Technical Publications Lead

At ZeroAvia, we’re clean sky thinkers. For the world to achieve truly clean, guilt-free flight, we need a scalable solution;

hydrogen-electric powertrains. As a leader in zero-emission aviation and a UK Jet Zero Council member, we’re designing and commercialising hydrogen-powered solutions that will positively impact the future of aviation, global connectivity, and the world.

You will become a solution-focused champion in our high-velocity culture. We value results and efficiency and prioritise achieving our mission most effectively and innovatively possible.

You’ll be part of our unified team to create solutions and solve problems, If you’re eager to take radical ownership and are unafraid to ask questions or challenge the status quo, then we want you to be part of our Clean Sky Thinking.

Role Overview

The technical publications lead will take ownership of developing and delivering technical documentation in support of ZeroAvia’s propulsion development programs.

The role will be centered around providing the Instructions for Continued Airworthiness (ICA) manual set as well as other required product manuals and documentation to fulfil Type Certification Requirements.

This function engages with design and product support from within the engineering organization to ensure delivery and continued airworthiness of ZeroAvia’s product line.

Responsibilities :

• The technical publications process for ZeroAvia and its product lines.
• Completing complex engineering research, development and certification requirements for authoring and illustrating technical publications.
• Leading the creation of manuals according to a defined process by cross-collaboration with relevant technical teams.
• Delivery and ongoing support of the required technical publication, including ICA and non-ICA documentation, necessary for product type certification.
• Coordinate with ZeroAvia supply chain personnel on the acceptance and delivery of supplier Component Maintenance Manuals (CMM).
• Definition and creation of service plans for ZeroAvia’s product line including the delivery of commercial service products such as Illustrated Part Catalogues (IPC) and Illustrated Tools and Equipment Manual (ITEM).
• Establish milestones and monitor adherence to master plans and schedules both internally and for external vendor’s providing technical authoring services, ensuring that scope, budget, and performance targets are being met.
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining the documentation portal through which customers, regulators and ZeroAvia staff can securely access documentations and review changes.

Requirements

• 5 or more years in the civil or defence aviation industry.
• Electric propulsion experience is a major plus.
• Subject Matter expert on industry specifications : ATA iSpec2200 and S1000D.
• Experience working with Common Source Databases (CSDBs).
• Familiarity with SGML / XML.
• Familiarity of publishing ITEPs and paper-based publications.
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma Principles (Green, Black, or Master Black Belt certification a plus).
• Excellent interpersonal skills, as well as good written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent level of spoken and written English (additional languages a plus).
• Ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a small team
• B.S. in Aviation, Engineering, or related field
• Mechanical aptitude with experience and knowledge of manufacture, operation, and maintenance practices for aircraft systems.
• Able to travel internationally on occasion

Benefits

he wage scale or salary range for this position is between $140,000 - $150,000. In addition to the foregoing base compensation, additional compensation and benefits are available to employees and eligible family members (as applicable) including the following :

Bonus : Annual discretionary bonuses.

Equity : Ability to exercise company stock options

Retirement : Eligible to participate in the company's 401(k) Plan, with up to a 4% matching

Health Insurance : Employer covers up to 80% of the employee's monthly premiums on medical, dental, and vision.

Life Insurance : Basic Life / AD&D of up to $50,000 and the option to add on Supplemental Coverage.

Short-Term Disability : Up to 60% of your earnings for up to a period of 24 weeks.

Long-Term Disability : If your disability extends beyond 180 days, LTD Coverage for up to 60% of your earnings.

Paid Time Off : Eligible employees may accrue up to 120 hours per year (15 days) and may borrow up to 40 hours (5 days).

Sick Time : Eligible employees may accrue up to 40 hours, per year (5 days)

Paid Holidays : 12 observed holidays, per calendar year.

The Fly Club : up to $2,000 of reimbursement towards flying lessons to all full-time staff

Please note, among other factors, the compensation offered may vary based on work location, experience, qualifications, specialties, training, and then-current market and business considerations