Aircraft Upholstery Technician

STS Technical Services; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

STS Technical Services in Melbourne, FL is seeking an Aircraft Upholstery Technician to upholster VIP seating per work orders and drawings. Responsibilities include foam buildup, pattern making, cutting seat coverings, and sewing with multiple stitching techniques across fabrics, leather, and foam.

You will read engineering drawings, cut, bond, and assemble components while using various hand and power tools. Prior aerospace experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with sewing machines and sergers preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and measure accurately.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and sew fabrics and leather to upholster VIP aircraft seating.
• Cut, bond, and assemble seat cushion foam according to final design.
• Design and fabricate patterns for upholstery and foam buildup.
• Operate sewing machines to seam cushions and join covering material.
• Fit and secure materials using hand tools, power tools, glue, cement, and staples.
• Read engineering drawings to determine materials and quantities.
• Identify upholstery issues and develop solutions.
• Mentor less experienced technicians and ensure safety and quality standards.

Skills

Sewing

Blueprint reading

Measuring tools

Attention to detail

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Sewing machines

Serger

Hand tools

Job description

STS Technical Services is hiring an Aircraft Upholstery Technician in Melbourne, Florida.

This position is responsible for upholstering parts according to work orders and engineering drawings. Responsibilities include foam buildup, pattern making, cutting seat coverings, sewing using multiple stitching techniques, seat cover sacking, cutting, and serging. The role involves working with fabrics, leather, and foam to fabricate upholstery components for VIP aircraft seating.

Job Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, and sew fabrics and leather, utilizing areas of leather hides to achieve the best finish results.
• Cut, bond, and assemble seat cushion foam according to final design and style requirements.
• Design and fabricate quality patterns for upholstery and foam buildup for VIP aircraft seating.
• Operate sewing machines to seam cushions and join sections of covering material.
• Fit, install, and secure materials to workpieces using hand tools, power tools, glue, cement, and staples.
• Adjust and replace webbing, padding, and springs, securing them in place.
• Read engineering drawings and apply knowledge of materials to determine the types and quantities required for each project.
• Draw cutting lines on materials using patterns, templates, sketches, and blueprints, along with chalk, pencils, paint, and other methods.
• Identify potential upholstery problems and develop solutions.
• Mentor and train less experienced technicians, monitoring their work to ensure assigned tasks meet required safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Required Experience

• Generally, 0–2 or more years of experience in the assigned area of responsibility.
• Basic skills necessary to perform assigned technical tasks.
• Two years of experience using commercial sewing machines, sergers, and hand tools.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Basic knowledge beyond assigned work and a correct understanding of routine work activities.
• Ability to perform basic, less complex, and routine assignments.
• Ability to assist journeyman-level or higher technicians with moderately complex technical assignments.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Ability to use measuring tools and perform basic mathematical computations.
• Computer literacy.

Education

• High school diploma or GED.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in the aerospace industry.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 35–55 pounds consistently during 8–10-hour shifts.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
• Ability to work in small, restricted areas.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.

Working Conditions and Safety Requirements

• Ability to work in a safe, professional manner while adhering to applicable regulatory requirements, including OSHA, EPA, state, and federal regulations.

General Employee Expectations

• Demonstrate commitment to company values and comply with departmental norms, policies, directives, and procedures.
• Incorporate Lean and P3E processes and concepts into daily activities.
• Support continuous improvement of processes and procedures.
• Protect confidential and proprietary documents and information.
• Satisfy work schedule requirements.

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Other duties may be assigned.

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