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Boeing Company

F/A-18 First Line Manufacturing Manager

USA - San Antonio, TX Posted today $111,350 - $140,650

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Sponsorship verdict

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One solid signal, not two. Worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.

  • Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 72 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first.
  • The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
  • No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area.
  • What Boeing Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “AI Product Delivery and Supply Chain Senior Manager” (Computer and Information Research Scientists) in TX: $255k–$255k, median $255k.
  • Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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Employer is on a government sponsor record
The US Department of Labor certified 72 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest Jun 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
No salary bar for this route
H-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
What Boeing Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles
1 certified filing for “AI Product Delivery and Supply Chain Senior Manager” (Computer and Information Research Scientists) in TX: $255k–$255k, median $255k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. The pay stated here ($111,350 - $140,650) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).

US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).

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About the role

F/A-18 First Line Manufacturing Manager Company: Boeing Aerospace Operations Boeing Defense is seeking a First Line F/A-18SLM Manufacturing Manager, to support our San Antonio business.  The candidate will report to the FA-18 SLM Senior Operations Manager and will oversee a diverse team of fuels, hanger, ramp, and serviceability operations personnel.  This position is to join the FA-18 Service Life Modification (SLM) team as we modify and upgrade the Navy's warfighter for years to come. Position Responsibilities:   • Oversee a team upgrading and modifying FA-18s for the Service Life Extension Modification Program • Manage employees performing activities in multiple manufacturing disciplines to include fuels and hangar operations • Develop and execute business plans, policies and procedures and develops organizational and technical strategies • Acquire resources, provides technical management of suppliers and leads process improvements • Develop and maintain relationships and partnerships with customers, stakeholders, peers, partners and direct reports • Provide oversight and approval of technical approaches, products and processes. Manages, develops and motivates employees • Promote an environment and culture that is safety and quality driven To be considered for this position you will be required to complete an assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration Basic Qualifications (Required Skills and Experience): • Candidates must have at least one year of experience in a leadership role (team leader, temp manager, large scale cross functional project/program management, or formal manager experience) OR have completed the Boeing internal course “Exploring Leadership.” • 5+ years of experience working with aircraft maintenance and/or modifications Preferred Qualifications (Desired Experience & Skills) : • 3+ years of experience performing in a leadership role, formal and/or informal • Experience with the Navy and F/A-18 • High communication skills • Project Management experience • Experience leading a diverse team Conflict of Interest: Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company's Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process Shift: This position is for Variable Shift Drug Free Workplace: Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies . Total Rewards & Pay Transparency: At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent.  Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.  The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.  The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements. Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  Summary Starting Pay Rate: $111,350 - $140,650 Language Requirements: Not Applicable Education: Not Applicable Relocation: Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position. Export Control Requirement: This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control c

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