Aviation Technology Associates, LLC ยท 2 days ago
Aircraft Upholstery Tech Sr, Dallas, TX, 4742
Dallas, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$33.81/hr - $33.81/hr
4+ years expAviation Technology Associates, LLC is looking for an Upholstery Tech Sr in Dallas, TX. The role involves designing, fabricating, and installing upholstery and trim items in aircraft interiors, as well as mentoring and training other technicians.
Airlines/Aviation
Responsibilities
Fabricate and install seat covers, curtains and various assemblies and subassemblies
Interpret material specifications and design/engineering drawings to ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements
Sew, fabricate, and install covers for all styles of panels in the aircraft interior while meeting safety, quality, and productivity standards and goals
Use the material tracking system, Corridor, to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work
Work with design/drawings to cut and install advanced custom design carpets with unique patterns
Accept Lead responsibilities when needed. Oversees projects and coordinates with Lead to delegate tasks to assigned technicians
Conduct safety audits and assists team members in doing safety audits
Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs
Comply with and champion Safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and ensure the protection of aircraft interiors (PTP)
Mentor and train lesser skilled technicians and monitor their work to ensure they complete assigned tasks in accordance with required levels of safety, quality and productivity
Work with Lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements reduce material cost, cycle time, and labor hours using Lean Six-Sigma tools
Perform other duties as required
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED required
4 years experience in upholstery to include two (2) years aircraft upholstery experience or 6 years commercial upholstery experience
Advanced knowledge of upholstery and sewing processes and products and/or advance carpet knowledge including being able to install custom carpets
Possess a working knowledge of inspection and process specifications and terminology
The ability to read, write, speak, and understand proficiently the English language
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation
Must be computer literate
Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift
Preferred
Experience in aerospace industry preferred
Benefits
Coverage of up to one-half of employee's medical insurance premium for a base plan
Eight (8) paid holidays
Per diem split (if qualified)
Three (3) sets of uniforms (if applicable)
Opportunity to become a direct hire after ninety (90) days
Company
Aviation Technology Associates, LLC
Aviation Technology Associates is an aviation services company dedicated to all your aviation design and repair needs.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Tom Rood
Co-Founder, Technical Consultant
James Honeycutt
Managing Partner
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