Master Craftsperson - Aviation Upholstery

Unique Skills

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 world’s finest aviation experience starts with our people and when our people thrive, so does our mission.

Looking for a candidate with a minimum of 10 years of upholstery experience.

Candidate must have proficient knowledge and skill necessary to perform the job including but not limited to:

• Sewing, patterning, foam building and assembly
• Fit form and function checks
• Disassembly and reassembly of seat and divan frames
• Covering panels and curtain fabrication

Candidate must have an established track record of troubleshooting manufacturing or installation processes.

Candidate must be willing to train other employees.

Responsibilities

• Working with and knowing how to find design information. Reviewing design and engineering documents and making corrections as needed.
• Reviewing and gathering information for burns.
• Assist in problem solving and troubleshooting by working with engineering and other departments' leads to come up with solutions.
• Develop training and administer employee skills development. (Develop a shop standard training guideline.)
• Support 6S and Lean activities, performing 6S audits once every quarter.
• Complete all required paperwork and documentation, including CMP card, travelers, and R&I logs.
• Comply with all safety, 6S, and housekeeping policies and use of personal protective equipment.
• Must have the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Education and Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.

FAA A&P license or the ability to obtain a repairman certificate within 30 days of start date.

10 years extensive experience in production/manufacturing/service center.

Position Purpose: Technical expert on in-service aircraft and perform repairs on installations that require a high degree of accuracy and timeliness. Function independently in a team-oriented work environment and in a leadership role when required.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

1. Perform technical functions such as correct methods of in-service installations, repairs/mods, and refurbishments.
2. Troubleshoot any problem areas on in-service aircraft to determine cause and pursue preventative actions with proper liaison which improves efficiency and product quality.
3. Assist in problem solving to establish or correct planning methods for in-service aircraft refurbishments and installations efficiently by utilizing standard techniques, procedures, and criteria.
4. Interact with Engineering, Product Support Engineering, and Quality Control to troubleshoot problems and implement solutions.
5. Organize, develop (with the assistance of the Training Department), and administer the Employee Skills Development Program.
6. Identify and develop training requirements for tooling, test equipment, and other areas.
7. Plan, schedule, and complete tasks in order to meet service/delivery schedules.
8. Assist management, as required, with supervision and instruction of technicians in proper procedures and techniques of troubleshooting airframe, routine inspections, and preventive maintenance.
9. Assess strengths and weaknesses of subordinates, applying strengths for maximum job efficiency and providing guidance and growth opportunities to reinforce developmental areas.
10. Maintain current knowledge of industry standards, vendor information, and all other procedures, publications, and general knowledge pertaining to product support installations, repairs, and refurbishments.
11. Assist in maintaining work schedules and updating of CMP cards. Review work, including forms and records, to ensure compliance with Gulfstream Repair Station procedures and FAA Airworthiness Standards.
12. Support Lean activities.

Additional Functions

1. Perform tasks assigned to department technicians or leads during their absence, when required.
2. Comply with standard operating procedures.
3. Complete all required paperwork and documentation to include CMP cards, travelers, and R&I logs.
4. Comply with all safety, 6S, and housekeeping policies and use personal protective equipment.
5. Perform repairs on installations that require a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.
6. Assist in training subordinates in proper techniques, processes, and procedures.

Other Requirements

1. Thorough knowledge of manufacturing and/or repair station procedures and specifications, plant safety, tooling, and quality requirements.
2. Must have an established track record of troubleshooting manufacturing or installation processes.
3. Proficient knowledge of all applicable machinery and processes necessary to perform the job, along with basic computer knowledge and skills.
4. 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: 235335

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: Up to 25%

Shift: First

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 09/08/2026