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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Position Summary
Provides P3E consultation/support to the Embraer Executive Aircraft Production facility. The role serves as the Continuous Improvement Agent and leads by coordinating and facilitating strategic decisions and being the liaison between the P3E Central Committee and the Production operation; both Phenom and Legacy lines.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- Facilitates customer relations internally and externally.
- Coordinates strategies to overcome the customer's expectations.
- Coordinates the implementation and execution of the key P3E deliverables for each level of qualification.
- Supports project planning for improvement (Kaizen, Yokoten, Project Charting, projects with probabilistic data “Lean Green Belt” to more complex issues and possibilities to analyze data, DMAIC action deployment).
- Coordinates the process flows based on services/products of the NAC Value Stream Maps (VSM) with the support of P3E Cell Agents and support of the supervisors and/or managers.
- Follows up with EEA leaders, and other participants periodically regarding Kaizen results in order to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency.
- Calculates monthly KPI's.
- Supports Production unit's P3E cells in conducting and/or submitting QCPC's and Quality Clinics.
- Supports the Production facility in Global Kaizens and/or Global P3E Committees.
- Uses required tools to assist in the solving problems regarding the processes of the P3E program.
- Obtains continuous feedback from each team under each Production cell to identify potential roadblocks, concerns and issues that need to be rapidly resolved.
- Holds periodic meetings regarding Action Plans.
- Actively engaged in internal competition and year end awards and ceremonies.
- Supports the training of cell members for Kaizen and Yokoten programs.
- Provides feedback on all A3 forms originating from any of the Production unit's cells.
- Participates and assists the Production unit's cell leaders in monitoring the evolution of PA and improvement plans.
- Assists in conducting and supporting presentations regarding improvement plans and programs.
ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Education:
- High School or GED equivalent required.
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Green Belt Certification preferred.
Experience:
- Prefer three plus years' experience in corporate quality management system activities, organization & methods systems analysis, organizational development, and process workflow analysis, preferably in the aviation industry.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of Lean practices (methods) abiding by Embraer Values.
- Ability to engage teamwork activities based on Embraer values.
- Ability to develop dynamic climate between cells so they can see the best practices of the values applied.
- Ability to influence people in the pursuit of continuous improvement.
- Ability to identify and understand the need for training to meet the training matrix gaps already identified.
- Knowledge of Six Sigma, ISO 18001, ISO 14000, ISO9001 methodologies and DMAIC philosophies.
- Proficient in Microsoft office and other computer related skills.
Working Conditions / Environment/ Special Requirements
- Ability to work in a safe professional manner adhering to all regulatory requirements including, OSHA, EPA, State and Federal regulations.
GENERAL COMMITMENT FOR ALL EMPLOYEES
- Commitment to company values and complies with department norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
- Incorporates Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
- Strive for continuous improvement to processes and procedures.
- Honors and protects confidential and proprietary documents and information.
- Satisfies work schedule requirements.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by the employee. Performs other duties as assigned.
Embraer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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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.