Upholsterer I

Standard Aero

Springfield (IL)

On-site

USD 33,000 - 50,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off from day one

Bonus opportunities

Health- & Dependent Care Flexible FSAs

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life & AD&D Insurance

Learning & Training opportunities

Job summary

StandardAero, Inc. is seeking an Upholsterer I to support aviation interior refurbishments at our Springfield, IL facilities. You will interpret patterns, cut fabrics, sew seams, and assist with installing upholstery components across aircraft interiors.

You’ll work with a team to ensure high quality finishes, follow safety rules, and document all work. The role requires physical capability, pattern literacy, and good communication in English.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent required.
1+ year experience in aircraft interiors or upholstery in relevant industry.
Fundamental knowledge of upholstery trades and fabrics.
Able to follow patterns, cut fabrics, cover preformed materials, and sew seams.
Proficient with hand and power tools; able to set up and operate sewing machines.
Able to read instructions and communicate clearly in writing and speech.
Authorized to work in the U.S.
Able to lift up to 75 pounds and work in strained or fatiguing positions.
Able to see and cut, sew, and trim accurately.
Able to manipulate equipment, keyboards, and telephones with dexterity.
Strong hand–eye coordination and ability to work outside in extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

Interpret patterns to plan and lay out upholstery accessories for aircraft.
Cut, sew, cement, and trim upholstery fabrics for drapery, divans, chairs, headliners, and covers.
Assist in covering flight control surfaces.
Perform basic fabric stripping for remodeling and recovering.
Cut foam rubber and cover with fabric.
Cut and install carpeting using patterns.
Assist in hand forming leather to divans and chairs and form vinyl with heat.
May sew routine seams and perform simple assemblies; under direction, perform more complex sewing.
Document all work performed clearly and concisely.
Work overtime and travel to customer locations or other Garrett facilities as required.
Follow company policies and promote safety, environment, and housekeeping rules.
May perform other duties as required by the department.

Skills

Aircraft interiors experience

Technical aptitude

Read and write in English

Hand–eye coordination

Lift up to 75 lbs

Authorized to work in the U.S.

Work in extreme temperatures

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sewing machines

Hand & power tools

Job description

Build an Aviation Career You're Proud Of

Build your career with integrity by working at a company that doesn't just treat you like a number. You'll get the tools to do things right in a clean and safe work environment and the trust to fix any issue that comes your way. Our on-the-job training and team of experts mean you'll be set up for success.

Take charge of our day-to-day operations, so we remain the trusted source for aviation repair and maintenance. Work with your team to implement the right processes and practices across our organization to help ensure flight and product efficiency and quality.

As an Upholsterer I, you are responsible for using sound judgment and technical aptitude to make decisions regarding upholstery and trim completions. Customer satisfaction hinges upon sound decisions and expedient action on the part of the Upholsterer. As customers are on site at the facilities, professional appearance and communication skills are required in order to create a positive and lasting professional relationship.

What you'll do:

Interprets simple patterns to plan and lay out less complex upholstery accessories for the aircraft.
Cuts, sews, cements, and trims upholstery fabrics for drapery, divans, chairs, headliners, side panels, containers, and engine and propeller covers.
Assists in covering flight control surfaces.
Performs basic stripping operations of fabric from aircraft surfaces to prepare for remodeling and recovering.
Cuts preform foam rubber and covers it with sheeting or fabric covers.
Cuts and installs carpeting by use of patterns.
Assists in hand forming wet or dry leather to divans and chairs and in using heat to form vinyl materials.
May sew routine seams and perform simple assemblies, and, under direction, perform more complex sewing operations.
Documents all work accomplished (a.k.a. sign-off) in a clear, concise, and accurate manner.
Works fair share of overtime and travels to customer locations or other Garrett facilities as required.
Responsible for knowing, understanding, following, promoting, and continuously improving company policies and procedures.
Observes all safety, environmental, and general housekeeping rules and policies.
May perform other duties as required by the department.

What skills you'll use:

High School diploma or equivalent.
Minimum 1-year experience in aircraft interiors, or in upholstery in a relevant industry (i.e. automobile, marine, or furniture). Must have a fundamental knowledge of the upholstery trade and the use of fabrics.
Must have proven technical aptitude.
Able to follow simple patterns and prints to cut fabrics, cover preformed materials, cut and lay carpeting, and sew routine seams.
Proven experience using a variety of hand and power tools. Must be able to set-up and operate sewing machines.
Must be able to read and comprehend written instructions and speak and write clearly to communicate and document work performed.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds walk, bend, stretch, and climb ladders.
Must be able to work in strained or fatiguing positions for long periods of time.
Must be able to see to perform cutting, sewing, and trim work.
Must be able to manipulate equipment of all sizes, hand and power tools, computer keyboards, and telephones.
Must have excellent hand-to-eye coordination.
Must be able to work outside in extreme temperatures and inclement weather.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience in an aviation and/or MRO environment.

Salary: $24.01 - 36.01

The compensation package for this position also includes a performance-based cash and equity incentives. Actual pay will be determined based on the selected candidate's skills, experience, and internal equity considerations.

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