Upholstery - Panel Cover Tech

Upholstery - Panel Cover Tech

Job Description:

Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Aircraft Panel Cover Technician to join our corporate aircraft interior team. The successful candidate will specialize in the layout, covering, and installation of soft goods on sidewalls, dado panels, PSU panels, window panels, bulkheads, and doors. Youll be responsible for achieving flawless material fit, seam alignment, and pattern match across large cabin surfaces while meeting FAA flammability standards and OEM finish requirements. Key Responsibilities Panel Covering & Assembly Wrap, bond, and finish composite and aluminum interior panels with leather, ultra-leather, vinyl, fabric, and acoustic materials per engineering drawings Perform precise layout and pattern matching across multiple adjoining panels to maintain grain direction, seam continuity, and visual flow through the cabin Fabricate and install welting, reveal strips, accent inserts, and feature stitching on sidewalls, bulkheads, and PSU panels Material Prep & Substrate Work Inspect and prep panel substrates: clean, scuff, fill, and prime surfaces to ensure proper adhesion and finish quality Cut and fit foam, scrim, sound-dampening layers, and fire-block materials to panels prior to cover installation Layout patterns for optimal material yield; inspect hides/fabrics for defects, shade variation, and stretch direction before cutting Removal & Installation Remove and reinstall covered panels in aircraft, ensuring alignment to reveals, monuments, and window lines without gaps or distortion Protect adjacent wood veneer, plating, and painted surfaces during R&R; verify proper fastener engagement and torque Set PSU panels, gaspers, lights, and switches through pre-cut openings with clean, finished edges Quality & Compliance Inspect all covered panels for wrinkles, glue bleed, delamination, seam alignment, and cosmetic defects prior to install Ensure all materials, adhesives, and constructions comply with

FAR 25.853 FAA

flammability and traceability requirements Complete work orders, material burn tags, and conformity paperwork accurately and on time Communication Coordinate with engineering, cabinet shop, and sewing teams on panel fit issues, pattern changes, and interface details Communicate progress, discrepancies, and ETAs to team leads; support customer walk-throughs for pattern/layout approvals Requirements Experience 3+ years hands-on experience covering aircraft interior panels in corporate or general aviation required Technical Skills Expert ability to read engineering drawings, panel maps, work instructions, and mylar patterns Proficient with contact adhesives, spray equipment, heat guns, stretch techniques, and hand tools for panel wrapping Strong knowledge of substrate prep, adhesive open times, and prevention of telegraphing, bridging, and delamination Familiarity with FAA burn requirements, approved adhesives/materials, and acoustic/thermal panel constructions Skilled in pattern matching across large surfaces and maintaining straight sight lines in the cabin Core Competencies Exceptional eye for detail, symmetry, and surface finish &8212; panels are the largest visual surface in the cabin Strong spatial reasoning to handle compound curves, returns, and cutouts Ability to work clean and protect Class A surfaces throughout the process Self-starter who can meet deadlines on large shipsets with minimal rework Performance Expectations

Quality Workmanship:

Seamless visual flow, zero wrinkles/bridges, and panels that install first time with correct gaps/reveals

Efficiency:

Meet TAKT times for panel shipsets; minimize material waste and adhesive rework

Safety:

PPE and ventilation requirements for adhesives, solvents, and dust from panel prep

Customer Service:

Deliver a cabin environment where every seam and material transition looks intentional and premium Work Environment

Schedule:

Flexible schedule required; evenings/weekends during major completions or AOG support

Physical Demands:

Lift 50 lbs, handle 8-12 ft panels, bend/kneel in cabins, and perform detailed handwork overhead and at angles

Travel:

May travel with aircraft for on-site panel installations, removals, or field repairs Why ACES Time and a half overtime pay Full max per diem benefits Paycheck advances Vacation bonus Life insurance Referral bonus program 401K 6 paid holidays Now (Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated/distributed without explicit consent of ) Now Job Info Location Wichita, Kansas, United States Type Permanent Company Details Aviation Consulting Experts, Inc. 1953 Golden Heights Rd, Ste 1901 Fort Worth, Texas 76177 USA aviationaces.net 86 Open Jobs Available Aviation Consulting Experts, Inc. ACES mission is to provide our clients the very best to complete aircraft programs and projects while saving time and money.

Benefits:

upon request