Job Description
Position Purpose
• Work independently to design, fabricate, and install upholstery and trim items in aircraft interiors.
• Assist Shop Lead by overseeing projects and providing guidance and direction to co-workers.
• Mentor and train other Upholstery Technicians.
Unique Skills:
• Qualified candidate will have extensive upholstery experience, which may include a combination of foam/cover, assembly/disassembly, and sewing skills.
• Candidate will be expected to work with others in a team-based environment to accomplish shared goals.
• Strong computer skills a plus.
Essential Functions:
• Fabricate and install seat covers, curtains, and various assemblies and subassemblies.
• Interpret material specifications and design/engineering drawings to ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements.
• Sew, fabricate, and install covers for all styles of panels in the aircraft interior while meeting safety, quality, and productivity standards and goals.
• Use the material tracking system, Corridor, to create parts demand, track squawks, and sign-off work.
• Work with design/drawings to cut and install advanced custom design carpets with unique patterns.
Additional Functions:
• Accept Lead responsibilities when needed. Oversee projects and coordinate with Lead to delegate tasks to assigned technicians.
• Conduct safety audits and assist team members in doing safety audits.
• Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs.
• Comply with and champion Safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and ensure the protection of aircraft interiors (PTP).
• Mentor and train lesser-skilled technicians and monitor their work to ensure they complete assigned tasks in accordance with required levels of safety, quality, and productivity.
• Work with Lead and higher-skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements to reduce material cost, cycle time, and labor hours using Lean Six-Sigma tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 4 years' experience in upholstery to include two (2) years aircraft upholstery experience.
• Advanced knowledge of upholstery and sewing processes and products and/or advanced carpet knowledge including being able to install custom carpets.
• Possess a working knowledge of Gulfstream inspection and process specifications and terminology.
• The ability to read, write, speak, and understand proficiently the English language.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Must be computer literate.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small, restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds, and work any shift.
Why ACES
• Time, Time and a half overtime pay
• Full max per diem benefits
• Benefits
• Paycheck Advances
• Vacation Bonus
• Life Insurance
• Referral Bonus Program