Upholsterer

Responsibilities for this Position

Location: Basel, CH
Flexible Work Arrangement: Onsite
Career Level: Technicians / Crew
Requisition Id: 2880


Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been crafting flight in its smoothest form. From one hangar in Basel, Switzerland, to some 4,000 employees, and some 50 locations worldwide. Aircraft Management, Aircraft Sales, Charter, Completions, Defence, FBO, Fixed and Rotary Wing Maintenance, and Staffing. Behind every seamless Jet Aviation experience, is a team of dedicated professionals perfecting the art of flight. The artisans of aviation. The craft that brings our customers' journey to life. In the hangar, on the ground, and behind the scenes. Enabling global flight, with passion.

Position Summary

*This position is part of our late work pattern, 5 days per week (14.00 p.m. till 11.00 p.m., Monday to Friday). It will be compensated attractively.*

Are you passionate about craftsmanship and luxury design?
At Jet Aviation we do not just upholster seats; we craft bespoke experiences. Every seat, sofa and panel is a masterpiece, crafted with expertise and passion. As an upholsterer you will turn our customers' dreams into reality.

Your mission

• Co-create Bespoke Designs: collaborate with customers to design custom demo seats.
• Master Craftsmanship: use CNC technology to sculpt seat foams jigs with exacting precision, and cut and sew the finest materials.
• Artisan Assembly: assemble and install seat covers and foam builds, transforming raw materials into finished works of art.
• Refine & Restore: strip, clean, and recover soft goods, ensuring each headliner, window panel and decorative piece is flawless.
• Quality Assurance: keep an eye on the project status ensuring excellent quality.

What we offer

• An exciting and challenging job in a dynamic environment
• Various opportunities for professional and personal development
• Working with the latest technologies and tools
• A motivated and cheerful team that looks forward to working with you
• Our events are great! We also have lots of fun together outside of working hours

Your profile

• Completed apprenticeship as an Upholsterer or equivalent diploma
• Several years of professional experience in the aviation, yachting, craft, or automotive industry is a plus
• In-depth knowledge with various materials, like leather, fabric, silk and Ultraleather
• Always happy to support and collaborate with others
• Being at ease in using computer systems
• Fluent in English, German and/or French is a plus

If you are interested in a multicultural, challenging and innovative working environment and your profile matches our requirements, we are looking forward to receiving your online application in English.


Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Jet Aviation, where individuals are hired, employed, recognized, and advance based upon their individual skills and abilities and without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, age, religion, physical or mental disability status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), status as a protected veteran or any status or characteristic protected from employment discrimination under applicable federal, state and local laws (EEO status). This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, promotions, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, and opportunities for training and advancement.

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