Gulfstream Aerospace-posted 2 months ago
Full-time • Entry Level
Savannah, GA
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

The Upholstery Technician II position at Gulfstream involves fabricating and installing upholstery for aircraft interiors, utilizing design and engineering drawings along with aircraft specifications. The role requires a detail-oriented individual with intermediate experience in upholstery or a related field, capable of working with various materials and tools to meet engineering, quality, and design standards. The technician will work under minimal supervision to create and install covers, panels, and other interior assets, ensuring adherence to safety and quality protocols.

  • Fabricate and install upholstery, cover panels, and make simple patterns for aircraft interiors using design/engineering drawings and aircraft specifications.
  • Sew simple covers using design/engineering drawings and aircraft specifications.
  • Work with fabric, vinyl, leather hides, composites, and other materials using specified adhesives, sewing equipment, hardware, hand tools, and various power tools.
  • Cut and surge carpets, cover bulkheads, and cover/install panels.
  • Fabricate various metal parts, fit panels and windows, cabin head liners, upper sidewalls, lower side panels, hatch panels, and windows.
  • Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign-off work.
  • Develop and implement process improvements that increase safety, reduce cost, cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Manufacturing and other techniques.
  • Comply with safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and use personal protective equipment as required.
  • Address unsafe conditions before putting others at risk.
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • 2 years experience using commercial sewing machines, sergers, and/or various hand tools used in upholstery and carpet trades.
  • Experience in the aerospace industry preferred.
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand proficiently the English language.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
  • Ability to use measuring tools and perform basic math computations.
  • Must be computer literate.
  • Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds, and work any shift.
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