{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"fa8eb06ede583de718dcd3d5","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fa8eb06ede583de718dcd3d5","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fa8eb06ede583de718dcd3d5","title":"Upholsterer C","description":"Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. We are passionate advocates of aviation, empowering people with the freedom of flight. As you join our legacy as a global leader in private aviation, you’ll have opportunities to try new fields, expand your skills and knowledge, stretch your abilities, and build your career. We provide a competitive and extensive total rewards package that includes pay and innovative benefits to support you and your family members – now and in the future, beginning day one. Your success is our success.DescriptionJob Summary:To assemble precision aircraft seats, cut upholstery material, upholster aircraft assemblies and printletters, numbers and other markings for production aircraft parts. May be required to work while under theguidance of higher graded operators.Job ResponsibilitiesPerforms a variety of diversified bench assembly, upholstery, and fabrication of soft goodsoperations on aircraft.Installation of control mechanisms, arm and head rests, seat belts, life vest, etc. Assembly anddisassembly operations on precision aircraft seats and makes adjustments for proper operation.Requires the use of power toolsPerforms trimming, forming, and adjusting operations to complete interior components to exactingstandards. Requires knowledge of material characteristics and proper techniques of adhesiveapplications.Marks and cuts upholstering material in accordance with patterns. May require minor decisionmaking involving judgment in cutting lines and pattern placement to avoid wasted material. Mayrequire bonding operations. Uses hand shears, electric cutters and other machines in cuttingupholstery material.Fabricates silk screen fixtures, photo foil operations and applies decals and other adhesivemarkings. Exercises some judgment to position parts and maintain paint consistency. May set upand operate engraver to cut letters. Coordinates with a variety of departments to accomplishwork. Cleans, stores, and maintains silk screen equipment. Maintains a stock record of parts,decals and silk screen printed items. Familiar with paint quality standards.Ability to read and write to interpret basic drawings. Ability to work from detailed instructions andminor decision making.Responsible for the quality of own work.Performs other related duties as required.QualificationsEducation:Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or bronze level WorkKeys certification tointerpret blueprints, apply shop math, and use some measuring devices.ExperienceRequires a minimum of 3 months of experience in upholstery, bench upholstery, or related mechanicalexperience.Working ConditionsGood working conditions. May involve occasional exposure to heat, noise, paint fumes, solvents and dirtKansas Tax CreditJoin Textron Aviation’s Kansas team and you may be eligible for a $5,000 state of Kansas Aviation tax credit for up to five years. Visit https://www.aircapitaloftheworld.com/taxcredits for more information on the tax credit.EEO StatementTextron is committed to providing Equal Opportunity in Employment, to all applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, age, national origin, military status, veteran status, disability, sex (including pregnancy and sexual orientation), genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.Recruiting Company: Textron AviationPrimary Location: US-Kansas-WichitaJob Function: ManufacturingSchedule: Full-timeJob Level: Individual ContributorJob Type: StandardShift: Second ShiftJob Posting: 08/25/2026, 5:34:22 AMJob Number: 344079","company":"Textron","rawCompany":"textron","city":"Marienthal","state":"KS","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-27T09:02:05.917Z","occupations":[{"code":"51-6093.00","title":"Upholsterers","slug":"upholsterers"},{"code":"51-2011.00","title":"Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers","slug":"aircraft-structure-surfaces-rigging-and-systems-assemblers"},{"code":"51-6099.00","title":"Textile, Apparel, and Furnishings Workers, All Other","slug":"textile-apparel-and-furnishings-workers-all-other"}],"industries":[{"code":"336413","title":"Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"other-aircraft-parts-and-auxiliary-equipment-manufacturing"},{"code":"336411","title":"Aircraft Manufacturing","slug":"aircraft-manufacturing"},{"code":"337121","title":"Upholstered Household Furniture Manufacturing","slug":"upholstered-household-furniture-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Upholsterer C","description":"Textron Aviation has been inspiring the journey of flight for nine decades through the iconic and beloved Cessna and Beechcraft brands. 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