Aircraft Interior / Cabin Specialist in Farnborough

Vista is the world’s leading global business aviation company, providing worldwide business flight services through its network of subsidiaries and a team of over 4,000 experts. A global group headquartered in Dubai, Vista integrates a unique portfolio of companies to offer asset‑free services that cover all key aspects of business aviation, including guaranteed and on‑demand global flight coverage, subscription and membership solutions, and trading and management services.

Working at Vista means stepping into an environment where you’re trusted with real autonomy and responsibility from day one. Whether you're keeping our aircraft airworthy, flying our clients across the globe, or working in one of our corporate teams, you’ll move fast, deliver impact quickly, and grow through hands-on learning and close collaboration within a supportive global community. You’ll play an active role in shaping a transforming organization by improving processes, challenging norms, and driving meaningful change. And throughout, you’ll take pride in making the impossible possible for a worldwide client base.

Together you’ll build something extraordinary alongside colleagues who navigate challenges together, celebrate progress, and consistently raise the bar.

Vista Aircraft Maintenance provides both line and base maintenance for the fleet. The team ensures aircraft safety, reliability, and availability through rigorous standards, proactive maintenance, and a global network of facilities. Working across different specialties, VAM prepares aircraft for every flight with a focus on precision, quality, and compliance. By maintaining the highest standards in both safety and attention to detail, the team plays a critical role in ensuring consistent fleet performance and a seamless client experience.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-focused Aircraft Interior / Cabin Specialist to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with experience in wood finishing, lacquer spraying, painting, or similar hands‑on craftsmanship to develop specialist skills within the private aviation sector. Previous aircraft interior experience is not essential, however, a strong background in working with wood, lacquer, laminates, painting, or similar materials is required. Full training will be provided for component/material‑specific tasks. This role offers excellent long‑term career progression and the chance to work both in the UK and abroad.

Your Responsibilities:

• Repairing lacquer finishes to a high cosmetic standard
• Spraying lacquer and refinishing interior components
• Sanding and polishing lacquered surfaces
• Repairing, applying and replacing laminate foil
• Removing and refitting aircraft cabin interiors
• Carrying out composite repairs
• Adjusting and aligning cabin fittings
• Working with basic hand tools and heavy workshop machinery confidently and safely
• Ensuring all work meets high quality and safety standards
• Completing tasks efficiently while maintaining exceptional attention to detail

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:

• Experience in wood finishing, lacquer spraying, painting, laminating, or similar hands‑on practical trades
• Confident use of basic hand tools
• Strong work ethic, flexibility and commitment to completing tasks effectively
• Positive attitude toward learning and self‑improvement
• Willingness and ability to travel and work abroad occasionally
• Physically capable of working within aircraft cabins (confined and awkward spaces)
• Full, valid UK driving licence
• Strong team player with good communication skills