Helicopter Pilot | Air Ambulance

Position Summary

The Helicopter Pilot provides rotorcraft pilot services supporting air ambulance operations under Part 135, with regular use of IFR infrastructure and night vision imaging systems. The pilot is responsible for maintaining aviation safety, supporting patient-focused operations, participating in the Safety Management System, and maintaining professional flight standards across assigned operations.

Schedule

• Full-time, 0.9 FTE / 36 hours per week.
• Three 12.25-hour shifts per week.
• Day and night shifts.
• Two weekends out of five.
• Scheduled shifts at non-primary bases may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide rotorcraft pilot services supporting air ambulance operations.
• Cover pilot shifts at non-primary bases when necessary.
• Follow established aviation safety practices and support the Culture of Safety.
• Regularly utilize IFR infrastructure and night vision imaging systems as standard flight practices.
• Actively participate in the Safety Management System (SMS).
• Participate in annual simulation training.
• Perform additional duties necessary to support the air carrier certificate for Part 135 operations.
• Maintain clear communication, effective handoffs, attention to detail, and a safety-focused operating environment.

Requirements

• Commercial Pilot Certificate (CPL) – Rotorcraft.
• Helicopter Instrument Rating.
• Second Class Medical.
• 2,000 Total Helicopter Flight Hours.
• 1,000 Helicopter PIC.
• 1,000 Turbine.
• 200 Helicopter Night Flight Hours, aided and/or unaided.
• Pilot weight must not exceed 250 pounds / 114 kilograms.
• Must successfully complete the required federal-level background screening.
• This is an FAA safety-sensitive position.

Preferred Qualifications

• EC-145 experience.
• Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.
• Rotorcraft currency at time of application.
• NVIS experience.
• Single-pilot IFR experience.
• 75 Actual Weather or Simulated Weather Flight Hours.

Benefits

• Medical plan options.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• HSA and FSA options for eligible expenses.
• Competitive retirement package.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.