Upholsterer B

Textron Aviation; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Kansas tax credit

Job summary

Textron Aviation in Wichita, KS is seeking an Upholsterer to assemble precision aircraft seats, upholster components, and apply markings for production aircraft parts.

You will work on bench upholstery, use power tools, read basic drawings, and ensure quality and proper certification for sealants and adhesives. This is a full-time, on-site role with opportunities for growth within a global aviation leader.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or bronze level WorkKeys certification to interpret blueprints, apply shop math, and use some measuring devices.
• Requires a combination of three (3) years’ experience in upholstery, bench upholstery, and/or mechanical experience or must hold the Upholsterer C classification a minimum of three (3) years.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and upholster aircraft seats and related soft goods with precision.
• Install control mechanisms, arm rests, seat belts, life vests, and related assemblies.
• Operate power tools and cutters, trim materials, and apply adhesives following certifications.
• Read basic drawings and follow detailed instructions to maintain quality.
• Maintain tools and stock, ensure paint consistency for decals and marks.
• Coordinate with departments to complete interior components.

Education

High school diploma / equivalent certificate / bronze level WorkKeys

Job description

Job Summary

To assemble precision aircraft seats, cut upholstery material, upholster aircraft assemblies and print letters, numbers and other markings for production aircraft parts. May be required to assist lower graded operators.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of diversified bench assembly, upholstery and fabrication of soft goods operations on aircraft.
• Installation of control mechanisms, arm and head rests, seat belts, life vest, etc. Assembly and disassembly operations on precision aircraft seats and makes adjustments for proper operation.
• Requires the use of power tools, including air-powered and electric operated.
• Performs trimming, forming, and adjusting operations to complete interior components to exacting standards. Requires knowledge of material characteristics and proper techniques of adhesive applications. May be required to mix own sealant and/or adhesives, which require the maintaining of proper certifications.
• Marks and cuts upholstering material in accordance with patterns. May require minor decision making involving judgment in cutting lines and pattern placement to avoid wasted material. May require bonding operations. Uses hand shears, electric cutters and other machines in cutting upholstery material.
• May be required to fabricate silk screen fixtures, photo foil operations and apply decals and other adhesive markings. Exercises some judgment to position parts and maintain paint consistency. May set up and operate engraver to cut letters. Coordinates with a variety of departments to accomplish work. Cleans, stores and maintains silk screen equipment. Maintains a stock record of parts, decals and silk screen printed items. Familiar with paint quality standards.
• May be required to build-up and repair fiberglass and composite panels to meet customer requirements. May also perform minor rework of vendor parts.
• May operate appropriate cutting machinery. May require nesting and editing of certain machine programs.
• Ability to read and write to interpret basic drawings. Ability to work from detailed instructions and minor decision making.
• Responsible for the quality of own work
• Performs other related duties as required.

Education

Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or bronze level WorkKeys certification to interpret blueprints, apply shop math, and use some measuring devices. May require maintaining appropriate certification for mixing sealants and/or adhesives.

Experience

Requires a combination of three (3) years’ experience in upholstery, bench upholstery, and/or mechanical experience or must hold the Upholsterer C classification a minimum of three (3) years.

Working Conditions

Good working conditions. May involve occasional exposure to heat, noise, paint fumes, solvents and dirt 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.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.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 Field

Manufacturing

Schedule

Full-time

Job Level

Individual Contributor

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Second Shift

Job Posting

08/19/2026, 12:09:09 PM