Aerospace & Defense Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania's aerospace & defense sector offers strong visa sponsorship opportunities, centered around major defense contractors like Lockheed Martin in King of Prussia, Boeing's rotorcraft operations in Ridley Park, and General Dynamics in Lima. Philadelphia and Pittsburgh serve as primary hubs, with additional opportunities in Harrisburg and the Lehigh Valley region.

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Overview

Open Jobs287+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type47% Hybrid
Median Salary$89K
Top LocationCranberry Township, PA
Most JobsWestinghouse Electric Company

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Engineered Arresting Systems
Buyer, Staff
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Engineered Arresting Systems
Hatfield, Pennsylvania
Procurement & Supply Chain
Procurement & Purchasing
Supply Chain
$58,100 - $65,000/yr
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High School

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Axon
Senior Revenue Manager
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Senior Revenue Manager
Axon
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Finance
Accounting
Business Operations
Compliance & Legal
Project & Program Management
Tax
$133,200/yr - $213,120/yr
Hybrid
7+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Boeing
Structural Analysis Engineer
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Structural Analysis Engineer
Boeing
Ridley Park, Pennsylvania
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Structural Engineering
$70/hr - $75/hr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Westinghouse Electric Company
Project Controls Specialist
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Project Controls Specialist
Westinghouse Electric Company
Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania
Project & Program Management
Business Analysis
Project Management
$69,200/yr - $86,500/yr
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Atlas Technical Consultants
CADD Manager/Senior Designer
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CADD Manager/Senior Designer
Atlas Technical Consultants
Plymouth Meeting, Pennsylvania
Specialized Engineering
Civil & Structural Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Civil Engineering
Drafting & CAD
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Other
1,001-5,000

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Aerospace & Defense Job Roles in Pennsylvania

Engineering (Non-Software)106 jobs
Specialized Engineering103 jobs
Project & Program Management94 jobs
Project Management67 jobs
Mechanical Engineering56 jobs
Manufacturing Operations43 jobs
Quality Control41 jobs
Electrical Engineering31 jobs
Software Engineering28 jobs
Procurement & Supply Chain25 jobs

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Aerospace & Defense Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

Which aerospace & defense companies sponsor visas in Pennsylvania?

Major sponsors include Lockheed Martin (King of Prussia), Boeing's rotorcraft division (Ridley Park), General Dynamics Land Systems (Lima), Northrop Grumman (various locations), and Raytheon Technologies. Smaller defense contractors like Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State and QinetiQ North America also sponsor visas for specialized engineering and research positions.

Which cities in Pennsylvania have the most aerospace & defense sponsorship jobs?

Philadelphia leads with the highest concentration, followed by Pittsburgh's advanced manufacturing sector. King of Prussia hosts multiple defense contractors, while the Lehigh Valley region offers growing opportunities. Harrisburg and State College also provide sponsorship opportunities, particularly through government contracting and university research partnerships.

How to find aerospace & defense visa sponsorship jobs in Pennsylvania?

Use Migrate Mate to search specifically for aerospace & defense positions in Pennsylvania with confirmed visa sponsorship. Filter by visa type, experience level, and specific Pennsylvania cities. Focus on defense contractors, aerospace manufacturers, and research institutions that have established sponsorship programs for international engineers and technical specialists.

Which visa types are most common for aerospace & defense roles in Pennsylvania?

H-1B visas dominate for engineers, systems analysts, and technical specialists. O-1 visas are common for researchers and scientists with extraordinary abilities in aerospace technology. TN visas serve Canadian and Mexican engineers, while L-1 visas support international transfers within multinational defense contractors like Lockheed Martin and Boeing.

What are the prevailing wage considerations for aerospace & defense roles in Pennsylvania?

Pennsylvania's prevailing wages for aerospace engineers typically exceed national averages, particularly in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh metros. Defense contractors must meet Department of Labor wage requirements, which vary by county and experience level. Security clearance requirements can limit sponsorship for certain positions, making cleared roles highly competitive.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored aerospace & defense jobs in Pennsylvania?

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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