Aviation Mechanical Drafter – Aircraft Systems & FAA-Ready

Air Methods; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

United Rotorcraft, based in Englewood, Colorado, is seeking a Mechanical Drafter to join the Engineering team and create detailed drawings for aircraft modification and manufacturing projects.

You will work with FAA/MIL standards, support design changes, and collaborate across engineering to move drawings from concept to finished aircraft. This role offers aviation-focused growth opportunities and a structured benefits package.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in design engineering/drafting or equivalent.
• 5–10 years’ experience with aircraft mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Drafts mechanical drawings to facilitate installation in aircraft according to FAA Regulations and MIL specifications.
• Provides technical support to the Mechanical Design Engineer/Project Engineer with respect to project deliverables and schedules.
• Supports design modifications, Engineering Change Orders, and prototype development.
• Consults with aircraft/vendor reps to resolve problems.
• Assists on installation activities and data planning in drawing packages; modifies existing products as needed.
• Checks drawings generated by other drafters.
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling <1%.

Skills

Interpret aircraft manuals

FAA certification processes

Procedures adherence

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Education

Associate degree in design engineering/drafting

5–10 years relevant aircraft experience

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

United Rotorcraft, based in Englewood, Colorado, is seeking a Mechanical Drafter to join the Engineering team and create detailed drawings for aircraft modification and manufacturing projects.

You will work with FAA/MIL standards, support design changes, and collaborate across engineering to move drawings from concept to finished aircraft. This role offers aviation-focused growth opportunities and a structured benefits package.