Furniture Builder - First Shift

Textron; Wichita, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Textron Aviation in Wichita is seeking a Furniture Builder for the First Shift to manufacture standard production and customized aircraft furniture.

You will follow orders and blueprints to build components, operate wood and metal shop tools, and ensure precise measurements. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, about 6 months of related experience, and willingness to work in a production environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; blueprint reading preferred.
• 6 months related assembly/composite experience.
• Exposure to dust, noise; safety gear may be required.

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble aircraft furniture from orders and blueprints.
• Operate table saw, band saw, press, router, and sander with minimal guidance.
• Use calipers, gauges, rivet guns, and drills for precision measurements.
• Record data and meet budgeted hours and schedules.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading blueprints

Quality focus

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bronze level WorkKeys certification

Tools

Table saw

Band saw

Platen press

Calipers

Rivet guns

Spray gun

Job description

Furniture Builder - First Shift

Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Manufacture standard production and customized aircraft furniture.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work from orders and blueprints to build and assemble small aircraft furniture per specifications.
• May work under guidance of higher grade furniture builder(s).
• Operates equipment such as table saw, band saw, platen press, hand and table router and sander with minimal assistance.
• Uses small and large power tools, sanders, rivet guns, drills, routers, saws, adhesive applicators, calipers, gauges and other measuring instruments.
• Use of precision measurement devices.
• Operates spray gun for adhesive spray according to company specifications
• Applies laminate and veneer to composite and other materials.
• Accurately record information required for data collection and material traceability with assistance
• Understand and respond to budget hours and schedule requirements with assistance
• Responsible only for own work.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Qualifications

EDUCATION:

Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or a bronze level WorkKeys certification, and Textron Aviation’s blueprint reading class preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

6 months of related experience in assembly and/or composite.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Somewhat disagreeable working conditions with exposure to dust, noise, heat, fumes and liquids. Safety shoes and protective clothing could be required.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Textron Aviation Inc. must comply with U.S export control laws and regulations. If a position requires access to sensitive information controlled under these laws and regulations, a successful applicant must be eligible to meet any requirements to access controlled information.

Kansas Tax Credit:

Join Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.

EEO Statement

Textron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruiting Company: Textron Aviation
Primary Location: US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Function: Manufacturing
Schedule: Full-time
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Job Type: Standard
Shift: First Shift
Job Posting: 09/15/2026, 2:26:19 PM
Job Number: 344903