We are seeking a highly skilled upholstery technician specializing in complex seat construction, precision stitching, and luxury interior finishes for private aircraft. The ideal candidate has experience working with high-end materials and can execute detailed designs with consistency and accuracy.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform advanced upholstery work on aircraft seats, divans, and interior components
- Execute complex stitch patterns (French seams, double top-stitch, diamond quilting, etc.)
- Interpret and work from design drawings, patterns, and templates
- Cut, sew, and assemble materials including leather, ultrasuede, and specialty fabrics
- Ensure symmetry, alignment, and tight tolerances on all finished products
- Disassemble and reassemble aircraft seating systems properly
- Maintain compliance with aviation interior standards and safety requirements
- Inspect finished work for quality, durability, and aesthetic excellence
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Required Skills & Qualifications
- 3–5+ years of professional upholstery experience (aircraft, automotive luxury, or marine preferred)
- Strong expertise in industrial sewing machines (walking foot, double needle, etc.)
- Proven ability to perform high-end stitching and detailed finishes
- Experience with pattern making and material layout optimization
- Deep understanding of leather behavior, stretching, and fitting techniques
- Ability to meet tight tolerances and high-quality standards
- Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship mindset
- Ability to work efficiently under deadlines without compromising quality
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Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in private aviation interiors
- Familiarity with FAA regulations / burn cert materials
- Experience with custom design builds and refurbishments
- Knowledge of foam shaping and seat ergonomics
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Quality Expectations (Important Section)
- Clean, straight stitching with no waviness or loose threads
- Perfect alignment of seams and patterns
- Consistent stitch length and tension
- Flawless material wrapping with no wrinkles or bunching
- Luxury-level finish comparable to high-end OEM interiors
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Tools & Equipment Experience
- Industrial sewing machines (walking foot, double needle)
- Cutting tools and pattern templates
- Adhesives and foam shaping tools
- Upholstery hand tools
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Nice Add-On (to attract top talent)
- Work on private jets and high-end aircraft interiors
- Opportunity to be part of a precision-focused, growing aviation team
- Projects include full cabin refurbishments and custom designs
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Pay: $25.00 - $27.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
