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Coilcraft

Machinist

Hawarden, IA · On-site

$21 - $29/hr

This position may require compliance with ITAR export regulations; applicant must be US citizen or have permanent resident status. Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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How much do permanent resident jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for permanent resident in Iowa is $16.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.47 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Permanent Resident vs Work Visa Holder?

AspectPermanent ResidentWork Visa Holder
CredentialsPermanent Resident card, background checksWork visa approval, employer sponsorship
Work EnvironmentCan work for most employers, limited restrictionsLimited to specific employer or job
DurationIndefinite, renewableTemporary, duration depends on visa type
Path to CitizenshipYes, after residency periodNo, unless changing status

Permanent residents have the right to work and live indefinitely in the country, with a pathway to citizenship. Work visa holders are authorized to work temporarily for specific employers and must renew or change their visa to extend their stay. Understanding these differences helps individuals choose the right status based on their career plans and long-term goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a permanent resident, and why are they important?

A Permanent Resident is a non-citizen who has been granted the right to live and work indefinitely in a country, such as the United States, Canada, or Australia. In the U.S., this status is often referred to as having a Green Card. Permanent Residents can enjoy many of the same rights as citizens, including legal employment and access to certain benefits, but they do not have the right to vote in federal elections. Maintaining permanent resident status typically requires meeting residency requirements and following local laws.

What types of roles and responsibilities can I expect as a permanent resident working in the United States?

As a Permanent Resident (Green Card holder) working in the United States, you can apply for most jobs, including those in private companies, government agencies (with some exceptions), and non-profit organizations. Your daily responsibilities will depend on your specific occupation and industry, but you will have the same workplace rights and expectations as U.S. citizens in your field. Collaboration with diverse teams is common, and adapting to American workplace culture can be a key part of the experience. Many employers support career development and advancement for Permanent Residents, so you can pursue promotions and long-term growth within your chosen profession.
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Infographic showing various Permanent Resident job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,201 per year, or $16.9 per hour.

Senior Software Engineering Manager - MilAv OPAS (Hybrid)

3M HEALTHCARE

Cedar Rapids, IA • On-site

$132.40 - $251.60/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Date Posted: 2026-05-08Location: Cedar Rapids, IA or Huntsville, AL (remote possible)

Role: Senior Engineering Manager – Hybrid

Eligibility
  • U.S. Person required (lawful permanent resident, protected individual, U.S. citizen, U.S. national, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee)
  • No security clearance required
  • U.S.-based role
Role Overview

Collins Aerospace seeks an experienced leader to head a multidisciplinary team of Systems and Software engineers for the Future Airborne Capability Environment (FACE) Product Line. The position focuses on requirements definition, design, development, integration, testing, verification, validation, and certification of software products within the FACE Product Line Catalog. The leader will guide Agile and certification processes, ensuring high‑quality deliverables for military and commercial customers.

What You Will Do
  • Provide technical direction and sound engineering principles for avionics software development.
  • Manage scope, schedule, budget, earned value, and risk for engineering design activities.
  • Implement design and development processes, military avionics certification, and product lifecycle development.
  • Lead bid and proposal activities (FAR Part 12, FAR Part 15, TINA).
  • Hire, evaluate, and develop team members; foster a highly engaged, motivated team.
Qualifications You Must Have
  • STEM degree (or advanced degree) with at least 10 years of relevant experience (or 7 years with an advanced degree).
  • Demonstrated project engineering/lead experience with cost and schedule responsibility; strong Earned Value Management background.
Qualifications We Prefer
  • Adaptable, emotionally flexible, self‑motivated; strong written and verbal communication.
  • Excellent organizational and analytical skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Experience with Agile development, Ada, C, C++, Atlassian suite (JIRA), DevOps tooling and pipelines.
  • Ability to coach, mentor, and train engineers; evaluate overall engineering performance.
What We Offer
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Three weeks of vacation for new hires
  • Generous 401(k) plan with employer matching and retirement contributions
  • Tuition reimbursement; student loan repayment
  • Life and disability coverage
  • Optional pet, home, auto, additional life and accident, critical illness, group legal, ID theft protection
  • Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits; Ovia Health, fertility, and family planning; Adoption Assistance
  • Autism Benefit; Employee Assistance Plan (10 free counseling sessions)
  • Healthy You incentives, wellness rewards, virtual doctor visits, doctor on demand
  • Bright Horizons child and elder care; Teladoc medical experts; second opinion program
  • Relocation assistance available
Salary

USD 132,400 – 251,600 per year (good faith estimate; based on experience, role, and location).

Equal Opportunity

RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. RTX provides affirmative action for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act.

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