UPHOLSTERY FABRICATOR - CABINET SHOP

Dassault Falcon Jet; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401k Plan with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Dassault Falcon Jet is seeking an Upholstery Fabrication Technician- III in Little Rock, AR. The role focuses on fabricating and covering soft goods for aircraft interiors, using drawings, blueprints, and Dassault quality standards.

You will work with seats, headliners, panels, and window treatments, ensuring precise glueing, bonding, and material handling. You will maintain equipment, interpret documentation, and support continuous improvement while meeting safety, cost, and schedule targets in

Qualifications

• Must have strong attention to detail and a desire to learn.
• Proficient in applying upholstery foam and materials with minimal rework.
• Able to distinguish colors for correct fabric and material selection.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and data entry.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily maintenance of equipment.
• Fabricate upholstery parts per Dassault Falcon Jet standards.
• Rework and adjust seats, curtains, and panels on aircraft.
• Interpret blueprints, drawings and FPS/quality standards.
• Operate and maintain machinery and tools used for upholstery.
• Apply adhesives and hardware per process instructions.
• Adhere to safety and quality requirements; document material lots.

Skills

Upholstery foam proficiency

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Color differentiation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Fabricate, build, and Cover soft goods through the knowledge and skills of aircraft upholstery via Dassault Falcon Jet standards. Use of drawings, blueprints, Design drawings, and/or spec control prints following Dassault Quality standards. Soft goods include Passenger and Crew area panels, Headliners, Window panels, and other assorted interior soft goods

PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

A Upholstery Fabrication Technician- III will:

Perform daily maintenance of equipment

Perform Upholstery fabrication activities in accordance with Dassault Falcon Jet “F” standards.

Fabricate upholstery aircraft parts using Dassault standards of quality.

Successfully perform rework at the aircraft on seats, curtains, or panels

Comply with Customer Specification / IFS description.

Operate and adjust necessary machinery. Comply with daily maintenance of the machines.

Interpret blueprints, completion drawings, company standards, work instructions, 3D model information.

Perform proper practices in accordance to DFJ FPS, “F” standards and Quality standards, such as proper glue application, adhesive bonding, and hardware.

Correct handling and use of all required tools specific to the current job assignment.

Correct handling and use of all required chemicals and adhesives related to the current job assignment, including general knowledge and ability on retrieving data from the MSDS safety books.

Propose and support Continuous Improvement practices to management and co-workers

NON-PRINCIPAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES (NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS):

Perform all other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum 3 years of experience in upholstery fabrication or related.

Strong desire to learn and attention to detail

Must be proficient in 3 areas of upholstery foam and application of upholstery with little or no rework

Consistently perform at expected standards of safety, quality, schedule, and cost.

Must possess the ability to apply foam to the seat frames, upholster seats headrest/backrest/armrest, window panels, divan, and crew seating components

Work within engineering and industrial definition using pattern data, company standards, and work instructions.

Select correct material from the Specification and CAMS orders and record lot numbers

Must not be allergic to chemical, solvents, paints, adhesives, natural or manmade materials, fabrics, or feathers.

Basic computer skills.

Able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

Able to work in confined spaces and in unusual positions.

Able to lift and transport up to 40 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation

Visual capacity and muscular dexterity to work on fine detail, high cost products with a minimum of errors and rework.

Able to stock and remove materials from bins above storage level according to OSHA standards.

Must be able to differentiate colors

Ability to train peers or new employees

ADDITIONAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Aircraft upholstery fabrication experience

Ability to solve practical problems when needed.

Manufacturing, vocational, tech school training, and/or related college credits.

Computer and/or software training or experience.

Able to work from documentation such as MES, FPS, WI, blueprints, drawings, F-standards, preparation packages, etc.

Courses in state or federal vocational technical upholstery programs

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Factory/manufacturing environment subject to high noise levels, adhesive or chemical odors, dust, and normal climate control.

This position is designated as a safety-sensitive position because it includes as part of the essential job duties operating equipment and tools on a routine basis. Additionally, the duties of this position concern the service and completion of aircraft, and overall airworthiness of the aircraft. This position is one in which a lapse of attention could result in injury, illness, or death. For the safety of this employee and others, the employee must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and concentrate for long periods of time while performing safety activities.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

The compensation for this position typically falls between $21 and $28 per hour. This position is eligible for overtime. This position may be eligible for a shift differential or relocation assistance.Note, the final compensation offered to a successful candidate will depend on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of relevant experience, Falcon-specific experience, relevant education/certifications, geographic location, and shift.

Our total compensation package also offers comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision), HSA and FSA options, 401k Plan with Company Match, Life Insurance, Disability Benefits, Supplemental Insurance, Group Legal, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts and much more.

We are committed to finding the best, brightest and most dedicated individuals in the aviation industry. Our employees are the key to our success. Soar with us.

We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position.

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