Aerospace & Defense Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in Florida

Florida is one of the most active states for aerospace and defense Green Card sponsorship, driven by major employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, L3Harris, Boeing, and Northrop Grumman operating across the Space Coast, Tampa Bay, and greater Orlando. The state's concentration of defense contractors and NASA-adjacent operations creates consistent demand for sponsored engineering, systems, and technical talent.

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Open Jobs78+
Work Type96% On-site
Median Salary$81K
Top LocationOrlando, FL
Most JobsSiemens Energy

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Dassault Falcon Jet
Accounting Specialist
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Accounting Specialist
Dassault Falcon Jet
Melbourne, Florida
Finance
Accounting
Bookkeeping & AP/AR
Tax
$55,000/yr - $70,000/yr
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Associate's
1,001-5,000

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Axon Enterprise, Inc.
Field Inside Sales Representative, Southeast Region
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Axon Enterprise, Inc.
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Field Inside Sales Representative, Southeast Region
Axon Enterprise, Inc.
Florida
Sales
Account Management
Inside Sales
Not listed
Remote (US)
Associate's

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Airbus Americas
Flight Hours Services Repair Manager
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Airbus Americas
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Flight Hours Services Repair Manager
Airbus Americas
Miami, Florida
Procurement & Supply Chain
Customer Service & Support
Supply Chain
Logistics & Fleet Management
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On-Site
Associate's

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Embraer
A&P Technician
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Embraer
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A&P Technician
Embraer
Melbourne, Florida
Manufacturing Operations
Maintenance & Repair
Quality Control
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Shield AI
Staff Engineer, Flight Test
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Staff Engineer, Flight Test
Shield AI
Melbourne, Florida
Specialized Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Aerospace Engineering
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
11-50

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Green Card Aerospace & Defense Job Roles in Florida

Manufacturing Operations21 jobs
Quality Control20 jobs
Engineering (Non-Software)19 jobs
Specialized Engineering19 jobs
Project & Program Management15 jobs
Project Management11 jobs
Partnerships & Business Development10 jobs
Maintenance & Repair9 jobs
Account Management8 jobs
Business Development8 jobs

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Aerospace & Defense Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions

Which aerospace and defense companies sponsor Green Card visas in Florida?

Florida's largest Green Card sponsors in aerospace and defense include Lockheed Martin (Orlando and Palm Beach), L3Harris Technologies (headquartered in Melbourne), Raytheon Technologies (multiple Florida sites), Boeing, Northrop Grumman, and Leidos. NASA's Kennedy Space Center and its network of prime contractors on the Space Coast also generate consistent Green Card sponsorship activity for engineering and technical roles.

Which cities in Florida have the most aerospace and defense Green Card sponsorship jobs?

Orlando leads for defense systems and simulation roles, particularly around the defense technology corridor near Lake Nona and UCF. Melbourne and the broader Space Coast (Brevard County) concentrate launch, satellite, and avionics work. Tampa and St. Petersburg host significant defense electronics and cybersecurity operations. Palm Beach County is home to major defense engineering campuses, including Lockheed Martin's facilities.

What types of aerospace and defense roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in Florida?

Roles requiring specialized bachelor's degrees or higher in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, systems engineering, computer science, and mechanical engineering are the most commonly sponsored. Specific positions include systems engineers, avionics engineers, software engineers supporting defense platforms, radar and sensor specialists, and program managers with technical backgrounds. Roles tied to classified programs may require U.S. citizenship and are not eligible for sponsorship.

How do I find aerospace and defense Green Card sponsorship jobs in Florida?

Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for aerospace and defense employers in Florida who have a documented history of Green Card sponsorship, saving you from applying to positions where sponsorship is unavailable. Because Florida's defense sector spans Orlando, Melbourne, Tampa, and Palm Beach, using Migrate Mate's location and industry filters helps you target the right employers efficiently rather than sorting through unsponsored listings.

Are there any state-specific or industry-specific considerations for Green Card sponsorship in Florida's aerospace and defense sector?

Many Florida aerospace and defense roles involve export-controlled technologies under ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations), which restricts certain positions to U.S. persons. This means some roles are ineligible for sponsorship entirely. For roles that are sponsorship-eligible, Florida's large defense contractor base means employers tend to have established immigration processes, often using experienced immigration counsel to manage EB-2 and EB-3 PERM filings.

What is the prevailing wage for Green Card aerospace & defense jobs in Florida?

U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.