TN Visa Flight Test Engineer Jobs
Flight Test Engineer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Engineer category, covering aeronautical, aerospace, and mechanical engineering disciplines. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no cap or lottery. Mexican citizens need a U.S. consular appointment. Your degree field must align directly with the role.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation Selinsgrove, PA
Job Category Inpatient RN - Registered Nurse, Nursing and Nursing Support
Schedule Rotation
Work Type Part time
Department Life Flight Selinsgrove Nursing Team
Date posted 09/04/2026
Job ID R-02876
Job Summary
Provides nursing care to Life Flight. Follows and adheres to Act 37 standards and protocols.
Job Duties
- Accepts a duty assignment at any program site as deemed necessary by program leadership to maintain operations.
- Provides nursing care from initial contact until patient care is relinquished to accepting medical facility.
- Maintains thorough patient care documentation in the Electronic Medical Record.
- Practices nursing within their scope of practice as defined by the state, BEMS (act 37) and Geisinger, maintains competency in knowledge and psychomotor skills by participating in ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences.
- Communicates educational needs to the Life Flight clinical leadership team, Chief Flight Nurse, or Medical Director.
- Maintains programs monthly continuing education requirements.
- Remains knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by Life Flight.
- Maintains medical interior of Life Flight aircraft and ground ambulances.
- Assures adequate inventory of equipment and supplies.
- Assures a clean and orderly environment at assigned Life Flight base.
- Functions as a flight crew member.
- Assists the pilot when needed.
- This includes attending pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings and completes necessary documentation.
- Serves as a transport resource as applicable on specialty team transports. These include ECMO and NICU.
- Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical crew members, patient, and equipment during all phases of flight.
- Serves as a role model, teacher, and clinical resource to preferring hospital, EMS, and other health care professionals.
- Acts as preceptor and participates in orientation of new employees and students as assigned.
- Completes reports when applicable for all safety related incidents.
- Participates in required patient safety education programs and other activities designed to improve departmental and organizational safety.
- Provides input to the clinical management team for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.
- Problem solves, troubleshoots and takes corrective measures in care and handling of equipment.
Works in a patient care environment in and around aircraft and is exposed to possible infectious diseases and chemical toxins. Position may require sitting for long periods of time in a helicopter or in an office environment. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Exposed to non-conventional motion, noise, vibration, jet fumes, and extreme temperatures. Working conditions in or near aircraft and/or aircraft hangar environment on a daily basis and may be exposed to loud aircraft noise, fumes, gases, odors, dust particles, and mechanical and electrical hazards. Travel may be required. Employee may not exceed 250 lbs in weight in flight gear. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Position Details
One of the following specialty certifications required upon hire:
- CCRN - Critical Care RN
- CEN Certified Emergency Nurse Specialization
- CFRN Certified Flight RN
- CTRN - Certified Transport RN Specialization
CFRN required within one year of orientation.
Required experience: Three years of critical care nursing experience.
Work Schedule:
- Part Time
- 12 hour rotating shifts
- Weekend and holiday rotation
- Occasional travel required
We’re proud to offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance that starts day one of employment
- Three medical plan choices, including options to save with a flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
- Company paid Life Insurance, Short-term disability, and Long-term disability
- Competitive 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions starting day one of employment
- PTO plan that allows you to earn more time fast
- MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health and earn incentives
- Family-friendly support to include adoption assistance, paid parental leave, paid military leave and a free care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones.
Education
Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required)
Experience
Minimum of 3 years - Related work experience (Required)
Certification(s) and License(s)
- Certified Flight Registered Nurse within one year - Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing
- S.T.A.B.L.E. Certified within one year - The S.T.A.B.L.E. Program
- Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body
- Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body
- Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program within one year of hire - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse - Default Issuing Body
Skills
Teamwork; Communication; Organizing; Interpersonal Communication; Clinical Skills; Preceptor Skills
Location Selinsgrove, PA
Job Category Inpatient RN - Registered Nurse, Nursing and Nursing Support
Schedule Rotation
Work Type Part time
Department Life Flight Selinsgrove Nursing Team
Date posted 09/04/2026
Job ID R-02876
Job Summary
Provides nursing care to Life Flight. Follows and adheres to Act 37 standards and protocols.
Job Duties
- Accepts a duty assignment at any program site as deemed necessary by program leadership to maintain operations.
- Provides nursing care from initial contact until patient care is relinquished to accepting medical facility.
- Maintains thorough patient care documentation in the Electronic Medical Record.
- Practices nursing within their scope of practice as defined by the state, BEMS (act 37) and Geisinger, maintains competency in knowledge and psychomotor skills by participating in ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences.
- Communicates educational needs to the Life Flight clinical leadership team, Chief Flight Nurse, or Medical Director.
- Maintains programs monthly continuing education requirements.
- Remains knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by Life Flight.
- Maintains medical interior of Life Flight aircraft and ground ambulances.
- Assures adequate inventory of equipment and supplies.
- Assures a clean and orderly environment at assigned Life Flight base.
- Functions as a flight crew member.
- Assists the pilot when needed.
- This includes attending pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings and completes necessary documentation.
- Serves as a transport resource as applicable on specialty team transports. These include ECMO and NICU.
- Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical crew members, patient, and equipment during all phases of flight.
- Serves as a role model, teacher, and clinical resource to preferring hospital, EMS, and other health care professionals.
- Acts as preceptor and participates in orientation of new employees and students as assigned.
- Completes reports when applicable for all safety related incidents.
- Participates in required patient safety education programs and other activities designed to improve departmental and organizational safety.
- Provides input to the clinical management team for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.
- Problem solves, troubleshoots and takes corrective measures in care and handling of equipment.
Works in a patient care environment in and around aircraft and is exposed to possible infectious diseases and chemical toxins. Position may require sitting for long periods of time in a helicopter or in an office environment. Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Exposed to non-conventional motion, noise, vibration, jet fumes, and extreme temperatures. Working conditions in or near aircraft and/or aircraft hangar environment on a daily basis and may be exposed to loud aircraft noise, fumes, gases, odors, dust particles, and mechanical and electrical hazards. Travel may be required. Employee may not exceed 250 lbs in weight in flight gear. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Position Details
One of the following specialty certifications required upon hire:
- CCRN - Critical Care RN
- CEN Certified Emergency Nurse Specialization
- CFRN Certified Flight RN
- CTRN - Certified Transport RN Specialization
CFRN required within one year of orientation.
Required experience: Three years of critical care nursing experience.
Work Schedule:
- Part Time
- 12 hour rotating shifts
- Weekend and holiday rotation
- Occasional travel required
We’re proud to offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance that starts day one of employment
- Three medical plan choices, including options to save with a flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
- Company paid Life Insurance, Short-term disability, and Long-term disability
- Competitive 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions starting day one of employment
- PTO plan that allows you to earn more time fast
- MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health and earn incentives
- Family-friendly support to include adoption assistance, paid parental leave, paid military leave and a free care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones.
Education
Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Nursing (Required)
Experience
Minimum of 3 years - Related work experience (Required)
Certification(s) and License(s)
- Certified Flight Registered Nurse within one year - Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing
- S.T.A.B.L.E. Certified within one year - The S.T.A.B.L.E. Program
- Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body
- Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body
- Licensed Registered Nurse (Pennsylvania) - RN_State of Pennsylvania
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program within one year of hire - Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse - Default Issuing Body
Skills
Teamwork; Communication; Organizing; Interpersonal Communication; Clinical Skills; Preceptor Skills
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Flight Test Engineer
Align your credentials to the TN Engineer category
TN visa approval for Flight Test Engineer roles hinges on your degree matching aeronautical, aerospace, or mechanical engineering. A software engineering degree supporting a test systems role creates classification risk. Get your transcripts translated and evaluated before applying.
Target defense contractors with established TN programs
Aerospace and defense primes routinely hire Canadian and Mexican engineers on TN status for flight test programs. Look for job postings that explicitly list USMCA or TN among accepted work authorization types, not just H-1B visa sponsorship.
Confirm security clearance eligibility before applying
Many flight test programs require access to classified facilities or ITAR-controlled data. TN status doesn't automatically disqualify you, but some positions are U.S.-citizen-only. Filter roles by clearance requirement before investing in the TN application process.
Request a support letter covering specialty occupation elements
Your employer's support letter should describe how the Flight Test Engineer role requires a specific engineering degree, not just any technical background. CBP officers at the port of entry use this letter to assess specialty occupation status on the spot.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers who already sponsor TN visas
Searching broadly wastes time on employers unfamiliar with visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters Flight Test Engineer roles by employer experience with work visa filings, so you're talking to hiring teams who already understand sponsorship processes and won't confuse TN with H-1B.
Understand Mexican TN processing before your consular appointment
Mexican citizens apply at a U.S. consulate and face a capped annual allocation unlike Canadians. Schedule your appointment as soon as you have a signed offer letter. Delays in consular scheduling can push your start date by weeks.
Flight Test Engineer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Flight Test Engineer role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Flight Test Engineer roles qualify under the TN Engineer category when your degree is in aeronautical, aerospace, mechanical, or a closely related engineering discipline. The job title doesn't need to match exactly, but the duties must align with professional engineering practice and your degree must be specific to the field, not a general science or technology credential.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for Flight Test Engineer positions?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadians, and no petition waiting period. Canadians can receive TN approval at a port of entry the same day they present documents. H-1B requires employer sponsorship months in advance, a lottery selection, and USCIS processing. For most Canadian Flight Test Engineers, TN is faster and more predictable than H-1B, assuming the role clearly fits the Engineer category.
Where can I find Flight Test Engineer jobs that sponsor TN visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking TN-sponsored roles in the U.S. You can filter Flight Test Engineer openings by TN visa eligibility, which surfaces employers already familiar with USMCA sponsorship. This saves you from applying to roles where the hiring team has no experience processing TN status and may mistake it for H-1B.
Can I hold a TN visa if my flight test role requires a security clearance?
TN status itself doesn't disqualify you from security clearance eligibility, and some Canadian and Mexican nationals do hold clearances for certain programs. However, positions requiring a U.S.-only clearance or access to restricted ITAR data may be explicitly limited to U.S. citizens regardless of visa status. Confirm the clearance requirements directly with the employer before applying.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN application?
Your employer should provide a detailed support letter on company letterhead confirming your job title, duties, the engineering degree required for the role, and your start date. For Canadian citizens, this letter plus your degree credentials goes directly to CBP at the port of entry. Mexican citizens submit these documents as part of the consular visa application package before their appointment.