Aerospace & Defense Jobs in Kansas with TN Sponsorship
Kansas is a top-tier state for aerospace and defense employment, anchored by Wichita's concentration of major manufacturers including Spirit AeroSystems, Textron Aviation, and Garmin. Canadian and Mexican nationals in engineering, manufacturing, and technical roles can pursue TN visa sponsorship with Kansas employers actively hiring in this sector across Wichita, Lenexa, and the Kansas City metro.
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INTRODUCTION
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
Position Responsibilities:
- Develops and guides project and configuration management activities necessary to incorporate new products or product changes, in accordance with contractual, customer, program, and regulatory requirements.
- Analyzes sequence of operations and workflow to develop schedules for new products and existing product design changes.
- Has knowledge of the production system (e.g., supply, engineering, manufacturing, support, etc.), reviews and analyzes configuration data to control product changes, and negotiates between organizations to develop incorporation plans and integrated schedules.
- Monitors and ensures compliance with the plans and schedules and reports on status. Interfaces with program management, product design, contracts, tooling, manufacturing engineering, quality assurance, supply chain, component suppliers, assemblers, and product support, in order to develop and maintain configuration incorporation plans and integrated schedules via application of project & configuration management.
- Apply knowledge of project management to develop and maintain plans and schedules which integrate all production activities (e.g., product definition, procurement, manufacturing, testing, delivering, support, etc.).
- Ability to interpret technical work statements, manufacturing plans and program level plans.
- Ability to monitor and analyze the incorporation plan and to resolve plan deviations with the value chain.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree
- 0-2 years of relevant experience
- Experience in project management or similar field
- Detail oriented
- Be able to handle schedule analysis
- Personable, great communication skills
- Adapts well to change
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Basic Microsoft Suite
- Knowledge of SAP
- SAP HANA preferred
- ECM/MCM knowledge is preferred
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 – Entry Level (Level 1): $47,100 - $72,200
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.

INTRODUCTION
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
Position Responsibilities:
- Develops and guides project and configuration management activities necessary to incorporate new products or product changes, in accordance with contractual, customer, program, and regulatory requirements.
- Analyzes sequence of operations and workflow to develop schedules for new products and existing product design changes.
- Has knowledge of the production system (e.g., supply, engineering, manufacturing, support, etc.), reviews and analyzes configuration data to control product changes, and negotiates between organizations to develop incorporation plans and integrated schedules.
- Monitors and ensures compliance with the plans and schedules and reports on status. Interfaces with program management, product design, contracts, tooling, manufacturing engineering, quality assurance, supply chain, component suppliers, assemblers, and product support, in order to develop and maintain configuration incorporation plans and integrated schedules via application of project & configuration management.
- Apply knowledge of project management to develop and maintain plans and schedules which integrate all production activities (e.g., product definition, procurement, manufacturing, testing, delivering, support, etc.).
- Ability to interpret technical work statements, manufacturing plans and program level plans.
- Ability to monitor and analyze the incorporation plan and to resolve plan deviations with the value chain.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree
- 0-2 years of relevant experience
- Experience in project management or similar field
- Detail oriented
- Be able to handle schedule analysis
- Personable, great communication skills
- Adapts well to change
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Basic Microsoft Suite
- Knowledge of SAP
- SAP HANA preferred
- ECM/MCM knowledge is preferred
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 – Entry Level (Level 1): $47,100 - $72,200
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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Which aerospace and defense companies in Kansas sponsor TN visas?
Wichita-based employers are the primary source of TN sponsorship in Kansas aerospace and defense. Spirit AeroSystems, Textron Aviation, Garmin, and Boeing (which maintains a significant Wichita-area presence through contractors and suppliers) have historically hired Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying technical roles. Smaller defense contractors and aviation suppliers in the greater Wichita and Kansas City corridors also sponsor TN workers, particularly for engineering and IT positions tied to aircraft programs.
Which cities in Kansas have the most aerospace and defense TN sponsorship jobs?
Wichita is by far the dominant city for aerospace and defense TN jobs in Kansas, often called the Air Capital of the World due to its density of aircraft manufacturers and suppliers. The Kansas City metro area, including Lenexa and Overland Park on the Kansas side, offers additional opportunities with defense contractors and aviation technology firms. Smaller clusters exist near military installations such as Fort Riley and McConnell Air Force Base.
What types of aerospace and defense roles typically qualify for TN sponsorship in Kansas?
TN visa eligibility requires the role to fall within a designated USMCA occupation category, and the position must require at least a bachelor's degree in a related field. In Kansas aerospace and defense, roles that commonly meet these criteria include aerospace engineers, mechanical engineers, electrical engineers, systems engineers, computer systems analysts, and scientific technicians. General labor, assembly technician, or management roles that do not require a specific professional degree typically do not qualify for TN status.
How do I find aerospace and defense TN sponsorship jobs in Kansas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter by TN visa sponsorship, the aerospace and defense industry, and Kansas as your target state to see roles where employers have indicated willingness to sponsor TN workers. Because TN sponsorship depends heavily on the specific role and degree alignment, reviewing job descriptions carefully for degree requirements before applying is important. Migrate Mate helps narrow the list to relevant opportunities rather than applying broadly.
Are there state-specific or industry-specific considerations for TN sponsorship in Kansas aerospace and defense?
Kansas does not impose state-level visa sponsorship requirements, but the aerospace and defense sector adds a layer of consideration: many roles involve defense contracts that require security clearances. Canadian nationals can obtain U.S. security clearances in some cases, but the process takes time and is not guaranteed, which can affect hiring timelines for certain roles. Mexican nationals face additional clearance constraints under some programs. Confirming clearance eligibility with the employer before applying to defense-focused positions is advisable.
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