Rotor Wing Pilot | Helicopter

Position Summary

The Rotor Wing Pilot serves as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) supporting emergency and non-emergency air medical transport operations in partnership with a medical services provider. The Pilot is responsible for the safe operation of the aircraft, medical crew, passengers, and cargo while ensuring timely patient transportation. This full-time position requires strong aeronautical decision-making, professionalism, and effective coordination with medical personnel.

Schedule

• Full-time, non-exempt position
• 14 days on / 14 days off
• Company-provided housing available during on-duty and off-duty periods while on hitch

Responsibilities

• Exercise final authority and responsibility for the safe operation of the aircraft
• Ensure aircraft airworthiness and verify all required documentation is onboard
• Accept, reject, terminate, or divert flights based on operational and safety conditions
• Apply Crew Resource Management (CRM) principles and consult medical crew members when making operational decisions
• Represent the organization professionally in interactions with patients, customers, and employees
• Participate actively in the Safety Management System (SMS) and pre-flight risk assessments
• Verify proper fuel quantity and grade before departure
• Review flight objectives, weather, operating procedures, and special instructions
• Evaluate weather and aircraft performance limitations in accordance with applicable Federal Aviation Regulations
• Ensure flight plans or approved flight-locating procedures are followed
• Verify aircraft weight and balance compliance with the applicable Flight Manual
• Report known or suspected FAA violations and incidents promptly to the Chief Pilot
• Maintain required medical certification and report conditions that may impair flight duties
• Ensure required aircraft equipment checks are completed
• Conduct appropriate briefings for medical crew members and passengers during each phase of flight
• Report maintenance discrepancies and communicate aircraft status to maintenance personnel and Operational Control
• Maintain thorough knowledge of the General Operations Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations, Operations Specifications, Flight Manuals, and applicable regulatory documents
• Perform Tier Two operational control functions
• Maintain professional communication and coordination throughout flight operations

Requirements

• Current FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate — Rotorcraft Helicopter
• FAA Instrument Rating — Helicopter
• Current FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate
• Minimum 2,000 hours total flight time; candidates with at least 1,700 hours may be considered with Director of Operations and Chief Pilot approval
• Minimum 1,200 hours helicopter flight time
• Minimum 1,000 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC) flight time
• Minimum 50 hours unaided night flight time and 100 hours aided night flight time
• Minimum 500 hours turbine flight time
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with reasonable accommodation where applicable

Preferred Qualifications

• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate
• Minimum 1,000 hours turbine flight time (strongly encouraged)
• Previous air medical transport experience

Benefits

• $46,000 sign-on bonus
• Company-provided housing during on-duty and off-duty periods while on hitch
• 14 days on / 14 days off schedule
• Modern aircraft and advanced aviation technology
• Collaborative team environment

Compensation

• Minimum annual starting salary: $126,268, including a $40,000 geographical modifier
• $46,000 sign-on bonus
• Additional compensation determined by aviation experience, air medical experience, advanced qualifications, and applicable education