Aerospace & Defense Jobs in Texas with F-1 CPT Sponsorship
Texas is one of the strongest states for aerospace and defense F-1 CPT sponsorship, with major employers like Lockheed Martin, Raytheon, and L3Harris operating large engineering and research facilities across the state. The Houston, Fort Worth, and San Antonio corridors concentrate the bulk of internship and co-op opportunities for international students in this sector.
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Get Access To All JobsThis posting is for a contract assignment and is not a full-time employment offer with Boeing. Candidates selected for roles will be employed as contract workers through a Boeing approved 3rd party for the duration of the specified project.
INTRODUCTION
Boeing Global Services is looking for an Associate Product Acceptance Specialist in San Antonio, TX. Responsible for conducting customer order verification, in compliance with Boeing procedures, Regulatory requirements (FAA, CAA, etc.) and customer requirements. Primary role will be to perform complete part inspections on customer orders, determine FAA approval type and part application. Complete 8130-3 and non-regulatory documentation (ATA 106). Responsible for timeliness and accuracy of orders to ensure customer satisfaction. Work in other QA areas as directed by QA Leadership. Route work according to its weight requirement and re-direct if necessary. Complete verification compliant to Customer flow down requirements. Enter information in SAP and scan material in and out of QA. Some additional task that are assigned by the Manager may be required.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Verifies product conformance requirements
- Perform physical product inspections, and validate documentation for accuracy
- Validate FAA Type Approval code for customer product
- Segregates and controls all non-conforming items
- Scan product to inspector’s line for product inspection
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
- 1+ years of experience in Aerospace, Manufacturing, Quality or experience in a regulated industry
- 1+ years of experience using SAP
- 1+ years of experience in quality inspection
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
- 1+ years of experience working in a cross functional work environment
Physical Requirements:
- Lift up to 35lbs
Regular and predictable attendance is required
Work statement is a non-managerial role, non-leadership role
PAY RATE RANGE
24 - 30 USD hourly
BENEFITS INFORMATION
- Optional Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K
Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America’s leading providers of Staffing and Consulting Services. Our success and our clients’ success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Unincorporated LA County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.
This posting is for a contract assignment and is not a full-time employment offer with Boeing. Candidates selected for roles will be employed as contract workers through a Boeing approved 3rd party for the duration of the specified project.
INTRODUCTION
Boeing Global Services is looking for an Associate Product Acceptance Specialist in San Antonio, TX. Responsible for conducting customer order verification, in compliance with Boeing procedures, Regulatory requirements (FAA, CAA, etc.) and customer requirements. Primary role will be to perform complete part inspections on customer orders, determine FAA approval type and part application. Complete 8130-3 and non-regulatory documentation (ATA 106). Responsible for timeliness and accuracy of orders to ensure customer satisfaction. Work in other QA areas as directed by QA Leadership. Route work according to its weight requirement and re-direct if necessary. Complete verification compliant to Customer flow down requirements. Enter information in SAP and scan material in and out of QA. Some additional task that are assigned by the Manager may be required.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Verifies product conformance requirements
- Perform physical product inspections, and validate documentation for accuracy
- Validate FAA Type Approval code for customer product
- Segregates and controls all non-conforming items
- Scan product to inspector’s line for product inspection
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
- 1+ years of experience in Aerospace, Manufacturing, Quality or experience in a regulated industry
- 1+ years of experience using SAP
- 1+ years of experience in quality inspection
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
- 1+ years of experience working in a cross functional work environment
Physical Requirements:
- Lift up to 35lbs
Regular and predictable attendance is required
Work statement is a non-managerial role, non-leadership role
PAY RATE RANGE
24 - 30 USD hourly
BENEFITS INFORMATION
- Optional Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K
Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America’s leading providers of Staffing and Consulting Services. Our success and our clients’ success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Unincorporated LA County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.
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Which aerospace and defense companies sponsor F-1 CPT visas in Texas?
Several large defense contractors with significant Texas operations have a documented history of hiring F-1 CPT students, including Lockheed Martin (Fort Worth), Raytheon Technologies (McKinney and El Paso), L3Harris, Bell Textron, and Boeing. NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston also supports CPT placements through university partnerships. Sponsorship availability varies by team, role, and semester, so confirming CPT eligibility with each employer's HR department before applying is important.
Which cities in Texas have the most aerospace and defense F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs?
Fort Worth leads due to Lockheed Martin's F-35 production facility and a dense network of defense subcontractors. Houston follows closely, anchored by NASA Johnson Space Center and aerospace engineering programs at Rice University and the University of Houston. San Antonio has a strong defense presence tied to Joint Base San Antonio, and Austin is growing in aerospace through space technology startups like SpaceX's Starbase development nearby in South Texas.
What types of aerospace and defense roles typically qualify for F-1 CPT sponsorship?
Roles that align directly with engineering, computer science, physics, or mathematics degree programs qualify most consistently for CPT authorization. Common qualifying positions include systems engineering interns, avionics test engineers, propulsion research assistants, software engineers working on defense systems, and structural analysis co-ops. Roles in program management or general operations are less likely to satisfy a university's CPT direct-relation requirement unless the student's degree program explicitly covers those areas.
How do I find aerospace and defense F-1 CPT sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students searching for F-1 CPT-eligible positions, including aerospace and defense roles in Texas. You can filter directly by visa type and state to see verified sponsoring employers rather than sorting through listings that don't address visa authorization at all. For a sector like aerospace and defense, where CPT eligibility depends heavily on role-to-degree alignment, having pre-filtered results saves significant time during internship recruitment cycles.
Are there state-specific or industry-specific considerations for F-1 CPT in Texas aerospace and defense?
Many Texas aerospace and defense positions involve work on U.S. government contracts, which can trigger export control regulations under ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). Some roles at these facilities are restricted to U.S. persons, meaning F-1 students may be ineligible regardless of CPT authorization. Always verify whether a position requires U.S. citizenship or permanent residency before applying, and confirm with your DSO that the role satisfies your program's CPT requirements.
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