Aerospace & Defense STEM OPT Jobs in New York
New York's aerospace and defense sector spans Long Island's historic aviation corridor, Upstate defense contractors near Rome and Syracuse, and Manhattan-area defense technology firms. Employers like Northrop Grumman, L3Harris Technologies, and Lockheed Martin have established STEM OPT hiring pipelines for engineering, systems analysis, and software roles that meet F-1 STEM OPT eligibility requirements.
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At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling, and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Type of contract: Volontariat International en Entreprise (VIE) . To know more about the VIE program, click here
Could you be the IS&T Canada Operations VIE in Rochester, NY, United States we’re looking for?
Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your IT infrastructure and operations expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and innovative teammates. The IS&T operating model focuses on business value and innovation while delivering operational excellence:
- Development of cost-efficient services and standard solutions
- Improvement of performance, efficiency and agility on business as usual activities with focused KPIs
- Measure performance of IS&T services provided to internal customers
- Provide support to end users locally and through Service Desk
- Aligning local priorities and resources to support global processes and services
The IS&T model is driven by 4 key principles:
- Standardize business processes
- Address regional priorities
- Improve IS&T cost variability and efficiency
- Leverage new technologies to bring value to the business
The IS&T Canada Operations VIE will be reporting to Canada IS&T Operations Manager and will be one of the main faces of IS&T to our users. We’ll look to you for:
- Support the Operations team in the execution of project work packages, activities, documentation, quality assurance, reporting, and process improvements.
- Active role in planning and managing training and communications across the Americas.
- Apply templates and records to document project activities following defined standards
- Manage small projects including:
- Ipad/Mobile management
- PC management
- Printer replacement
- Work closely with end users and the Operations team to identify and resolve concerns.
- Assist in discovery of the tools and network for various sites.
- Work under the direction of the Country Operations Manager
- Performs related responsibilities as required
They will interact on a regular basis with Regional IS&T Operations manager, Global Operations teams, Business Partners, Projects teams, and Local Management.
ALL ABOUT YOU
We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or equivalent education and experience
- Proven experience in end-user support
- Fluency in English (Spanish and Portuguese are a plus)
- Strong communication skills – ability to collaborate with international teams across organizational levels
- Effective presentation skills – capable of delivering training and presentations to diverse audiences
- Result-oriented and self-driven mindset
- Data-driven approach – extensive knowledge of statistics is a plus
- Intellectual curiosity and creativity
- Willingness to work autonomously in an international environment
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Flexibility to travel for business purposes
THINGS YOU’LL ENJOY
Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:
- Work with new security standards for rail signalling
- Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
- Contribute to innovative projects
You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
IMPORTANT TO NOTE
As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
INTRODUCTION
At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling, and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Type of contract: Volontariat International en Entreprise (VIE) . To know more about the VIE program, click here
Could you be the IS&T Canada Operations VIE in Rochester, NY, United States we’re looking for?
Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your IT infrastructure and operations expertise in a cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside collaborative and innovative teammates. The IS&T operating model focuses on business value and innovation while delivering operational excellence:
- Development of cost-efficient services and standard solutions
- Improvement of performance, efficiency and agility on business as usual activities with focused KPIs
- Measure performance of IS&T services provided to internal customers
- Provide support to end users locally and through Service Desk
- Aligning local priorities and resources to support global processes and services
The IS&T model is driven by 4 key principles:
- Standardize business processes
- Address regional priorities
- Improve IS&T cost variability and efficiency
- Leverage new technologies to bring value to the business
The IS&T Canada Operations VIE will be reporting to Canada IS&T Operations Manager and will be one of the main faces of IS&T to our users. We’ll look to you for:
- Support the Operations team in the execution of project work packages, activities, documentation, quality assurance, reporting, and process improvements.
- Active role in planning and managing training and communications across the Americas.
- Apply templates and records to document project activities following defined standards
- Manage small projects including:
- Ipad/Mobile management
- PC management
- Printer replacement
- Work closely with end users and the Operations team to identify and resolve concerns.
- Assist in discovery of the tools and network for various sites.
- Work under the direction of the Country Operations Manager
- Performs related responsibilities as required
They will interact on a regular basis with Regional IS&T Operations manager, Global Operations teams, Business Partners, Projects teams, and Local Management.
ALL ABOUT YOU
We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or equivalent education and experience
- Proven experience in end-user support
- Fluency in English (Spanish and Portuguese are a plus)
- Strong communication skills – ability to collaborate with international teams across organizational levels
- Effective presentation skills – capable of delivering training and presentations to diverse audiences
- Result-oriented and self-driven mindset
- Data-driven approach – extensive knowledge of statistics is a plus
- Intellectual curiosity and creativity
- Willingness to work autonomously in an international environment
- Teamwork and collaboration skills
- Flexibility to travel for business purposes
THINGS YOU’LL ENJOY
Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:
- Work with new security standards for rail signalling
- Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
- Contribute to innovative projects
You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
IMPORTANT TO NOTE
As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
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Search Aerospace & Defense Jobs in New YorkAerospace & Defense STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
Which aerospace and defense companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in New York?
Several major contractors with New York operations have documented F-1 STEM OPT hiring activity, including Northrop Grumman on Long Island, L3Harris Technologies in Rochester and Hauppauge, and Lockheed Martin in Owego. Smaller defense electronics and systems integration firms in the Hudson Valley and around Griffiss Technology Park in Rome also participate in STEM OPT. Employer participation varies by fiscal year and program need, so verifying E-Verify enrollment with each employer directly is important before applying.
Which cities in New York have the most aerospace and defense F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Long Island, particularly the Bethpage and Hauppauge corridors, hosts the highest concentration of aerospace and defense STEM OPT roles in New York, driven by Northrop Grumman and L3Harris operations. Upstate cities including Rochester, Syracuse, Rome, and Owego have meaningful defense contractor footprints tied to electronics, radar, and avionics work. The New York City metro area adds defense technology and cybersecurity-adjacent opportunities at firms with government contracts.
What types of aerospace and defense roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that qualify for F-1 STEM OPT in aerospace and defense are those requiring a degree in a STEM-designated field listed on the DHS STEM OPT designated degree program list. Common qualifying positions include systems engineers, avionics software engineers, electrical engineers, mechanical engineers, data scientists, and aerospace engineers. Roles in program management, contracts, or finance that do not directly require a STEM degree typically do not qualify for the STEM OPT extension, even at defense contractors.
How do I find aerospace and defense F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship opportunities, including aerospace and defense roles in New York. You can filter by visa type and industry to find employers in Long Island, Upstate New York, and the metro area that have active STEM OPT hiring programs. Because Migrate Mate focuses on verified sponsorship data rather than unfiltered job listings, it reduces the time spent screening positions at employers who are not enrolled in E-Verify or have not sponsored STEM OPT workers previously.
Are there any New York-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT in aerospace and defense?
Defense contractors in New York frequently work on classified government programs, which can create clearance requirements that STEM OPT holders are not eligible to meet, since security clearances generally require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency. Applicants should confirm upfront whether a role requires a clearance, as this can disqualify otherwise STEM OPT-eligible positions. New York state also has no additional state-level work authorization requirements beyond federal USCIS rules, but employers with federal contracts must be E-Verify enrolled as a condition of STEM OPT participation.