Electronics Jobs in Tennessee with F-1 OPT Sponsorship
F-1 OPT electronics jobs in Tennessee are concentrated around Nashville, Memphis, and Chattanooga, where manufacturers like Electro-Nucleonics, Hologic, and major automotive electronics suppliers operate alongside a growing defense and semiconductor sector. Companies across the state regularly hire OPT-eligible engineers, hardware designers, and embedded systems specialists for roles that align with standard OPT authorization requirements.
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TE Connectivity’s Assembly Teams operate assigned automated assembly machinery, ensure component flow, troubleshoot and correct machinery issues to ensure quality and productivity. They perform changeovers and setups according to production schedule, perform quality checks according to established processes and document the results as required by our quality procedures. Every team member is responsible for maintaining housekeeping and organization of the work area as well as following TE Connectivity’s EH&S procedures.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Be open to change and constant improvement of processes
- Obtain set up parameters for automated assembly machines
- Operate the Automated assembly machines including identification and notification of alarms
- Perform general inspection of assembled product using a microscope, gages, and other measuring equipment as required by the quality inspection plan
- Perform in-process adjustments to auxiliary equipment as required
- Completes required paperwork to report production, scrap, downtime, problems and issues related to the equipment and labor reporting
- Monitor machines for problems and help troubleshoot issues
- Prepare and Load raw material into machine
- Follow standard work instructions to ensure quality
- Carry out basic calculations with aid of a computer and calculator
- Maintain quality and quantity with strong sense of accountability and high standards
- Complete relevant documentation
- Clean and maintain equipment and work area per 5S+1 standards
- Other duties as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 18 years of age
- All employees are required to wear safety toe shoes and safety glasses. (PPE)
- Background check and pre-employment drug testing required.
- High School Diploma or GED Required
- Experience working in manufacturing setting
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to follow operating instructions as outlined.
- Strong communication skills required – Must be able to Read, Write and Speak English
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Tools.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift a maximum weight of 20 lbs.
- Occasional reaching above shoulder
- Frequently extending hands and arms between knees and shoulder level; will handle & grasp frequently with hands
- Frequent standing, walking and balancing throughout the day is required in this job.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus
COMPETENCIES
Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork
ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.
Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS.
COMPENSATION
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $17.00/Hour + 10% Shift Differential = $18.70/Hour (subject to change dependent on physical location)
- Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
- Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits
BENEFITS
- A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD
TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.
LOCATION
Job Locations:
509 AIRPARK DR
TULLAHOMA, Tennessee 37388
United States
Posting City: TULLAHOMA
Job Country: United States
Travel Required: None
Requisition ID: 150502
Workplace Type: Onsite
External Careers Page: Manufacturing
INTRODUCTION
TE Connectivity’s Assembly Teams operate assigned automated assembly machinery, ensure component flow, troubleshoot and correct machinery issues to ensure quality and productivity. They perform changeovers and setups according to production schedule, perform quality checks according to established processes and document the results as required by our quality procedures. Every team member is responsible for maintaining housekeeping and organization of the work area as well as following TE Connectivity’s EH&S procedures.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Be open to change and constant improvement of processes
- Obtain set up parameters for automated assembly machines
- Operate the Automated assembly machines including identification and notification of alarms
- Perform general inspection of assembled product using a microscope, gages, and other measuring equipment as required by the quality inspection plan
- Perform in-process adjustments to auxiliary equipment as required
- Completes required paperwork to report production, scrap, downtime, problems and issues related to the equipment and labor reporting
- Monitor machines for problems and help troubleshoot issues
- Prepare and Load raw material into machine
- Follow standard work instructions to ensure quality
- Carry out basic calculations with aid of a computer and calculator
- Maintain quality and quantity with strong sense of accountability and high standards
- Complete relevant documentation
- Clean and maintain equipment and work area per 5S+1 standards
- Other duties as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- At least 18 years of age
- All employees are required to wear safety toe shoes and safety glasses. (PPE)
- Background check and pre-employment drug testing required.
- High School Diploma or GED Required
- Experience working in manufacturing setting
- Basic computer skills
- Ability to follow operating instructions as outlined.
- Strong communication skills required – Must be able to Read, Write and Speak English
- Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Tools.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to lift a maximum weight of 20 lbs.
- Occasional reaching above shoulder
- Frequently extending hands and arms between knees and shoulder level; will handle & grasp frequently with hands
- Frequent standing, walking and balancing throughout the day is required in this job.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus
COMPETENCIES
Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork
ABOUT TE CONNECTIVITY
TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer, sustainable, productive, and connected future. As a trusted innovation partner, our broad range of connectivity and sensor solutions enable the distribution of power, signal and data to advance next-generation transportation, energy networks, automated factories, data centers enabling artificial intelligence, and more.
Our more than 90,000 employees, including 10,000 engineers, work alongside customers in approximately 130 countries. In a world that is racing ahead, TE ensures that EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS.
COMPENSATION
- Competitive base salary commensurate with experience: $17.00/Hour + 10% Shift Differential = $18.70/Hour (subject to change dependent on physical location)
- Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. TE Connectivity reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the experience/qualification of the selected candidate as well as internal and external equity.
- Total Compensation = Base Salary + Incentive(s) + Benefits
BENEFITS
- A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401(k), disability, life insurance, employee stock purchase plan, paid time off and voluntary benefits.
EOE, Including Disability/Vets
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING RECRUITMENT FRAUD
TE Connectivity has become aware of fraudulent recruitment activities being conducted by individuals or organizations falsely claiming to represent TE Connectivity. Please be advised that TE Connectivity never requests payment or fees from job applicants at any stage of the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings are posted exclusively on our official careers website at te.com/careers, and all email communications from our recruitment team will come only from actual email addresses ending in @te.com. If you receive any suspicious communications, we strongly advise you not to engage or provide any personal information, and to report the incident to your local authorities.
LOCATION
Job Locations:
509 AIRPARK DR
TULLAHOMA, Tennessee 37388
United States
Posting City: TULLAHOMA
Job Country: United States
Travel Required: None
Requisition ID: 150502
Workplace Type: Onsite
External Careers Page: Manufacturing
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Which electronics companies sponsor F-1 OPT visas in Tennessee?
Tennessee's electronics hiring is anchored by manufacturers in automotive electronics, defense systems, and medical devices. Companies like Bridgestone Americas (which has significant technology operations in Nashville), Eastman Chemical in Kingsport, and various defense contractors near Oak Ridge National Laboratory have historically hired OPT-eligible candidates. Larger multinationals with Tennessee facilities are generally more experienced with OPT authorization paperwork than smaller regional firms.
Which cities in Tennessee have the most electronics F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Nashville leads for electronics OPT opportunities due to its concentration of corporate headquarters and technology operations. Chattanooga has become increasingly active in advanced manufacturing and automotive electronics, driven by Volkswagen and related suppliers. The Oak Ridge and Knoxville corridor is notable for defense electronics and research roles tied to national laboratory partnerships. Memphis hosts logistics technology and hardware operations as well.
What types of electronics roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship?
Roles that consistently align with F-1 OPT authorization in electronics include electrical engineering, embedded systems development, PCB design, firmware engineering, hardware verification and testing, and semiconductor process engineering. These positions require degree-related work, meaning your job duties must directly relate to your field of study. Roles in quality assurance for electronic manufacturing and RF engineering are also common in Tennessee's defense and automotive sectors.
How do I find electronics F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Tennessee?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by visa type, including F-1 OPT, so you can search Tennessee electronics roles without sorting through positions that don't offer sponsorship. Because OPT authorization depends on the role matching your degree field, Migrate Mate's filters help you focus on electronics and hardware positions where employers are already familiar with OPT employment authorization requirements.
Are there any Tennessee-specific considerations for F-1 OPT in the electronics industry?
Tennessee's defense electronics sector, particularly around Oak Ridge and Huntsville-adjacent contractors, sometimes involves security clearance requirements that can complicate OPT eligibility, since clearances are generally unavailable to non-U.S. citizens. Automotive electronics roles tied to foreign-owned manufacturers like Volkswagen in Chattanooga tend to be more straightforward for OPT candidates. Tennessee has no state income tax on wages, which is a practical financial consideration when evaluating offers.
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