Upholstery Tech I

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation; Savannah, Northern (GA, KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation in Savannah is seeking an Upholstery Tech I to fabricate and install interior upholstery, panels, and carpets for aircraft cabins. The role uses design drawings and FAA/engineering specs, with duties spanning cutting, sewing, fitting, and final installation on first shift.

Entry-level candidates with a high school diploma or GED are welcome, and some experience with sewing machines is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; entry level position.
• Experience with commercial sewing machines and sergers preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and engineering docs is advantageous.
• Must be computer literate and able to use measuring tools.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and install upholstery, cover panels, and create simple patterns for aircraft interiors using drawings and specs.
• Fit panels, cabin head liners, sidewalls, panels, and carpets; trim and align components per work orders.
• Create carpet patterns from design drawings and complete installation.
• Use material tracking system to create parts demand and sign off on work.

Skills

English proficiency

Blueprint reading

Measuring & math

Computer literacy

Shift flexibility

Upholstery basics

Sewing tools knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Sewing machines

Sergers

Hand tools

Job description

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Company: Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Upholstery Tech Iin GAC Savannah

Gulfstream is looking for skilled upholsterers, cabinetmakers and finishers to craft unique designs in
award-winning cabins.

This position is for first shift (E.g.: Mon-Thurs 5:30am-16:00pm), you may be asked to support
other shifts as needed with notice.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. Entry level position. Experience using commercial sewing machines, sergers and/or various hand tools used in upholstery and carpet trades is preferred.

Position Purpose: Under moderate supervision fabricate and install upholstery, cover panels, and make simple patterns for aircraft interiors using design/engineering drawings and aircraft specifications.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Essential Functions:

• Perform technical upholstery functions within design, customer, FAA, and Gulfstream specifications. Specific installation and trim tasks are to be completed in compliance with work order instructions and specifications.
• Fit panels and windows, cabin head liners, upper sidewalls, lower side panels, hatch panels, windows, cut and surge carpets, cover bulkheads, fabricate various metal parts, and covering and installation of panels.
• Create carpet patterns per design drawings and complete installation. .
• Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand proficiently the English language.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Ability to use measuring tools and perform basic math computations.
• Must be computer literate.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.

This job requires one to be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 235912

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 09/10/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation, a wholly-owned subsidiary of General Dynamics (NYSE: GD), designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically-advanced business jet aircraft

Nearest Major Market: Savannah
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