Upholstery and Trim Technician

Description

Pilatus is hiring an Upholstery and Trim Technician to join the team in Broomfield, CO. In this role, you will perform fabrication of aircraft interior components such as headliners, sidewalls, armrests and carpets. Under limited supervision, fabricates, assembles, sews, and prepares aircraft interior components in accordance with all technical data and unique customer specifications. Performs material inspections, handling, cutting, and application according to approved process specifications and FAA/FOCA requirements. 

If like us, you have a keen attention to detail, you will be right at home with a team of people who help bring our customers’ dreams to life at Pilatus Business Aircraft USA Ltd.  

Requirements

 Skills/Qualifications   

• Performs incoming inspections of materials including fabric, foam, leather, ultra-leather, and vinyl 
• Measures, marks, and cuts materials to drawings and work instructions
• Bonds materials using various processes and adhesives
• Applies and finish wraps materials to composite and kydex interior panels
• Sews leather and other finish materials prior to application 
• Maintains labor tracking and job card/task signoffs within ERP/MRP system
• Follows safety policies and uses required personal protective equipment in accordance with company and government regulations and guidelines

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Works with Leads and higher skilled technicians to develop and refine skills and techniques
• Performs all assigned tasks in accordance with Pilatus quality standards
• Fabricates aircraft carpet using cutting, binding, and sewing machines
• Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy work area
• Assists coworkers and other departments to successfully perform job tasks when needed
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Lead or Manager

 Skills/Qualifications 

• 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 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

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 with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
• 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

The salary range for this position is $22.93 - $30.77 per hour depending on experience. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data 

Salary : $9,600