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Quality Engineering Launch Lead
General Motors Company · 🇺🇸 Detroit, Michigan, United States of America
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 606 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. USCIS also records 267 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- 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. 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 General Motors Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles22 certified filings for “Senior Software Engineer” (Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers) in MI: $112k–$137k, median $125k. Most were filed at wage level IV (68%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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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The US Department of Labor certified 606 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. USCIS also records 267 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
Job Description Quality Engineering Launch Lead Work Arrangement: This role is categorized as onsite. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to our Detroit/Hamtramck plant location Sponsorship: GM DOES NOT PROVIDE IMMIGRATION-RELATED SPONSORSHIP FOR THIS ROLE. DO NOT APPLY FOR THIS ROLE IF YOU WILL NEED GM IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIP (e.g., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.) NOW OR IN THE FUTURE. The Role As a Quality Engineering Launch Lead at General Motors, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful launch of new vehicles by leading quality assurance activities and driving continuous improvement throughout the product lifecycle. What You’ll Do • Lead and execute Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities, including the development and implementation of robust quality control plans for new product launches. • Facilitate and contribute to Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA) to identify and mitigate potential risks in manufacturing processes. • Collaborate closely with Product Engineering teams to translate design requirements into measurable quality targets and ensure manufacturability. • Utilize JIRA - PRTS (Problem Resolution and Tracking System) to effectively manage, track, and resolve quality-related issues during all phases of vehicle launch. • Oversee Supplier Quality Management initiatives, including supplier assessments, development, and ongoing performance monitoring to ensure component quality. • Apply advanced Technical Problem-Solving methodologies to analyze root causes of defects and implement permanent corrective actions. • Implement Variation Reduction strategies and tools to minimize process and product variability, enhancing overall quality and efficiency. • Possess a deep understanding of the Vehicle Manufacturing Process and identify critical control points to proactively prevent quality issues. • Mentor and guide cross-functional teams on quality best practices and continuous improvement principles. Prepare and present comprehensive quality reports and launch readiness assessments to senior management. Your Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications) • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field. • Proven experience in Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) and Process Failure Mode Effects Analysis (PFMEA). • Demonstrated expertise in Product Engineering principles and their application to quality assurance. • Proficiency in utilizing Problem Resolution and Tracking Systems (PRTS) for effective issue management. • Strong background in Supplier Quality Management, including supplier development and auditing. • Exceptional Technical Problem-Solving skills with a track record of successful root cause analysis and corrective action implementation. • Experience in applying Variation Reduction techniques to improve product and process quality. • Comprehensive knowledge of the Vehicle Manufacturing Process and associated quality requirements. • Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams. • Ability to travel as required to support launch activities and supplier engagements. What Will Give You A Competitive Edge (Preferred Qualifications) • Competitive Edge - Experience in a manufacturing facility in a Launch Lead or Support role. GM does not provide immigration-related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need GM immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of GM as the immigration employer of record on a government form, and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company (e.g., H1-B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN,