Upholstery and Trim Craftsman

Job Summary

Pilatus Aircraft Ltd is seeking a skilled Upholstery and Trim Craftsman to join our team in the United States. As a key member of our aircraft completions team, you will be responsible for fabricating, assembling, and sewing high-quality materials and soft-goods to construct customized interior furnishings for our business aircraft.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform incoming inspections of materials, including fabric, foam, leather, ultra-leather, and vinyl
• Measure, mark, and cut materials to drawings and work instructions
• Bond materials using various processes and adhesives
• Apply and finish wraps materials to composite and kydex interior panels
• Sew leather and other finish materials prior to application
• Maintain labor tracking and job card/task sign-offs within our ERP/MRP system
• Follow safety policies and use required personal protective equipment in accordance with company and government regulations and guidelines

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required; two (2) years related trade school or vocational degree preferred
• Demonstrated craftsman-level abilities and quality, and a minimum of two (2) years related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to use hand tools, adhesive spray gun, industrial sewing machine, and/or other specialized equipment
• Ability to use measuring tools and perform basic math computations
• Ability to read, understand, and adhere to engineering drawings, tech specs, and other relevant documents
• Eye for precision and attention to details
• Able to work in restricted spaces, and lift up to 40 pounds
• Regular, reliable attendance required, and willingness to work overtime and other shifts as needed
• Proficiency in general computer use and MS Office software, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Must qualify as a U.S. person in compliance with ITAR 22 CFR 120.15

What We Offer

• 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start
• 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9,600 annually
• Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2,250 for single coverage and $3,000 for family coverage annually
• 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
• Tuition assistance available annually after the first year