GAL AeroStaff Ltd. is an aerospace staffing is a company specializing in temporary and permanent staffing for general and technical positions the aviation and aerospace industry.
In keeping with this goal each benefit program has been carefully devised. These benefits include time-off benefits such as vacations and holidays and insurance and other plan benefits. We are constantly studying and evaluating our benefits programs and policies to better meet present and future requirements.
Job Title: Upholstery Technician
Location: Elliott Aviation Moline Illinois
Employment Type: Full-Time- Contract
Position Overview:
Elliott Aviation is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Upholstery Technician to join our Interiors team in Moline IL. The Upholstery Technician will be responsible for fabricating repairing and installing aircraft interior components including seats panels divans and other soft goods. This role requires precision craftsmanship attention to detail and the ability to work with a variety of materials to meet customer specifications and FAA standards.
Responsibilities:
Fabricate upholster and install interior components such as seats divans panels and other soft goods.
Read and interpret blueprints engineering drawings and work orders.
Cut measure and sew various fabrics leathers and vinyl materials.
Repair re-cover and finish seating and soft goods to match OEM and customer requirements.
Shape and install foams coverings and padding to ensure comfort and aesthetics.
Disassemble and reassemble interior components for maintenance or modification.
Operate industrial sewing machines hand tools and power tools safely and efficiently.
Inspect materials and finished products to ensure quality workmanship and compliance with company and FAA standards.
Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.
Collaborate with team members to ensure projects are completed on time and to customer satisfaction.
Qualifications:
2 years of upholstery or related experience (aviation upholstery preferred).
Strong sewing skills with experience using industrial sewing machines.
Ability to work with a wide variety of fabrics leathers foams and composite materials.
Knowledge of blueprint reading and technical drawings.
Familiarity with FAA regulations and aircraft interior standards preferred.
Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and perform physically demanding tasks.
Team player with strong communication skills.
*Must be authorized to work in the USA..
The GAL Aerospace Group of Companies is a North American based ‘super sub-tier’ supplier to the aerospace interiors market. Divisions operate as centers of