Upholstery Shop Technician I

About the Role

Performs daily activities within the Upholstery Shop area including panel prep, installing coverings and assembly. Prepares all parts for finish and applies final finish of aircraft interior components according to engineering, company quality standards and operating procedures under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Safely performs component preparation, covering and assembly under minimal supervision in accordance with current technical data, manufacturers’ instructions for continued airworthiness, government and industry standard practices, and FAA‑approved data.
• Prepares coverings including fabric, leather and Tedlar.
• Performs preparations and installations on and off wing.
• Performs on‑aircraft interior modifications, installations, or maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Assists the Upholstery Lead with finish requirements to support the master production schedule.
• Interprets material specifications and engineering drawings to ensure upholstered components meet design specs, quality standards and customer expectations.
• Ensures work orders and traceability forms are properly executed.
• Maintains shop equipment and tools in good working order.
• Keeps the shop premises clean and orderly.
• Wears required safety equipment and follows safety guidelines, including hazardous materials procedures.
• Maintains regular attendance, punctuality and full‑shift work.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Greenpoint Core Competencies

• Adaptability – Adjusts to changes, manages competing demands, accepts feedback and modifies approach as needed.
• Communications – Effectively expresses ideas verbally and in writing, listens well, keeps others informed and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Dependability – Responds to service requests, follows instructions, takes responsibility, keeps commitments and maintains reliable attendance.
• Initiative – Sets challenging goals, persists through obstacles, seeks excellence, recognizes opportunities and takes calculated risks.
• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities, welcomes feedback, contributes to positive team spirit and prioritizes team success.
• Work Quality – Demonstrates accuracy, commitment to excellence, seeks improvement, applies feedback and monitors own work for quality.

Job Core Competencies

• Cooperation – Builds effective relationships, shows tact, maintains a positive outlook, offers assistance and resolves conflicts.
• Written Communications – Writes clearly, edits for spelling and grammar, adapts style to needs and presents numerical data effectively.
• Planning and Organization – Prioritizes tasks, uses time efficiently, plans resources, integrates changes, sets goals and works in an organized manner.
• Oral Communications – Speaks clearly and persuasively, listens, seeks clarification, answers questions, presents to groups and participates in meetings.

Education, Experience & Certification

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of upholstery experience, preferably in corporate aviation completion or other high‑end industries such as yachts or luxury motor coaches.
• For programs subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations, must qualify as a US Person (US citizen, permanent resident not working for a foreign entity, or political asylee).
• This safety‑sensitive position is covered by the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Program; pre‑employment, random and post‑accident testing may be required.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience in preparation of decorative coverings including fabric, leather, and Tedlar.
• Ability to read, write and verbally communicate in English.
• Strong communication, time‑management and organizational skills.
• Ability to select and use proper tools for job tasks.
• Mathematical knowledge applied to problem solving.
• Hand‑eye coordination.
• Ability to work independently and cross‑functionally as part of a growing team.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to travel and work outside core business hours as required.

Physical Requirements

• Compliance with DOT/FAA Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
• Ability to climb and work on step stools or ladders.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lb unassisted and occasionally up to 75 lb with assistance.
• Ability to reach overhead.
• Ability to work in a non‑dust‑free environment.
• Normal or corrected vision for exacting tasks.
• Full range of motion with both hands.
• Ability to work stooping, kneeling, standing and in cramped areas.

Pay

The expected Washington state salary range for this position is $45,000.00 – $52,000.00. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, location, and other factors permitted by law.

Benefits

• Healthcare (medical, dental & vision)
• Life insurance