Check Airman

Job type
Full Time
Category
Low Hours, Instructor
Position
Instructor
Certificates
FAA CPL
Pay
USD 114,000–119,000 per year
Posted
September 18, 2026

Position Summary
The Check Airman conducts training, evaluation, and standardization of helicopter and fixed-wing pilots for an Air Medical operator, delivering instruction across classroom, aircraft, and full-motion simulator settings while ensuring FAA and company compliance.

Schedule

  • Not Specified.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate operational compliance and safety procedures.
  • Conduct initial and recurrent ground and flight training.
  • Manage transition and differences training.
  • Implement standardized training procedures.
  • Operate advanced aviation training devices and full-motion simulators.
  • Assist with pilot record keeping per FAA requirements.

Requirements

  • Commercial Pilot Certificate (CPL) with Instrument rating.
  • CFI / CFII (rotor wing), or willingness to obtain within one year.
  • Three to five years of related experience.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree.
  • ATP rating in aircraft category.
  • Previous instructor / check airman experience.
  • Recommendation from a current Air Methods instructor.

Benefits

  • Not Specified.