SIC Pilot | Sikorsky S-70 (UH-60L)

Position Summary

The Blackhawk SIC Pilot serves as Second in Command of Sikorsky S-70 (UH-60L) helicopters supporting aerial firefighting and specialized aerial work. The position includes fire suppression, external-load operations, reconnaissance, and emergency response assignments.

Schedule

• Full-time, primarily day shift.
• Primarily local operations with occasional travel and extended assignments.
• Availability for deployment at short notice.
• Travel expenses covered for assignments away from home base.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Second in Command during day and night Blackhawk helicopter operations.
• Conduct aerial firefighting, external-load, dispensing, and reconnaissance missions.
• Maintain readiness for emergency and non-emergency dispatch assignments.
• Deploy away from home base when required.
• Operate other aircraft types when qualified and assigned.
• Maintain proficiency through systems study, emergency procedures training, and check flights.
• Complete flight logs and operational records.
• Follow FAA regulations, company procedures, and applicable USFS requirements.
• Perform additional duties assigned by aviation management.

Requirements

• Commercial Pilot Certificate — Rotorcraft Helicopter.
• Instrument Helicopter Rating.
• Second Class Medical Certificate.
• Minimum 2,000 Rotary-Wing Total Time, 500 External Load, 300 Aerial Work.
• Minimum two years of aerial work experience, including firefighting.
• Crew Resource Management (CRM) training.
• Willingness to operate other aircraft types when qualified and required.
• Ability to relocate to northwest Oregon and report to the assigned base within approximately 60 minutes.
• Ability to deploy for extended periods at short notice.

Preferred Qualifications

• 100 UH-60/S-70 Blackhawk Hours.
• Part 133 operational experience and applicable carding.
• Type II (Bell 212) aerial firefighting experience.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Health Savings Account option with employer contribution.
• 401(k) with company matching and an additional annual employer contribution equal to 5% of base salary.
• Three weeks of paid vacation during the first year for eligible employees.
• Eleven paid holidays annually.
• Employee Assistance Program and optional long-term care coverage.
• Professional training, development, and mentoring opportunities.
• Relocation assistance available.
• Travel expenses covered for assignments away from home base.

Compensation

• Eligible for annual merit increases.
• Annual cash incentive target of 15% of base salary, with potential funding ranging from zero to twice the target.