What are the responsibilities and job description for the Upholsterer B position at Textron Aviation?
Job Summary:
To assemble precision aircraft seats, cut upholstery material, upholster aircraft assemblies and print
letters, numbers and other markings for production aircraft parts. May be required to assist lower graded
operators.
Job Responsibilities:
Requires the use of power tools, including air-powered and electric operated.
applications. May be required to mix own sealant and/or adhesives, which require the maintaining
of proper certifications.
require bonding operations. Uses hand shears, electric cutters and other machines in cutting
upholstery material.
May set up and operate engraver to cut letters. Coordinates with a variety of departments to
accomplish work. Cleans, stores and maintains silk screen equipment. Maintains a stock record
of parts, decals and silk screen printed items. Familiar with paint quality standards.
Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or bronze level WorkKeys certification to
interpret blueprints, apply shop math, and use some measuring devices. May require maintaining
appropriate certification for mixing sealants and/or adhesives.
Experience:
Requires a combination of three (3) years’ experience in upholstery, bench upholstery, and/or mechanical
experience or must hold the Upholsterer C classification a minimum of three (3) years.
Working Conditions:
Good working conditions. May involve occasional exposure to heat, noise, paint fumes, solvents and dirt
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.Join 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.Textron 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 Aviation
Primary Location
US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Field
Manufacturing
Schedule
Full-time
Job Level
Individual Contributor
Job Type
Standard
Shift
Second Shift
Job Posting
05/26/2026, 2:24:37 PM
To assemble precision aircraft seats, cut upholstery material, upholster aircraft assemblies and print
letters, numbers and other markings for production aircraft parts. May be required to assist lower graded
operators.
Job Responsibilities:
- Performs a variety of diversified bench assembly, upholstery and fabrication of soft goods
- Installation of control mechanisms, arm and head rests, seat belts, life vest, etc. Assembly and
Requires the use of power tools, including air-powered and electric operated.
- Performs trimming, forming, and adjusting operations to complete interior components to exacting
applications. May be required to mix own sealant and/or adhesives, which require the maintaining
of proper certifications.
- Marks and cuts upholstering material in accordance with patterns. May require minor decision
require bonding operations. Uses hand shears, electric cutters and other machines in cutting
upholstery material.
- May be required to fabricate silk screen fixtures, photo foil operations and apply decals and other
May set up and operate engraver to cut letters. Coordinates with a variety of departments to
accomplish work. Cleans, stores and maintains silk screen equipment. Maintains a stock record
of parts, decals and silk screen printed items. Familiar with paint quality standards.
- May be required to build-up and repair fiberglass and composite panels to meet customer
- May operate appropriate cutting machinery. May require nesting and editing of certain machine
- Ability to read and write to interpret basic drawings. Ability to work from detailed instructions and
- Responsible for the quality of own work
- Performs other related duties as required.
Must have a high school diploma, an equivalent certificate, or bronze level WorkKeys certification to
interpret blueprints, apply shop math, and use some measuring devices. May require maintaining
appropriate certification for mixing sealants and/or adhesives.
Experience:
Requires a combination of three (3) years’ experience in upholstery, bench upholstery, and/or mechanical
experience or must hold the Upholsterer C classification a minimum of three (3) years.
Working Conditions:
Good working conditions. May involve occasional exposure to heat, noise, paint fumes, solvents and dirt
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.Join 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.Textron 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 Aviation
Primary Location
US-Kansas-Wichita
Job Field
Manufacturing
Schedule
Full-time
Job Level
Individual Contributor
Job Type
Standard
Shift
Second Shift
Job Posting
05/26/2026, 2:24:37 PM