JOB TITLE: Senior Upholstery Technician
LOCATION: Savannah, GA
PAY RATE: $32.18/hour
We are a national staffing agency partnering with top-tier aerospace and defense companies, and were seeking first-class employees to join our clients teams!
Job Details:
Contract Length: 12 months (with potential extension)
Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)
Perks: Bonus potential + Priority as a Tier 1 supplier
Opportunities: Thousands of openings nationwide
Qualifying Questions:
Are you a U.S. person as defined under ITAR regulations?
Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?
Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?
Summary:
Independently design, fabricate, and install upholstery and trim items in aircraft interiors.
Assist the Shop Lead by managing projects and mentoring team members.
Fabricate and install seat covers, curtains, and various assemblies/subassemblies.
Interpret material specifications and engineering drawings to ensure compliance with design requirements.
Sew, fabricate, and install covers for interior panels, maintaining quality and safety standards.
Utilize the material tracking system (Corridor) to create part demands, track squawks, and sign off work.
Cut and install complex, custom-designed carpets based on unique patterns and drawings.
Act as Lead when needed-oversee projects and assign tasks.
Conduct and support safety audits.
Maintain shop equipment and related safety documentation (JSAs).
Uphold Safety, 5S, and housekeeping standards; ensure protection of aircraft interiors (PTP).
Mentor and train less experienced technicians, ensuring quality and productivity.
Collaborate with Leads and senior staff to implement process improvements using Lean Six Sigma tools.
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED required.
4 years of upholstery experience, including at least 2 years in aircraft upholstery; or 6 years of commercial upholstery experience.
Advanced knowledge of upholstery and sewing processes, materials, and/or advanced carpet installation techniques, including custom designs.
Familiarity with inspection standards and terminology.
Proficient in English (reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension).
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documents.
Computer literacy required.
Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, lift up to 40 lbs, and work any shift.
Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).
About Us:
The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.
As trusted partners to major aerospace OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with opportunities to grow and excel in the aviation and aerospace industries.
Eligibility Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship is required under ITAR regulations. A U.S. person is defined as a lawful permanent resident or a protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense
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The Structures Company is a national staffing firm specializing in contract, contract to hire, and direct hire placement opportunities. Our clients rely on us to support their engineering, IT, Production, Maintenance & Repair, and support staff. Our niche recruiting team is one of our biggest strengths and is why we are a top provider of talented professionals to the majority of our clients. They will help you identify the opportunity that best fits your interests while also providing industry-leading customer service. We support the majority of aerospace OEMs and tier 1 suppliers across the United States. The Structures Company LLC is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity Employer (or AA/ EOE)
