Aircraft Upholstery Technician

Western Aircraft; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401K & Roth 401k with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A leading aircraft upholstery company in Boise is seeking skilled fabricators to create high-quality aircraft interiors for VIP class aircraft. Responsibilities include sewing and covering seats, creating custom foam patterns, and assisting in interior installations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, able to follow instructions, and can work effectively in a team while maintaining a sense of urgency.

Qualifications

• Ability to document work performed in computer system.
• Willingness to adjust work processes for quality.

Responsibilities

• Creates custom seat patterns for various aircraft models.
• Sews and covers seats using high-quality materials.
• Assist with removal and installation of aircraft components.

Skills

Ability to work from written and verbal instructions

Detail oriented

Strong ability to multi-task effectively

Ability to adjust work processes

Job description

Job Summary

Fabricate aircraft upholstery, found in VIP class aircraft, to industry standards using tools common to the industry. Recover, re-build, pattern and sew to specifications provided in sketches, drawings or engineering orders for seats, divans, side ledges and other interior soft goods.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Creates custom seat patterns and foam for a variety of aircraft and seat models
• Sews and covers seats and interior panels using high‑end leathers and fabrics
• Cuts foam to conform to seat specifications
• Cuts and fits, surges and binds carpets within the aircraft as required
• Assist team members with removal and installation of interior components of the aircraft

Qualifications & Job Requirements

• Ability to work from written and verbal instructions
• Ability to document work performed in computer system
• Detail oriented with the ability to follow instructions
• Willingness and ability to adjust work processes to provide level of required detail and quality.
• Strong ability to multi‑task effectively
• Ability to work individually, with a healthy sense of urgency to provide a quality product

Other Prerequisites

• Pass pre‑employment drug screen and background check
• Ability to obtain Airport Issued security badge

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work is performed in an aircraft hangar environment with moderate noise level. The employee is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions, which provide protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Must be able to wear a respirator or air hood, and work in a confined environment.

Available Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision
• Short term & Long term Disability - paid 100% by Company
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment - paid 100% by Company
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, jury duty, bereavement
• Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account (employer contributions tied to participation in wellness program)
• 401K & Roth 401k with employer match
• Flexible Spending programs

Western Aircraft Inc. has a Drug Free Workplace Policy which includes applicants passing a pre‑employment test. Applicants testing positive for the presence of illegal drugs will not be offered employment. DOT applicants who become employees of Western Aircraft Inc. will also be subject to random, reasonable cause, reasonable suspicion, and post‑accident testing. Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.