verify enrolled.
Do Regional Service Manager jobs typically sponsor H-1B visas?
Many do, particularly employers in manufacturing, medical devices, industrial equipment, and enterprise technology services. These industries have established international hiring pipelines and regularly file H-1B petitions for operations and service leadership roles. Prioritizing employers with prior H-1B sponsorship history is the most reliable way to identify companies willing to support your long-term visa status.
How do I find Regional Service Manager jobs that accept OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and international students, so every job listing on the platform is filtered for visa sponsorship compatibility. Searching on Migrate Mate lets you skip the guesswork of identifying OPT-friendly employers and focus directly on Regional Service Manager roles where your work authorization is already accounted for.
Does a Regional Service Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your underlying degree is in an eligible STEM field, such as industrial engineering, electrical engineering, or computer science, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you can apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The Regional Service Manager role itself must also be directly related to your STEM degree field.
What should I include on my resume when applying for Regional Service Manager jobs on OPT?
Lead with your degree field and any technical or operations coursework relevant to service management. Highlight leadership experience, cross-functional project ownership, and any exposure to service delivery metrics or team coordination. You do not need to include your visa status on your resume, but be prepared to discuss your OPT authorization timeline and STEM extension eligibility during early screening calls.