Aviation Jobs in Colorado Springs, CO

Position Title / Department : Aviation Technical Writer / Engineering

Location : Colorado Springs, CO, USA (hybrid)

Reports to : VP of Engineering

Employment Status : Full-Time

FLSA Status : Exempt

Company Description

PteroDynamics Inc. designs autonomous vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft systems that fly faster and go farther to reach remote locations without runways, even in harsh conditions. PteroDynamics’ Transwing® aircraft is unlike any other VTOL system, performing like a great fixed-wing aircraft with superb VTOL capabilities. Transwing aircraft unfold their wings to transition smoothly and quickly between vertical and horizontal flight, overcoming limitations inherent in traditional VTOL designs by combining the speed, range, and endurance of fixed-wing aircraft with superior VTOL performance in an efficient, highly automated platform. The Transwing is ideal for automating time-sensitive delivery of critical high-value payloads to hard-to-reach locations, including maritime logistics support, payload delivery to remote locations without airstrips, and reconnaissance and surveillance. Seeing is believing. Visit PteroDynamics.com for details and videos.

Position Summary

PteroDynamics is seeking a mid-career Technical Writer to create and maintain high-quality Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) technical documentation for our unmanned aircraft systems, products, and processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background and experience translating complex engineering concepts into clear, concise, and user-friendly materials. You will work closely with engineers, program managers, and other stakeholders to ensure documentation aligns with industry standards and meets the needs of internal teams, customers, and regulatory bodies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following :

• Create, edit, and update technical documentation for aerospace systems and products, including design specifications, system operation manuals, maintenance manuals, and compliance documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers, system architects, program managers, operators, and regulatory experts to gather detailed technical information and ensure the accuracy of all content.
• Ensure compliance with aerospace standards and regulations (e.g., AS9100, ATA 100, FAA, EASA) in all technical documentation.
• Produce diagrams, schematics, and visual aids to enhance understanding of complex aerospace systems and workflows.
• Maintain and manage documentation repositories, ensuring controlled and up-to-date versions are available to all stakeholders.
• Translate engineering data (e.g., CAD models, test results, specifications) into user-friendly manuals, process documentation, and reports.
• Work closely with quality assurance and regulatory teams to prepare documentation required for certifications and audits.
• Support bid and proposal development efforts by preparing technical content for RFPs, SOWs, and customer-facing materials.
• Continuously improve documentation processes to meet evolving aerospace industry requirements and customer expectations.
• Work independently and as part of a team to help build and revise a set of technical publications from engineering, manufacturing, flight, and supplier data.
• Develop illustrated parts catalogs from engineering drawings, blueprints, manufacturing data, bills of material, and supplier data using the industry system of indenture.
• Create line art to illustrate aircraft parts and assemblies for use in aircraft technical manuals, parts catalogs and other related publications (highly desirable).
• Develop isometric technical illustrations from scratch using basic technical illustration principles (highly desirable).
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Other Qualifications & Desired Competencies

Company Values

Framework for our Values :

People : We value relationships with our colleagues and customers while embracing and upholding the worth of every individual

Excellence : We have a mindset of excellence at all times

Accountability : We believe the foundation of trust is accountability

Knowledge : We believe that innovation and success depend on gaining, documenting and sharing knowledge

What We Offer

At PteroDynamics, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the future of aerial technology through creativity and innovation. The company offers a comprehensive compensation package, which includes a competitive salary, stock options, company-sponsored medical insurance, dental, vision, term life insurance with an AD&D rider, 401(k) plan with up to 3% matching by the company, long-term disability, paid time off, paid holidays, paid sick time, and a collaborative inclusive working environment in an exciting, growing startup company.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

PteroDynamics is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable. If you're ready to join us in reshaping the future of UAVs, we encourage you to apply for this position and bring your unique technical brilliance to our team.