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AAA USA

Aircraft Upholstery Technician

Grand Junction, CO · On-site

$30 - $38/hr

AAA, United States, Inc. has partnered with a company in Little Rock, Arkansas that shapes the future by designing and building military aircraft, business jets and space systems. We are looking for ...

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Belcan, LLC

Sr Mass Properties Engineer

Englewood, CO · On-site

$103K - $142K/yr

Experience with aircraft weighing and associated forms and charts. *Experience with conceptual level design support and parametric modeling. *Experience building mass properties estimates from CAD ...

Belcan

Sr Mass Properties Engineer

Englewood, CO

$103K - $141K/yr

Experience with aircraft weighing and associated forms and charts. *Experience with conceptual level design support and parametric modeling. *Experience building mass properties estimates from CAD ...

Belcan

Sr Mass Properties Engineer

Englewood, CO · On-site

$74.19/hr

Experience with aircraft weighing and associated forms and charts. *Experience with conceptual level design support and parametric modeling. *Experience building mass properties estimates from CAD ...

West Star Aviation

WSAA Apprentice

Grand Junction, CO

$16.50 - $21.50/hr

... Aircraft Maintenance Technician. Attending WSAA provides in-depth learning and training about airframe maintenance while building skills through hands-on training in collaboration with Southwestern ...

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As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for aircraft building in Colorado is $27.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.47 and $32.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Aircraft builders, also known as aircraft manufacturing technicians or assemblers, typically earn a median annual salary of around $50,000 to $70,000, depending on experience, location, and certifications. Skilled workers with specialized training or certifications in aerospace assembly can earn higher wages, especially when working with complex systems or in advanced manufacturing environments.

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Infographic showing various Aircraft Building job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,005 per year, or $27.4 per hour.

Aircraft Upholstery Technician

Grand Junction, CO • On-site

AAA USA
Strategic Planning Consulting Services • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$30 - $38/hr

Full-time

Medical, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

**Must be willing to temporarily and/or permanently relocate to Little Rock, AR for work**

What we offer:
  • Paid Travel and lodging assistance available.
  • Long and Short-Term Contracts.
  • Immediate placement.
  • PTO.
  • 6 Paid Holidays.
  • Health Benefit.

Position Summary:
AAA, United States, Inc. has partnered with a company in Little Rock, Arkansas that shapes the future by designing and building military aircraft, business jets and space systems. We are looking for experienced upholstery fabricators who are seeking their next opportunity in a complex and ever-changing work environment!

The Upholstery Fabricator will fabricate, develop, build, sew, and cover aircraft all soft goods through the knowledge and skills of interior finishing.

Essential Functions:
  • Perform sewing or upholstery operations of high quality and within budget.
  • Disassemble and reassemble various models of vendor passenger seats.
  • Perform maintenance such as proper glue application, adhesive bonding, hardware, and rivet installation.
  • Style a variety of foams to meet specifications/customer requirements.
  • Layout, match, cut, and sew various routine and non-routine sewing operations, including exotic fabrics such as plaids, stripes, diamond patterns and floral designs to produce symmetry in appearance.
  • Develop patterns from prints, sketches, models, and verbal instructions.
  • Inspect, select, and work with fabrics, leathers, foams, and other materials used in the performance of job assignments.
  • Fabricate and upholster all soft goods including but not limited to aircraft seats (fabrication and cover), divans, service ledges, side walls, headliners, and window panels.
  • Set up and operate all equipment, such as routers, sanders, sewing machines, etc.

Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Minimum of 3 years of aircraft upholstery experience.
  • Able to setup and operate all standard equipment related to upholstery.
  • Able to work from documentation such as 3D models, blueprints, drawings, F-standards, preparation packages, etc.
  • Must not be allergic to chemicals, solvents, paints, adhesives, natural or manmade materials, fabrics, or feathers.
  • Able to distinguish colors and align intricate or elaborate designs in fabrics.
  • Able to lift and transport up to 40 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Visual capacity and muscular dexterity to work on fine detail, high-cost products with a minimum of rework.
  • Able to wear protective equipment for extended periods of time including, particle masks, goggles, assorted gloves, head bonnets, and disposable protective suits.
  • Able to stock and remove materials from bins above storage level with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Able to climb in and out of aircraft and perform work in tight or confined places and unusual positions.

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About AAA USA

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Industry

Strategic planning consulting services

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Mobile, AL, US

Year founded

2013

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