Flexjet

Soft Goods Technician

Flexjet  •  Cleveland, OH (Onsite)  •  4 months ago
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Job Description

Flexjet is growing our Interiors Department. Currently, we are hiring Soft Goods Technicians to join our team. We offer industry leading benefits, room for growth and excellent pay.

Responsibilities:

  • Perform all aircraft upholstery requirements such as but not limited to: pattern making, sewing, foam fabrication and application on all components
  • Interpret blueprints, completion drawings, company standards, work instructions
  • Perform necessary calculations using shop math based on required tooling, detailed parts, assemblies, and installations.
  • Perform sewing and upholstery operations in accordance with applicable FAA regulations.
  • Disassemble and reassemble vendor passenger seats and divans in accordance with the guidelines of vendor component maintenance manuals.
  • Perform proper maintenance practices in accordance with Constant Aviation standards, such as: proper glue application, adhesive bonding, hardware, and rivet installation
  • Correct handling and use of all required tools specific to the current job assignment.
  • Correct handling and use of all required chemicals and adhesives related to the current job assignment, including general knowledge and ability to retrieve data from the MSDS safety books.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum of five (5) years aircraft upholstery experience
  • Able to set up and operate all standard equipment related to upholstery.
  • Able to work from documentation such as 3D models, blueprints, drawings, aircraft specifications, preparation packages, etc.
  • Must not be allergic to chemical, solvents, paints, adhesives, natural or manmade materials, fabrics, or feathers.
  • Able to distinguish colors and align intricate or elaborate designs in fabrics
  • Able to lift and transport up to 40 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
  • Visual capacity and muscular dexterity to work on fine detail, high-cost products with a minimum of rework.
  • Able to wear protective equipment for extended periods of time including, particle masks, goggles, assorted gloves, head bonnets, and disposable protective suits.
  • Able to stock and remove materials from bins above storage level (not exceeding OSHA standards).
  • Able to climb in and out of aircraft and perform work in tight or confined places and unusual positions
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Able to work in confined spaces and in unusual positions, i.e. various aircraft
  • Able to setup and operate all standard equipment related to upholstery
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About Flexjet

Flexjet first entered the fractional jet ownership market in 1995. Flexjet offers fractional jet ownership and leasing. Flexjet’s fractional aircraft program is the first in the world to be recognized as achieving the Air Charter Safety Foundation’s Industry Audit Standard, is the first and only company to be honored with 21 FAA Diamond Awards for Excellence, upholds an ARG/US Platinum Safety Rating and is IS-BAO compliant at Level 2.

Flexjet’s fractional program fields an exclusive array of business aircraft—some of the youngest in the fractional jet industry, with an average age of approximately six years.

In 2015, Flexjet introduced Red Label by Flexjet, which features the youngest fleet in the industry, flight crews dedicated to a single aircraft and the LXi Cabin Collection of interiors. To date there are more than 40 different interior designs across its fleet, which includes the Embraer Phenom 300, Challenger 350, the Embraer Legacy 450 and Praetor 500, Global Express, the Gulfstream G450, G500, G650 and G700, and the Aerion AS2 supersonic business jets.

Flexjet is a member of the Directional Aviation family of companies. For more details on innovative programs and flexible offerings, visit www.flexjet.com or follow us on Twitter @Flexjet and on Instagram @FlexjetLLC.

Industry
Aviation & Aerospace
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Cleveland, Ohio
Year Founded
1995
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