RS Interior Install Tech II - 2nd Shift

Gulfstream•Fort Worth, TX

10d

About The Position

The Interior Installation Technician II works under general supervision to remove, install, and/or fabricate aircraft interiors, including trim, carpet, soundproofing, light structure, cabinetry, panels, and other accessories. Work must comply with company design specifications and quality standards and meet customer expectations. The role performs aircraft interior installation, removal, and fabrication; coordinates with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with Repair Station procedures, FAA and internal paperwork, sign-offs, and quality specifications; and uses material tracking systems to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign off work. The technician follows operating procedures, maintains tools and shop equipment, applies appropriate hardware and fittings, and complies with safety, 5S, housekeeping, and personal protective equipment requirements. The technician may assist with aircraft maintenance, adapt to schedule changes, contribute to process improvements using Lean Six Sigma and other methods, make simple patterns, and support aircraft certification and final-phase testing, including flight tests as required. The position requires travel of up to 25% and is listed as a full-time, second-shift role.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of applicable installation, fabrication, or related experience.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
Ability to use hand and power tools and equipment associated with interior installation and removal.
Ability to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds, and work any shift.
Computer literacy.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Aircraft interior installation, refurbishment, or fabrication experience.
Experience removing, recovering, and installing aircraft carpet, floor coverings, and interior furnishings.
Skill installing aircraft interior components such as seats, sidewalls, panels, bulkheads, galleys, closets, and lavatories.
Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, rivet guns, pneumatic tools, sanders, saws, shears, and measuring equipment.
Experience installing aircraft hardware, including fasteners, nutplates, and inserts.
Knowledge of aircraft interior materials such as carpet, leather, fabric, composites, fiberglass, and Nomex honeycomb panels.
Familiarity with FAA requirements, quality standards, and maintenance documentation.
Strong attention to detail, troubleshooting, and workmanship skills.
Ability to work independently, train others, and lead assigned projects.
Experience using electronic work order and material tracking systems.
Aerospace industry experience.

Responsibilities

Safely remove, install, and/or fabricate aircraft interiors, including galleys, closets, lavatories, side ledges, bulkheads, doors, and panels.
Coordinate with supervision and Inspection to ensure compliance with Repair Station procedures, internal and FAA paperwork, sign-offs, and quality specifications.
Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign off work.
Follow standard operating procedures when using tools and equipment, and properly care for and maintain shop equipment and tools.
Prepare and install aircraft interior items in accordance with company operating procedures and quality standards.
Remove and reinstall nut plates, inserts, and other fasteners used in aircraft interiors, and apply appropriate hardware and fittings.
Comply with safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies; use required personal protective equipment and address unsafe conditions.
Assist technicians, under supervision, with aircraft maintenance requirements.
Adapt to sudden schedule changes.
Work with lead and higher-skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements that reduce cost, cycle time, and labor hours.
Make and use simple patterns for personal use employing standardized procedures.
Support aircraft certification and final-phase testing, which may include aircraft flight tests as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.