Helicopter Pilot (SPIFR)

Job type
Full Time
Category
Air Medical
Position
Captain, Helicopter Pilot
Pay
USD 157,322–173,069 per year
Posted
September 23, 2026

Position Summary

The Helicopter Pilot provides single-pilot IFR medical air transportation in an Air Medical (HAA/HEMS) operation, working with a team of medical experts to safely transport patients where every second counts, on a 7/7 rotation with on-duty housing provided.

Schedule

  • Full-time, 7/7 rotation.
  • On-duty housing provided.

Responsibilities

  • Work with a team of medical experts to safely transport customers to and from locations and facilities.
  • Ensure aircraft readiness per applicable manuals, including all FAR and company requirements, plus aircraft cleanliness duties.
  • Maintain accurate company and regulatory documentation and recordkeeping.
  • Communicate and collaborate with dispatch, flight crews, facilities, and partners.
  • Provide shift-change information to the successive pilot and team.
  • Maintain required certifications and ongoing training.

Requirements

  • Current FAA Commercial Rotorcraft Certificate.
  • Helicopter instrument rating.
  • Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
  • 2,000 total flight hours.
  • 2,000 helicopter hours.
  • 1,000 helicopter PIC hours.
  • 1,000 turbine helicopter hours.
  • 200 helicopter night flight hours (aided or unaided).
  • 100 cumulative instrument flight hours.
  • 230-pound weight limit with flight gear.

Preferred Qualifications

  • EC135/H135 aircraft experience.
  • High school diploma/equivalent or higher.

Benefits

  • Up to $110,000 bonus potential.
  • On-duty housing.
  • Up to half the year at home (7/7).

Compensation

  • $157,322–$173,069, bonus eligible ($280,000 total potential).