Also called: Aircraft Upholsterer, Cabin Interior Mechanic
Repairs and installs seats, carpets, galleys, bins, and luxury interiors in airliners and private jets.
One day you replace torn seat covers on an airliner overnight; the next you install custom leather and wood trim in a private jet. Everything must meet strict fire-safety rules.
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Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 0 years after high school. On-the-job training; upholstery or cabinetry skills help.
Ways in: On-the-job training, Trade school. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Majors to look at: Upholstery (trade), Cabinetmaking (trade).
Growing about average. Steady, with growth in private jet refurbishment.
Low risk for 10 years. Custom seats, galleys and luxury cabins are handwork; AI only helps with drawings.
Age 18+. One way to start: Apply to aircraft interior shops or repair stations as a helper; upholstery or woodshop skills help
Classes: Woodshop or cabinetry, Sewing or fashion class, Geometry.
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