Aerospace & Defense Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Massachusetts
Massachusetts leads aerospace and defense innovation with companies like Raytheon Technologies in Waltham, General Dynamics in Pittsfield, and MIT Lincoln Laboratory in Lexington. The state's concentration of defense contractors, research institutions, and aerospace manufacturers creates substantial visa sponsorship opportunities across engineering, cybersecurity, and advanced manufacturing roles throughout the Greater Boston area and Pioneer Valley.
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Unique Skills:
At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.
Multiple shifts available.
See Job Description for details.
The base compensation range for this role is $36.14 - $42.17 per hour.
Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors including but not limited to: minimum and preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, and location.
Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, wellness programs, paid leave and tuition assistance. Our U.S. benefits package includes:
- Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee assistance plan
- Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance.
Education and Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required. 3 years aviation maintenance experience (avionics, electrical, and/or mechanical). A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license required. Valid Driver’s License required.
Position Purpose:
Perform various technical functions of aircraft maintenance, repair, replacement, and modification of key aircraft components to ensure proper operation. Perform aircraft maintenance and perform troubleshooting and repair duties requiring accuracy and skill.
Job Description
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
- Perform required maintenance and necessary servicing of all aircraft mechanical systems.
- Repair, maintain, install, and troubleshoot mechanical and functional components of the aircraft including airframes, engine components, landing gear, electrical components, and control systems.
- Coordinate with inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements.
- Properly complete work order sign-offs, shift turnovers, and other paperwork in a timely manner.
- Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
- Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely.
- Follow standard operating procedures and JSAs when operating ground support equipment.
- Operate and oversee use of special support equipment used in removal and installations of major components.
- Coordinate with other departments to arrange for the overhaul or repair of customer property as needed.
Additional Functions:
- Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean.
- Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment.
- Coordinate movement of aircraft, as required.
- Maintain advanced knowledge of FAA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Requirements:
- Advanced knowledge of inspection and maintenance procedures for various aircraft models and systems.
- Advanced knowledge of pertinent technical reference materials (maintenance manuals, IPCs, Service Bulletins, structural repair manuals, engineering drawings, ADS, etc.).
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Additional Information
Requisition Number: 230269
Category: Service Center
Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
Shift: Multiple Shifts
Employment Type: Full-time
Posting End Date: 04/10/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.
Aircraft Maintenance Technician 3 - A& P in GAC Westfield
Unique Skills:
At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.
Multiple shifts available.
See Job Description for details.
The base compensation range for this role is $36.14 - $42.17 per hour.
Final compensation for this role will be determined by several factors including but not limited to: minimum and preferred qualifications, knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, and location.
Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits plans, wellness programs, paid leave and tuition assistance. Our U.S. benefits package includes:
- Medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee assistance plan
- Voluntary programs such as adoption assistance, prepaid legal assistance, home and auto insurance, and accident insurance.
Education and Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required. 3 years aviation maintenance experience (avionics, electrical, and/or mechanical). A&P (FAA Airframe and Powerplant) license required. Valid Driver’s License required.
Position Purpose:
Perform various technical functions of aircraft maintenance, repair, replacement, and modification of key aircraft components to ensure proper operation. Perform aircraft maintenance and perform troubleshooting and repair duties requiring accuracy and skill.
Job Description
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
- Perform required maintenance and necessary servicing of all aircraft mechanical systems.
- Repair, maintain, install, and troubleshoot mechanical and functional components of the aircraft including airframes, engine components, landing gear, electrical components, and control systems.
- Coordinate with inspection to ensure compliance with internal and FAA inspection and documentation requirements.
- Properly complete work order sign-offs, shift turnovers, and other paperwork in a timely manner.
- Ensure that all work accomplished meets quality standards and specifications.
- Properly identify (tag) customer property and equipment. Store aircraft components and other customer property securely and safely.
- Follow standard operating procedures and JSAs when operating ground support equipment.
- Operate and oversee use of special support equipment used in removal and installations of major components.
- Coordinate with other departments to arrange for the overhaul or repair of customer property as needed.
Additional Functions:
- Apply 6S and Lean Initiatives to keep shops, hangars, and aircraft work areas clean.
- Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment.
- Coordinate movement of aircraft, as required.
- Maintain advanced knowledge of FAA regulations, process specifications, Repair Station and Quality Control manuals, and company policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Other Requirements:
- Advanced knowledge of inspection and maintenance procedures for various aircraft models and systems.
- Advanced knowledge of pertinent technical reference materials (maintenance manuals, IPCs, Service Bulletins, structural repair manuals, engineering drawings, ADS, etc.).
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Additional Information
Requisition Number: 230269
Category: Service Center
Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%
Shift: Multiple Shifts
Employment Type: Full-time
Posting End Date: 04/10/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.
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Which aerospace & defense companies sponsor visas in Massachusetts?
Major visa sponsors include Raytheon Technologies (Waltham), General Dynamics Mission Systems (Pittsfield), MIT Lincoln Laboratory (Lexington), Draper (Cambridge), and BAE Systems (Nashua area operations). Boeing, Lockheed Martin, and Northrop Grumman also maintain significant Massachusetts operations with active H-1B and O-1 sponsorship programs for specialized engineering and research positions.
How to find aerospace & defense visa sponsorship jobs in Massachusetts?
Use Migrate Mate to browse current aerospace and defense openings in Massachusetts that explicitly offer visa sponsorship. The platform filters specifically for employers willing to sponsor H-1B, O-1, and other work visas. Focus on the Route 128 corridor from Burlington to Waltham, where most major defense contractors concentrate their Massachusetts operations and engineering centers.
Which visa types are most common for aerospace & defense roles in Massachusetts?
H-1B dominates for engineering positions (systems, software, electrical), while O-1 visas target senior researchers and specialists in advanced technologies. L-1 transfers are common for international defense contractors. TN visas serve Canadian and Mexican engineers, though security clearance requirements can limit some opportunities for non-citizens in classified defense programs.
Which cities in Massachusetts have the most aerospace & defense sponsorship jobs?
Waltham leads with Raytheon's headquarters and multiple divisions. Cambridge hosts Draper and defense-focused startups near MIT. Lexington houses MIT Lincoln Laboratory. Burlington, Bedford, and Woburn form a defense contractor cluster along Route 128. Pittsfield in Western Massachusetts centers around General Dynamics, while Tewksbury hosts additional aerospace manufacturing operations.
Do Massachusetts aerospace & defense jobs require security clearances for visa holders?
Many positions require U.S. citizenship for security clearances, limiting visa holder opportunities in classified defense work. However, substantial unclassified commercial aerospace, research and development, and engineering support roles remain available. Companies often maintain separate divisions for international employees, focusing on commercial aviation, space technology, and non-classified defense systems development.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored aerospace & defense jobs in Massachusetts?
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.
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