Interiors Shop Supervisor - VIP

Summary

Highly skilled and detail-oriented Aviation VVIP Upholstery Supervisor to oversee and manage high-end interior upholstery and cabinetry work on VVIP aircraft. This role requires expertise in panel covering, carpet and non-textile flooring (NTF) installation, carpet surging, and sewing. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aviation interior completions, with a focus on quality craftsmanship, team leadership, and adherence to regulatory and safety standards.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all aspects of VVIP aircraft upholstery projects including:
  • Panel covering: Fitment and application of premium materials (e.g., leather, fabric, suede) to various aircraft panels.
  • Carpet and NTF installation: Accurate layout, trimming, and bonding of carpets and non-textile flooring in cabins and crew areas.
  • Carpet surging: Ensure high-quality edge finishing of carpets with appropriate binding or stitching methods.
  • Sewing: Direct and participate in the sewing of seat covers, curtains, cushions, and other soft goods using industrial sewing machines.
  • Cabinet repair / finish: Perform VVIP cabinet and finish repairs as assigned.
• Supervise a team of upholsterers, providing guidance, training, and quality control to ensure all tasks meet VVIP and OEM standards.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Quality Assurance, and Project Management teams to ensure timely and compliant execution of work orders.
• Review drawings, specifications, and work instructions to plan materials and workflow.
• Conduct in-process and final inspections to verify workmanship and material integrity.
• Maintain accurate records of labor, materials, and time tracking for each project.
• Ensure all safety and regulatory requirements are met within the upholstery work area.
• Support aircraft completion activities as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Greenpoint Aerospace Core Competencies

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and accepts constructive criticism/feedback and changes approach or method to best fit the situation.
• Communications - Expresses ideas and thoughts effectively in verbal and written form, exhibits good listening and comprehension, and keeps others informed and uses appropriate communication methods.
• Dependability - Responds to requests for service and assistance, follows instruction and responds to management direction, takes responsibility for own actions and doing the best job possible, keeps commitments, and maintains reliable attendance.
• Initiative - Sets and achieves challenging goals, demonstrates persistence, and overcomes obstacles, measures self against standard of excellence, recognizes and acts on opportunities, and takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities, exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to building a positive team spirit, and puts success of team above own interests.
• Work Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, displays commitment to excellence, looks for ways to improve and promote quality, applies feedback to improve performance, and monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety – You observe safety and security procedures, you determine appropriate action beyond guidelines, you use equipment and materials properly, and you report potentially unsafe conditions.

Summary of Education, Experience & Certification

High School diploma or equivalent required.  Minimum of three years’ experience preferred.  Minimum eight years’ experience in aviation upholstery with at least two years’ experience in a supervisory or lead role required.

This safety-sensitive position is covered by the Department of Transportation's (DOT) Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment drug testing. Persons occupying a "safety-sensitive” position will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing. Post-accident, reasonable cause, and return-to-duty tests may also be required based on specific circumstances.

Employees working on programs subject to International Traffic in Arms Regulations must qualify as a US Person which is defined as a US Citizen, a Permanent Resident who does not work for a foreign company/foreign government/foreign governmental agency or organization, or a political asylee for legal compliance purposes.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• High level of expertise in high-end/VVIP aircraft interiors and materials.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and installation instructions.
• Strong knowledge of FAA/EASA regulations related to aircraft interiors and materials.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team in a high-paced, quality-driven environment.
• Ability to manage and report to assigned department / project budgets.
• Excellent attention to detail, craftsmanship, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Ability to work other shifts as required.

Physical Requirements

• Able to comply with DOT/FAA Drug and Alcohol Testing Program.
• Able to climb and work on step stools and/or ladders.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. without assistance/able to lift up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Able to reach overhead.
• Able to work in a non-dust-free environment.
• Normal or corrected vision (required to perform exacting tasks).
• Full range of motion with both hands.
• Ability to work in a stooping, kneeling or standing position and in cramped areas.

The expected WA salary range for this position is between $90,000.00 - $124,000.00 USD. Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education, location, and other factors permitted by law. Our suite of comprehensive benefits include healthcare (medical, dental & vision), life insurance, paid time off, and a 401(k) savings plan with company match.

About Greenpoint Technologies 
Greenpoint delivers nose-to-tail VIP Jet aircraft interiors for private clients and Heads-of-State.  We are proud to be known in the aerospace industry for our design and engineering innovation, award-winning company culture, and on-time delivery of our beautiful products. We use leading-edge tools and employee-built processes to deliver extraordinary, one-of-a-kind custom aircraft interiors.  It’s complex work, but we work smart.  In return for hard work, collaboration, and creativity, our people experience a culture custom built for high achievers:

• Big jobs and stretch assignments.
• High accountability environment, with transparent decisions aligned to values, open communication, and engaged leadership.
• Ability to make a big, visible impact on the end product. 

We welcome diverse contributions and provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.