Relief Pilot | Helicopter

Position Summary

The Relief Pilot manages the safe and efficient conduct of each flight assignment in an Air Medical helicopter operation, flying single-pilot IFR in actual instrument conditions to support patient transport.

Schedule

• Full-time (1.0 FTE), 80 hours per two-week pay period.
• Day/night 12-hour rotations; every other weekend.
• No call requirement; on-site.

Responsibilities

• Operate the aircraft safely and efficiently.
• Conduct single-pilot IFR captain duties in actual IMC.
• Meet all regulatory and operational standards.

Requirements

• FAA Commercial Rotorcraft Certificate (ATP preferred).
• Helicopter Instrument Rating.
• FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• 1,500 helicopter hours, or 2,000 total with a minimum 1,200 helicopter.
• 1,000 hours PIC in rotorcraft.
• 500 cross-country hours.
• 75 actual/simulated instrument hours (50 in actual flight).
• 500 turbine hours.
• 50 unaided night hours (if 100+ aided hours logged).
• Valid state driver's license.
• Pass drug and alcohol screening.
• High school diploma or GED.

Preferred Qualifications

• ATP certification (preferred over commercial).

Benefits

• $15,000 sign-on bonus (with repayment commitment).
• $30,000 retention bonus after 3 years.
• Health and welfare packages.
• 401(k) match or pension.
• Generous paid time off.
• Adoption reimbursement, childcare discount, tuition reimbursement.
• 24/7 fitness center; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.