Check Airman

Helicopter Jobs; Watkins (MN); On-site; USD 114,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Air Methods is seeking a Denver-based Company Instructor to oversee safety and qualification training for helicopter and fixed-wing pilots undergoing evaluation. The role includes classroom, aircraft, and simulator flight checks, with a focus on maintaining adherence to the General Operations Manual.

The position covers development of training schedules, ground and flight instruction, and ensuring standardized procedures are followed.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to implement training programs (initial and recurrent training).
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner with all levels.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate compliance including safety, flight operations, and procedures per the General Operations Manual.
• Conduct initial and recurrent training (ground and flight).
• Perform transitions, ROC training (ground and flight).
• Correct and report out-of-compliance issues; coordinate with ACP/Regional aviation or Maintenance Director as needed.
• Assist in developing and implementing flight and ground training schedules.

Skills

Communication

Training program design

Collaborative teamwork

Education

HS Diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

ATP rating preferred

Commercial/Instrument rating required

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Denver Based

Job Summary: Company instructor who performs an overview, safety and qualification role for Helicopter and/or Fixed Wing pilots undergoing evaluation. Conducts training and flight checks in a classroom, an aircraft, or in a flight simulator.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Evaluate operational compliance including all aspects of safety, flight operations, maintenance operations, and other procedures and policies as described in the General Operations Manual
• Initial and Recurrent training (ground and flight)
• Transition, differences and ROC (restricted operations checks) ground and flight training
• Will correct and report out-of-compliance issues immediately. When unable to be corrected immediately, the CA will coordinate with the ACP and Regional Aviation or Maintenance Director as appropriate to ensure the problem is corrected
• Assist in the development and implementation of flight and ground training schedules
• Ensure that standardized training and checking procedures, provided by the certificate are adhered to
• Assist the CP and ACP in all pilot record keeping requirements in accordance with applicable FARs and policies
• Submit required reports in a timely manner
• Expected to operate advanced aviation training devices and operate full motion simulators as required
• Assist the CP in the development of the aircraft checklist and Air Methods' Pilot Training Programs
• Will assist in development and conduct (as appropriate): Basic Indoctrination Training, initial and recurrent ground training, initial and recurrent flight training, instrument training (ground and flight), and night vision goggle (NVG) training (ground and flight)
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Job Requirements

• Regular scheduled attendance
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling (centralized)
• Indicate the percentage of time spent traveling (decentralized)

Subject to applicable laws and Air Methods' policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position. All employees must follow Air Methods' employment practices and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and three to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Recommendation from a current Air Methods Flight Instructor or Check Airman preferred
• Previous Instructor/Check Airman experience
• ATP rating in aircraft category preferred
• Commercial/Instrument rating required
• Must meet total flight hour requirements

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to implement training programs (initial and recurrent training)
• Ability to work in a collaborative manner with all levels

Computer Skills

• Intermediate Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• CFI / CFII (Rotor wing) or willingness to obtain within one year

This position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing per the DOT/FAA requirements (pre-employment, random, reasonable cause/suspicion, post-accident).

Benefits

For more information on our industry-leading benefits, please visit our benefits page here.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

Minimum pay: USD $114,000.00/Yr.

Maximum Pay: USD $119,000.00/Yr.

This position will be open and posted until filled, with a minimum posting period of three days.