Upholstery Technician III; Aircraft; Savannah, GA

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.

• 1. Fabricate and install seat covers, curtains and various assemblies and subassemblies.
• 2. Interpret material specifications and design/engineering drawings to ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements.
• 3. Sew, fabricate, and install covers for all styles of panels in the aircraft interior while meeting safety, quality, and productivity standards and goals.
• 4. Use the material tracking system, Corridor, to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.
• 5. Work with design/drawings to cut and install advanced custom design carpets with unique patterns.

• 1. Accept Lead responsibilities when needed. Oversees projects and coordinates with Lead to delegate tasks to assigned technicians.
• 2. Conduct safety audits and assists team members in doing safety audits.
• 3. Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs.
• 4. Comply with and champion Safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and ensure the protection of aircraft interiors (PTP).
• 5. 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.
• 6. Work with Lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements reduce material cost, cycle time, and labor hours using Lean Six-Sigma tools.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 1. Possess a working knowledge of Gulfstream inspection and process specifications and terminology.
• 2. The ability to read, write, speak, and understand proficiently the English language.
• 3. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• 4. Must be computer literate.
• 5. Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
• 6. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Pay Rate: $28.75/hr