Aerospace & Defense F-1 OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Nevada
There are 14+ aerospace & defense positions with F-1 OPT visa sponsorship currently available in Nevada. The most common visa types for aerospace & defense roles include F-1 OPT, H-1B, Green Card. Top hiring companies include Wabtec, Wabtec Corporation, & Dassault Falcon Jet. The median salary is $17K.
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About WFS
Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipment, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 164 airport locations, 18 countries, and on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?
Job Summary
The Lead Ramp Service Agent is responsible as the following: The maintenance of a satisfactory quantity and quality of work by assigned personnel, explaining and demonstrating work procedures and methods including safety, apportioning and scheduling assigned work, observing and analyzing the methods used and the results achieved, bring problems to the attention of management and assist management in the utilization of tools, equipment, and materials. Comply with WFS site security procedures for assigned warehouse and other operations. Remain cognizant of WFS staff, security contractors, and visitors’ activities and report security breaches, suspicious occurrences, or non-compliance with the site security plan to managers or via the WFS whistleblower program. Perform work according to Company rules and regulations. This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Compensation Rate: $17.00 + $1.00 (lead pay) per hour
Employment Status: Full-Time
Account Designation: Frontier Airlines
Watch Our Team in Action: Day In The Life Ground Handling
Responsibilities
- Load and unload aircraft of cargo weighing up to 70 lbs. in and out of aircraft within confined cargo areas, push, pull, and position loaded containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs. on rollers with/to aircraft.
- Driving vehicles with gross weights of 3,000 to 80,000 lbs. in areas congested with aircraft, moving and stationary vehicles and equipment as well as positioning vehicle up to aircraft requiring depth perception and the ability to distinguish colors, red, green, and yellow.
- Engage in push-out of aircraft driving 80,000 lb. vehicle or assist by providing guide function to driver using depth perception in congested areas or speaking to cockpit during push-back procedure.
- Transport cargo to and from aircraft driving 3,000 lb. vehicle using depth perception to negotiate vehicle with attached carts through congested area. Read "off-load" sheets to determine destination of cargo.
- While performing aircraft push-out and/or towing functions, engage in proper specific ground to cockpit communication via hand signals and voice commands, with and without, the assistance of sight or visual aids.
- Ability to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with and without, assistance of sight or visual aids.
- Pull, push, and lift bags weighing up to 70 lbs. onto or from a conveyor belt.
- Pull water hose from stationary cabinet and connect to aircraft.
- Lift, connect overhead and remove overhead, 40 lb. KVA electric cable to/from aircraft.
- De-ice aircraft at heights of up to 20 - 80 ft. lifting and holding nose, spray exterior of wings and fuselage with glycol.
Minimum Requirements
- HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language.
- Ability to successfully communicate with others.
- Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday and Sunday), holidays, and days off.
This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement of the Transport Workers Union (TWU), a labor union which requires joining the TWU and paying union dues.
Preferred Skills
- Ability to judge distances.
- Ability to confront and question unauthorized personnel in secured areas, and report their presence to authorities as necessary.
- 1+ year customer service experience.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
- Ability to judge distances.
- Ability to work in a high-noise level environment.
- Ability to confront and question unauthorized personnel in secured areas, and report their presence to authorities as necessary.
Perks & Benefits
- Want your pay in advance? Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
- Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition? On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
- Need quality medical care? Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
- Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
- Looking to stay healthy and improve your life? Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
- Want to invest in your future? 401k program offered!
- Looking to grow and have a career with us? Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!
WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.

About WFS
Join our Worldwide Flight Services family and contribute to the timely delivery of cargo shipment, luggage, business to customer delivery, and on-time flights while operating safely and securely. We perform at the highest level for our customers every day, and strive to be an exceptional leader in our industry with our teams of cargo, passenger, ramp handling, and technical service experts in 164 airport locations, 18 countries, and on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?
Job Summary
The Lead Ramp Service Agent is responsible as the following: The maintenance of a satisfactory quantity and quality of work by assigned personnel, explaining and demonstrating work procedures and methods including safety, apportioning and scheduling assigned work, observing and analyzing the methods used and the results achieved, bring problems to the attention of management and assist management in the utilization of tools, equipment, and materials. Comply with WFS site security procedures for assigned warehouse and other operations. Remain cognizant of WFS staff, security contractors, and visitors’ activities and report security breaches, suspicious occurrences, or non-compliance with the site security plan to managers or via the WFS whistleblower program. Perform work according to Company rules and regulations. This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Compensation Rate: $17.00 + $1.00 (lead pay) per hour
Employment Status: Full-Time
Account Designation: Frontier Airlines
Watch Our Team in Action: Day In The Life Ground Handling
Responsibilities
- Load and unload aircraft of cargo weighing up to 70 lbs. in and out of aircraft within confined cargo areas, push, pull, and position loaded containers weighing up to 3,200 lbs. on rollers with/to aircraft.
- Driving vehicles with gross weights of 3,000 to 80,000 lbs. in areas congested with aircraft, moving and stationary vehicles and equipment as well as positioning vehicle up to aircraft requiring depth perception and the ability to distinguish colors, red, green, and yellow.
- Engage in push-out of aircraft driving 80,000 lb. vehicle or assist by providing guide function to driver using depth perception in congested areas or speaking to cockpit during push-back procedure.
- Transport cargo to and from aircraft driving 3,000 lb. vehicle using depth perception to negotiate vehicle with attached carts through congested area. Read "off-load" sheets to determine destination of cargo.
- While performing aircraft push-out and/or towing functions, engage in proper specific ground to cockpit communication via hand signals and voice commands, with and without, the assistance of sight or visual aids.
- Ability to understand and react to verbal commands and safety warnings, with and without, assistance of sight or visual aids.
- Pull, push, and lift bags weighing up to 70 lbs. onto or from a conveyor belt.
- Pull water hose from stationary cabinet and connect to aircraft.
- Lift, connect overhead and remove overhead, 40 lb. KVA electric cable to/from aircraft.
- De-ice aircraft at heights of up to 20 - 80 ft. lifting and holding nose, spray exterior of wings and fuselage with glycol.
Minimum Requirements
- HS Diploma, GED or Equivalent.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Valid driver's license.
- Ability to read, write, fluently speak and understand the English language.
- Ability to successfully communicate with others.
- Ability to work rotating shifts including weekends (i.e., Friday, Saturday and Sunday), holidays, and days off.
This job is covered by a collective bargaining agreement of the Transport Workers Union (TWU), a labor union which requires joining the TWU and paying union dues.
Preferred Skills
- Ability to judge distances.
- Ability to confront and question unauthorized personnel in secured areas, and report their presence to authorities as necessary.
- 1+ year customer service experience.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
- Ability to judge distances.
- Ability to work in a high-noise level environment.
- Ability to confront and question unauthorized personnel in secured areas, and report their presence to authorities as necessary.
Perks & Benefits
- Want your pay in advance? Access your pay when you need it through DailyPay app!
- Are you a top performer who thrives on recognition? On the spot awards offered through the Awardco Platform including gift cards and more!
- Need quality medical care? Multiple options for both full and part-time employees!
- Want WFS Employee Extras? Travel Discounts, Pet insurance, Discount Shopping & More!
- Looking to stay healthy and improve your life? Wellness Programs offered to all employees!
- Want to invest in your future? 401k program offered!
- Looking to grow and have a career with us? Opportunity for Internal Mobility and transfers available!
WFS is an equal opportunity employer committed to employment equity and inclusion. We accept applications from all qualified individuals.
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What aerospace & defense companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Nevada?
Top aerospace & defense companies sponsoring F-1 OPT visas in Nevada include Wabtec, Wabtec Corporation, Dassault Falcon Jet, MP Materials, ALSTOM. These employers actively hire international talent for aerospace & defense roles.
What is the median salary for F-1 OPT-sponsored aerospace & defense jobs in Nevada?
The median salary for F-1 OPT-sponsored aerospace & defense positions in Nevada is $17K per year. Compensation varies by role, experience level, and company size.
What cities in Nevada have the most aerospace & defense F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
The cities with the most aerospace & defense F-1 OPT sponsorship opportunities in Nevada include Las Vegas, Reno. These metro areas have the highest concentration of aerospace & defense employers willing to sponsor work F-1 OPT visas.
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