Master Craftsperson - Aviation Upholstery
About The Position
Detail-oriented Aviation Upholstery Technician with advanced expertise in aircraft interior upholstery, sewing processes, and precision fabrication. Skilled in repairing, restoring, and customizing interior components including seats, panels, headliners, soft goods, and other cabin elements. Proficient in working with aviation‑grade materials, specialized tools, and aviation compliant methods, ensuring strict adherence to engineering specifications, safety requirements, and quality standards. Experienced supporting aircraft refurbishment, completions, and maintenance programs with exceptional craftsmanship skills. Demonstrates strong capability in reading, interpreting, and applying engineering and technical data. Regularly supports Leads with training, task delegation, and mentoring to enhance team performance and maintain workflow efficiency.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- FAA A&P license or be able to obtain a repairman certificate within 30 days of start date
- 10 years extensive experience in production/manufacturing/service center
- Thorough knowledge of manufacturing and/or repair station procedures and specifications, plant safety, tooling, and quality requirements
- Must have an established track record of troubleshooting manufacturing or installation processes
- Proficient knowledge of all applicable machinery and processes necessary to perform the job
- Must have basic computer knowledge and skills
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
Responsibilities
- Perform technical functions such as correct methods of in-service installations, repairs/mods, and refurbishments
- Troubleshoot any problem areas on in-service aircraft to determine cause and pursue preventative actions with proper liaison which improves efficiency and product quality
- Assist in problem solving to establish or correct planning methods for in-service aircraft refurbishments and installations efficiently by utilizing standard techniques, procedures and criteria
- Interact with Engineering, Product Support Engineering and Quality Control to troubleshoot problems and implement solutions
- Organize, develop (with assistance of the Training Department) and administer the Employee Skills Development Program
- Identify and develop training requirements for tooling, test equipment and other areas
- Plan, schedule and complete tasks in order to meet service/delivery schedules
- Assist management, as required, with supervision and instruction of technicians in proper procedures and techniques of trouble shooting airframe, routine inspections and preventive maintenance
- Assist with performance appraisal of subordinates
- Assess strengths and weaknesses of subordinates
- Apply strengths for maximum job efficiency and provide guidance and growth opportunities to reinforce developmental areas
- Provide diverse learning opportunities
- Maintain a current knowledge of industry standards, vendor information and all other procedures, publications and general knowledge pertaining to product support installations, repairs, and refurbishments
- Assist in maintaining work schedules and updating of CMP cards
- Review work, including forms and records, to ensure compliance with Gulfstream Repair Station procedures and FAA Airworthiness Standards
- Review daily job charging to ensure accuracy of charges to aircraft
- Support Lean activities
- Perform tasks assigned to department technicians or leads during their absence, when required
- Comply with standard operating procedures
- Complete all required. paperwork and documentation to include CMP cards, Travelers and R&I log
- Comply with all safety, 6S, and housekeeping policies and use personal protective equipment
- Ensure aircraft interior is protected (PTP)
- Assist in the development and implementation of related initiatives
- Perform repairs on installations that require a high degree of accuracy and timeliness
- Assist in training subordinates in proper techniques, processes and procedures
- Perform other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
