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Job Summary

Responsible for generation of technical content in support of installation, maintenance, and repair activity by developing and maintaining technical publication documents in compliance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)/Organization Designation Authorization (ODA), Air Methods/United Rotorcraft, and industry requirements.  Provide quality oversight of technical publications for initial submittal through final approval.  Assist with development and implementation of department procedures and training. 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:  

• Research and interpret engineering drawings and technical documents to create and maintain technical publications to support Air Methods/United Rotorcraft products
• Work independently and as part of a team to develop technical manuals (e.g., AFM, AMM/ICA, CMM, WDM, SRM) and service documents from engineering, manufacturing, and supplier data
• Support Certification, Engineering, and other departments by preparing and/or formatting/editing documents to ensure compliance with company procedures and applicable regulatory/industry guidance
• Work to continuously improve Air Methods/United Rotorcraft technical documents by performing quality checks of work for accuracy and consistency
• Create and maintain procedures, style guides, and templates used for technical content generation
• Develop, maintain, and provide training for technical content generators, reviewers, and consumers
• Provide quoted hours for assigned work tasks
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Requirements

• Regular scheduled attendance
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling <5%

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position.  All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.   

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position. 

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A. / B.S.) in Technical Communications or technical field (engineering, science) or equivalent from four-year college or university and five years’ related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of technical writing experience in the aerospace industry creating content for aerospace technical manuals and service documents
• Strong understanding of FAA regulations and guidance as they apply to aircraft operations (14 CFR Part 91/135), maintenance (14 CFR Part 43), and design certification (14 CFR Part 21/23/25/27/29)
• Knowledge of aircraft systems and technical documentation, including airplane maintenance manuals, flight/operator manuals, illustrated parts catalogs, and installation instructions

Skills

Computer Skills

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Required – None
• Preferred – Affiliations with aerospace industry standards and advocacy bodies (ASTM, SAE, GAMA, etc.)
• Preferred –ASD-STE100 Simplified Technical English (STE) accreditation or equivalent

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here. 

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)