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Upholstery Tech I

Upholstery Tech I

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation

Appleton, WI

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago

Gulfstream Aerospace rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 172 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 59 rated aerospace companies

Job description

Upholstery Tech I in  GAC Appleton


Unique Skills:

Weekend Shift (Friday - Sunday, 3-12's)

This position is for Weekend shift upholstery team. Experience with sewing, cutting, and leather work is beneficial.

Let your career take flight

Our aircraft are industry leaders and so are our people. We're looking for talented, motivated individuals who are ready to do innovative work, and we offer exciting career opportunities worldwide.

This individual will be joining our Weekend shift upholstery team.

Knowledge of and proper usage methods for most hand tools, table saw, bandsaw, router, and cordless power tools preferred. Mechanical background, mechanic (automotive, small engine, powersports, diesel), welding, woodworking, cabinet building, and/or finish carpentry experience is preferred but not required. Must possess a strong willingness to learn and work within a team environment.

Teamwork leads to innovation. Innovation leads to efficiency. See all three in action as a G800 comes to life.  

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Gulfstream employees benefit from a total rewards package that includes

  • competitive compensation
  • medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage starting on day 1
  • retirement savings plan 

Visit outsidegulfstream.com/benefits to learn more about our benefits plans.


 

Education and Experience Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required. Entry level position. preferred. Experience using commercial sewing machines, sergers and/or various hand tools used in upholstery and carpet trades is preferred. Position Purpose:Under moderate supervision fabricate and install upholstery, cover panels, and make simple patterns for aircraft interiors using design/engineering drawings and aircraft specifications
Job Description
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:Essential Functions:
  1. Perform technical upholstery functions within design, customer, FAA, and Gulfstream specifications. Specific installation and trim tasks are to be completed in compliance with work order instructions and specifications.
  2. Fit panels and windows, cabin head liners, upper sidewalls, lower side panels, hatch panels, windows, cut and surge carpets, cover bulkheads, fabricate various metal parts, and covering and installation of panels.
  3. Create carpet patterns per design drawings and complete installation.
  4. Use the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work.
Perform other duties as assigned.Other Requirements:
  1. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand proficiently the English language.
  2. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering documentation.
  3. Ability to use measuring tools and perform basic math computations.
  4. Must be computer literate.
  5. Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
  6. 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: 233564

Category: Operations

Percentage of Travel: None

Shift: Weekend Days

Employment Type: Full-time

Posting End Date: 08/29/2026 

Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans

Gulfstream does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position, unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Gulfstream employee.

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