Upholstery Technician IV

General Dynamics Corporation; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Savannah is seeking an Upholstery Technician IV to design, fabricate, and install aircraft interior upholstery and trim. This role emphasizes precision in seat covers, panels, carpets, and headliners while meeting engineering, safety, and quality standards.

You will interpret blueprints and material specs, fabricate custom components, and mentor junior technicians as part of a small, skilled team in a fast-paced aviation environment with strict compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; 4 years upholstery experience including aircraft upholstery.
• Advanced knowledge of upholstery and sewing processes and products; carpet knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and install seat covers, curtains and various assemblies and subassemblies.
• Interpret material specifications and design/engineering drawings to ensure finished product meets requirements.
• Sew, fabricate, and install covers for all styles of panels in the aircraft interior while meeting safety, quality and productivity standards.
• Use the Corridor material tracking system to create parts demand and sign off on work.
• Lead, mentor, and train other Upholstery Technicians as needed.

Skills

Aviation upholstery

Fabrication

Reading engineering drawings

FAA-compliant methods

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Upholstery Technician IV in GAC Savannah

At Gulfstream, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We believe in inspiring and empowering every individual to reach their fullest potential. From workforce development and meaningful connections to a culture of trust, respect, and integrity, we invest in our employees so they can do their best work and achieve success together. Creating and delivering the worlds finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

Detail-Oriented Aviation Upholstery Technician with advanced expertise in general upholstery skills, specializing in aircraft interiors and related fabrication work. Proficient in hands-on techniques for repairing, restoring, and fabricating interior components such as seats, panels, headliners, and soft goods. Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of aviation-grade materials, specialized tools, and FAA-compliant methods to ensure adherence to engineering, quality, and design standards. Experienced in supporting aircraft refurbishment, completions, and maintenance projects with precision, safety, and exceptional craftsmanship.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required. 4 years experience in upholstery to include two (2) years aircraft upholstery experience or 6 years commercial upholstery experience. Advanced knowledge of upholstery and sewing processes and products and/or advance carpet knowledge including being able to install custom carpets.

Position Purpose:

Work independently to design, fabricate, and install upholstery and trim items in aircraft interiors. Assist Shop Lead by overseeing projects and providing guidance and direction to co-workers. Mentor and train other Upholstery Technicians.

Job Description

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Functions:

• Fabricate and install seat covers, curtains and various assemblies and subassemblies.
• Interpret material specifications and design/engineering drawings to ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements.
• Sew, fabricate, and install covers for all styles of panels in the aircraft interior while meeting safety, quality, and productivity standards and goals.
• Use the material tracking system, Corridor, to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.
• Work with design/drawings to cut and install advanced custom design carpets with unique patterns.

Additional Functions:

• Accept Lead responsibilities when needed. Oversees projects and coordinates with Lead to delegate tasks to assigned technicians. .
• Conduct safety audits and assists team members in doing safety audits. .
• Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs. .
• Comply with and champion Safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and ensure the protection of aircraft interiors (PTP). .
• Mentor and train lesser skilled technicians and monitor their work to ensure they complete assigned tasks in accordance with required. levels of safety, quality and productivity. .
• Work with Lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements reduce material cost, cycle time, and labor hours using Lean Six-Sigma tools. .

Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Requirements:

• Possess a working knowledge of Gulfstream inspection and process specifications and terminology.
• The ability to read, write, speak, and understand proficiently the English language.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
• Must be computer literate.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

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

Additional Information

Requisition Number: 237359

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 11/13/2026

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

Gulfstream designs, develops, manufactures, markets, services and supports the world's most technologically advanced business-jet aircraft.