Fabric Worker (B040 TX)

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate, alter, and repair a wide range of fabric articles supporting C-130 aircraft maintenance and ground operations.
• Measure, pattern, mark, cut, fit, and assemble fabric components using approved construction methods.
• Sew, cement, or bond materials using hand tools, power tools, and industrial sewing equipment.
• Work with a broad range of materials including wool, cotton, canvas, nylon, polyester, olefin, metallic fabrics, leatherette, velour, burlap, felt, vinyl, rubberized fabrics, and plastic filament materials.
• Perform upholstery work on cushions, seats, and related fabric assemblies as required.
• Ensure all fabric work complies with technical directives, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Support single-aircraft flow operations and assist with secondary aircraft induction as workload demands.
• Maintain proper documentation and coordinate with maintenance and logistics personnel as needed.
• Follow all security, safety, and Foreign Object Damage (FOD) prevention procedures within the hangar and workspaces.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience as a Fabric Worker, Textile Worker, or Upholstery Specialist in a military or aviation maintenance environment.
• Proficiency in fabric measurement, pattern making, cutting, sewing, and material assembly.
• Working knowledge of fabric properties, construction techniques, and repair methods.
• Ability to safely operate industrial sewing machines, cutting tools, and associated hand and power equipment.
• Ability to read and follow technical instructions, work decks, and written procedures.
• Active Secret security clearance, or the ability to obtain and maintain one.
• Ability to work in a controlled maintenance environment and meet physical demands associated with fabrication tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting military aviation or depot-level maintenance activities.
• Familiarity with Navy or DoD maintenance standards and documentation practices.
• Experience working on aircraft support equipment, protective covers, or interior fabric components.