Upholsterer – Craft the Interiors That Define the Flight Experience

PDS Tech Commercial | Partnering with a Leader in the Aerospace Industry
Location: Medley, FL
Pay Rate: $16.50 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 1st Shift, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM
Job Type: Full-Time Consultant (12-month assignment)

Where Skilled Craftsmanship Meets Aerospace Precision

As an Upholsterer, you’ll play a critical role in creating and restoring high-quality aircraft interior components. From seats to divans, your work ensures comfort, durability, and premium aesthetics—all while meeting the exacting standards of aerospace production. If you take pride in precision sewing and enjoy hands-on, detail-driven work, this role offers the opportunity to apply your skills in a highly specialized environment.

What You’ll Do

In this production-focused role, you’ll perform upholstery and assembly tasks with a strong emphasis on quality and consistency, including:

• Remove, install, rework, and adjust leather and fabric covers on aircraft seats, divans, and related components

• Interpret cover patterns and production instructions to perform sewing functions

• Cut leather and fabric using patterns and specifications

• Set up and operate industrial sewing machines, including changing thread, bobbins, and needles

• Perform single and double top-stitching on leather and fabric with high precision

• Prepare sewing pieces for Master Seamstress review

• Inspect materials and finished products for defects, stains, or damage

• Mark products and components with identifying information

• Compare materials and finished products to specifications and quality standards

• Utilize small hand tools and production equipment as required

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area

• Perform other duties as assigned to support production goals

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• Ability to read and interpret production instructions, patterns, and safety documentation

• Basic math skills for measurements, ratios, and calculations

• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity

• Ability to perform repetitive production work with consistent quality
  
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Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of upholstery or sewing experience

• Experience in automotive, furniture, marine, or aerospace upholstery

• Familiarity with industrial sewing machines, grommet machines, or heat seal equipment

• Experience working in regulated or production manufacturing environments

Physical & Work Environment Requirements

• Frequent use of hands for handling, sewing, and material manipulation

• Ability to sit, stand, reach, and occasionally stoop or kneel

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

• Work in a moderate-noise production environment with moving mechanical parts

Why Join PDS Tech Commercial

At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect skilled trades professionals with industry-leading aerospace companies where craftsmanship truly matters. You’ll work in a supportive, team-oriented environment with clear quality expectations, steady schedules, and opportunities to grow your skills in aviation interiors. We value precision, pride in workmanship, and a commitment to excellence.

Ready to Put Your Craft to Work?

If you’re a detail-oriented upholsterer ready to bring high-quality aircraft interiors to life, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join PDS Tech Commercial and help shape the passenger experience—one stitch at a time.

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