Senior Aerospace Technical Writer
- Pay
- $105,000 – $115,000 per year
- Location
- South Burlington, VT · On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Level
- Senior
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Listed
- 30 days ago
Skills & highlights for this role
- S1000D
- CSDB administration
- FAA/EASA technical publications
- XML authoring
Also useful
- ASD-STE100
- MSG-3
- Catia
Stated benefits & perks
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Disability
- Parental leave
How you will contribute to revolutionizing electric aviation
- Writing, peer reviewing and editing content for engine/aircraft technical manuals compliant with S1000D / ASD-STE100 Simplified Technical English
- Using S1000D tools to manage effectivity/applicability
- Engaging with BETA subject matter experts (SMEs) in various engineering disciplines to obtain source data, observe procedures when possible, and revise content per SME reviews
- Extracting technical data from engineering drawings, specifications, and CAD models
- Working with technical illustrators, providing markups and other information for graphics
- Using collaboration tools for document workflow tracking
- Meeting project deadlines
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (engineering or aerospace-related field is a plus)
- At least five years of experience authoring S1000D documentation for aerospace, including relevant CSDB administration and peer review experience.
- Deep knowledge of effectivity/applicability in S1000D
- Demonstrated experience with aerospace technical publications subject to approval by aviation regulatory authorities (FAA, EASA)
- Experience coordinating with engineers to extract and validate technical information
- Proficiency in XML authoring and CSDB management
- Familiarity with collaboration tools (Microsoft SharePoint, Slack, Jira/Confluence)
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
- Ability to identify roadblocks and find solutions
- Strong track record of mentoring writers and illustrators on S1000D publications
- Thoughtfully curious about leveraging AI in technical publications
Above and Beyond Qualifications
- Industry leadership experience
- Maintenance training curriculum development
- Microsoft Access database proficiency
- Catia /3DX experience
- DoD or military technical writing experience
- Maintenance experience
- MSG-3 experience
- A passion for AI
Additional information
The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay and we're happy to discuss during the interview process.
Compensation $105,000—$115,000 USD
Build electric airplanes with us!
BETA offers a competitive Total Compensation package designed to support you now and as you grow with us. This role includes both Restricted Stock Units and Performance Stock Units for all full-time team members, so everyone shares in our success. You'll have access to onsite healthcare in Vermont, comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid parental leave. We also take care of the everyday details with daily lunch provided, and yes-flight lessons are part of the experience, along with a range of additional perks that make work here genuinely rewarding.
We encourage all driven candidates to apply, even if they do not meet every listed qualification.
About BETA Technologies
At BETA Technologies, we apply our intellectual curiosity, passion for aviation, and commitment to sustainability toward a shared mission of revolutionizing electric aviation. Regardless of the position one holds, each team member brings their talent and desire to positively impact the environment and lives of others in a refreshing, vibrant, and inclusive culture.
We're seeking a talented senior technical writer and reviewer with extensive aerospace industry experience. who is also a capable CSDB (common-source data base) administrator. Deep expertise in the S1000D specification, to produce maintenance, flight and other manuals, is essential. An ideal candidate also will have experience managing project scope, as well as excellent communications skills and a collaborative attitude.
This role involves working closely with other team members: the Technical Publications team lead, other technical writers, technical illustrators and subject matter experts, typically engineers in various disciplines. We want someone who prizes accuracy and thoroughness and would enjoy working in a dynamic environment.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. BETA complies with all applicable federal, state and local non-discrimination laws and does not tolerate discrimination of any kind in our workplace.
Employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. BETA Technologies participates in E-Verify.
From BETA Technologies's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on October 10, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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Common questions
What is the salary for the Senior Aerospace Technical Writer role at BETA Technologies?
The Senior Aerospace Technical Writer posting at BETA Technologies states compensation of $105,000 – $115,000 per year. It is listed as a full-time position. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on BETA Technologies's official career site.
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This Senior Aerospace Technical Writer position at BETA Technologies is located in South Burlington, VT (On-site). Always check BETA Technologies's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.
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