Question 1

Does Planetary Science Institute sponsor H-1B visas?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Planetary Science Institute has filed 5 H-1B Labor Condition Applications (LCAs) with the Department of Labor, covering 5 total positions across 3 states. The median salary for Planetary Science Institute's sponsored positions is $100,000.

Question 2

What H-1B salary does Planetary Science Institute pay?

Accepted Answer

Planetary Science Institute pays a median H-1B salary of $100,000 for sponsored positions. Employers are required to pay H-1B workers at least the prevailing wage set by the DOL for the occupation and area. The wage level distribution on this page shows how Planetary Science Institute's positions break down across entry-level (Level I) through expert (Level IV) roles.

Question 3

Does Planetary Science Institute also sponsor green cards?

Accepted Answer

Based on public DOL records, Planetary Science Institute does not appear to have filed PERM labor certification applications for green card sponsorship.

Question 4

What do the H-1B wage levels mean?

Accepted Answer

The DOL assigns prevailing wages at four levels based on the complexity of the job and experience required. Level I (Entry) is set at the 17th percentile of wages for the occupation and area. Level II (Qualified) is at the 34th percentile. Level III (Experienced) is at the 50th percentile (median). Level IV (Expert) is at the 67th percentile. Higher wage levels indicate more senior positions and are viewed more favorably in H-1B petition adjudication.

Question 5

Is Planetary Science Institute an H-1B dependent employer?

Accepted Answer

No, Planetary Science Institute is not classified as an H-1B dependent employer. An employer is considered H-1B dependent when 15% or more of its workforce holds H-1B visas.

Year	Filings	Certified
2025	1	1
2022	1	1
2017	3	3

Job Title	Salary	Location	Filed	Status
Research Scientist I-200-25247-287514	$100,000	Tujunga, CA	Sep 4, 2025	Certified
Research Scientist I-200-22228-420117	$100,000	Lakewood, CO	Aug 16, 2022	Certified - Withdrawn
ASSOCIATE RESEARCH SCIENTIST I-200-17361-042917	$54,000	TUCSON, AZ	Dec 28, 2017	Certified
POSTDOCTORAL RESEARCH SCIENTIST I-200-17352-939241	$60,000	TUCSON, AZ	Dec 19, 2017	Certified
SENIOR SCIENTIST I-200-17124-552777	$127,000	TUCSON, AZ	May 4, 2017	CERTIFIED

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