Senior Technical Curriculum Developer

San Mateo, California, United States - Full-time

Skydio is the leading US drone company and the world leader in autonomous flight, the key technology for the future of drones and aerial mobility. The Skydio team combines deep expertise in artificial intelligence, best‑in‑class hardware and software product development, operational excellence, and customer obsession to empower a broader, more diverse audience of drone users. From utility inspectors to first responders, soldiers in battlefield scenarios and beyond.

We are looking for a career‑level Senior Technical Curriculum Developer to join our team and own the development of high‑quality technical curricula for our safety‑critical, industrial‑grade certification programming. This role is ideal for an experienced curriculum developer with experience in defense, aerospace, or industrial OEM environments who is looking to expand into content strategy and program evaluation.

This individual will work cross‑functionally with Engineering, Product Management, Field Services, Operations, Technical Writing and Multimedia teams to transform complex technical concepts into comprehensive curricula comprising both educational and skills‑based objectives for field‑based service providers, technical support teams, and technical stakeholders at customer sites. The ideal candidate is self‑directed, thrives in fast‑paced environments, and is passionate about developing educational experiences that equip trainees with technical skillsets for high‑risk environments.

• Conduct domain‑driven research, data analysis and program evaluation on an iterative & continuous basis to assess program efficacy, skills gaps, and operational risk.
• Design comprehensive technical curricula for field‑based service providers, technical support teams, and technical stakeholders at customer sites related to the installation, maintenance, repair and operation of Skydio’s sUAS flight systems.
• Collaborate closely with Product Design, Engineering, Reliability, Product Managers, Field Services, Regulatory Affairs, Legal, Operations, and industry‑based subject matter experts (SMEs) to design educational and practical curricula that prepare field‑based teams for safe, compliant, and efficient operations.
• Collaborate closely with Training Operations and Technical Instructors to align curricula with business requirements.
• Design and author skill evaluation rubrics & knowledge assessment.

• 3–6 years of experience (5+ preferred) in technical writing, particularly in safety‑critical, industrial, or defense‑focused environments.
• Demonstrated experience working with technical teams to convert PRDs, user stories, and technical specs into end‑user documentation.
• Strong portfolio showcasing work in industrial or OEM settings with complex systems.
• Ability to author across multiple content types, including manuals, reference guides, white papers, 2D/3D visual content, and interactive training assets.
• Deep understanding of documentation control processes and content lifecycle management.
• Experience applying industrial regulations and standards including FAA, OSHA, NFPA, IEEE, ASCE, NIST, CJIS, and others to the design, development, and evaluation of technical curricula.
• Professional conduct and experience working with cross‑functional stakeholders, including executives.
• Comfortable operating independently and owning end‑to‑end curriculum development projects.
• Bonus:
  Experience with XML/DITA, content management systems, and tools like Mad Cap Flare, Frame Maker, Solid Works Composer, or similar.

At Skydio, you’ll help shape the future of autonomous flight technology. You’ll work alongside world‑class engineers and domain experts, and you’ll be given ownership and autonomy to grow into a leadership role. We offer competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and an opportunity to make a tangible impact in an industry poised for massive growth.

At Skydio, our compensation packages for regular, full‑time employees include competitive base salaries, equity in the form of stock options, and comprehensive benefits packages. Compensation…