Regional Relief Helicopter Pilot

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Washington.

📋 Description

• Safely and legally operate Air Methods aircraft.

• Confirm aircraft airworthiness through pre-flight inspections and sign-off on the Daily Flight Log.

• Conduct thorough walkarounds of the aircraft prior to cockpit entry and after each flight.

• Retain ultimate authority over the operation of the aircraft and the safety of passengers, cargo, and equipment.

• Stay updated on aircraft and medical systems on backup aircraft.

• Ensure the medical flight team is well-acquainted and at ease with the medical interior and systems.

• Complete all necessary documentation.

• Engage in detailed flight planning on short notice to high standards.

• Participate in Air Methods meetings, activities, projects, committees, and community outreach initiatives.

• Perform additional assigned duties as needed.

• Follow a non-standard work schedule.

• Maintain consistent attendance in accordance with relevant laws and company policies.

⛳️ Requirements

• Residency in Washington State is mandatory.

• Must satisfy Airlift Northwest requirements.

• An Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical institution, along with two to five years of relevant experience and/or training; or a suitable combination of education and experience.

• Pilots must have flown within the specific category in the last 24 months.

• A total of 2,500 flight hours, with at least 2,000 flight hours in the specified category.

• A minimum of 1,000 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) in the specified category.

• At least 500 hours of rotor wing turbine experience.

• Minimum of 500 hours of cross-country flight time, which includes at least 50 hours at night.

• 100 hours of unaided night flight as PIC, adhering to specified NVG substitution regulations.

• At least 75 hours of actual or simulated instrument time, including a minimum of 50 hours in-flight in an aircraft and 20 hours in actual instrument conditions in the specified category.

• A total of 2,500 hours of helicopter flight time.

• At least 200 hours of night flying, aided or unaided.

• An instrument rating for the category and class of aircraft; an ATP rating in the category fulfills this requirement.

• A fixed-wing multiengine rating is required for twin-engine aircraft.

• A Commercial single-engine land license is necessary for single-engine aircraft.

• A First or Second Class FAA Medical Certificate is required.

• Must maintain a weight not exceeding 250 pounds.

• Must be under 70 years of age.

• Knowledge of and adherence to FAR, AIM, GOM, and Air Methods policies and procedures.

• Ability to foster positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public.

🏝️ Benefits

• A sign-on bonus of $15,000.

• An IFR stipend of $3,000.

• Experience stipend of up to $12,000.

• 120% ACCRA (Geo-Modifier).

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• Competitive 401(k) retirement plan.

• Flexible Spending Account benefit plans.

• Tuition reimbursement options.

• Full company-paid life insurance coverage.

• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.

• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Business travel accident insurance.

• Optional legal benefits.

• Relocation assistance available.

• Employee Assistance and Benefit Concierge Service Programs.

• Designated remote work opportunities.

• Support for work-life balance.