Fixed Wing Pilot

Guardian Flight, LLC; Hilo (HI); On-site; USD 128,048 - 140,853; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus of $15,000

Retention Bonus of $40,000

Relocation Assistance up to $3,000

Company-paid crew housing

Company-paid ATP-CTP training

Job summary

Guardian Flight, LLC is hiring a Fixed Wing Pilot in Hilo, Hawaii, for medical air transportation services. The pilot will operate the King Air C90 aircraft on a 7 days on, 7 days off schedule.

The position requires various qualifications, including a Commercial Airplane Multi‑Engine Land (C‑AMEL) license and extensive flight hours. Compensation includes an annual salary range of approximately $128,048 to $140,853, plus sign-on and retention bonuses.

Qualifications

• Must be willing and able to obtain ATP within 5 years of employment.
• Previous medevac and/or cargo experience is preferred.
• Valid and unexpired driver’s license required.
• Current FAA First‑ or Second‑Class Medical Certificate is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Transport customers safely with a team of medical experts.
• Ensure aircraft readiness for dispatch per regulatory requirements.
• Maintain accurate documentation for shifts and load manifests.
• Communicate with dispatch and flight crews.
• Provide shift change information to the transitioning pilot.
• Maintain required certifications and training.
• Adhere to elevated safety and service standards.

Skills

Commercial Airplane Multi‑Engine Land (C‑AMEL)

Single pilot IFR experience

2,500 total flight hours

2,000 fixed‑wing hours

1,000 PIC hours

500 cross‑country hours

500 multi‑engine hours

75 instrument hours

Education

High school diploma, GED equivalent, or higher

Job description

Job Summary

We’re hiring a Fixed Wing Pilot to provide medical air transportation services. The pilot will qualify to fly our King Air C90 aircraft. Scheduled shifts run 7 days on, 7 days off, with day or night service trips.

Job Details

• Position: Fixed Wing Pilot
• Location: Hilo, HI
• Airframe: King Air C90
• Schedule: 7 Days On / 7 Days Off

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual Salary Range: $128,048.54 – $140,853.40
• Sign‑On Bonus: $15,000 (must complete training and check‑ride)
• Retention Bonus: $40,000 (6‑month waiting period, 3‑year program)
• No training contract
• Relocation Assistance: up to $3,000
• Company‑paid crew housing
• Company‑paid ATP‑CTP if not already completed

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of medical experts to safely transport customers.
• Ensure aircraft readiness for dispatch, including FAR and company requirements and cleanliness.
• Maintain accurate company and regulatory documentation and record keeping for shifts and load manifests.
• Communicate and collaborate with dispatch, flight crews, facilities, and partners.
• Provide shift change information to the transitioning pilot and follow protocols for recording the company change board details.
• Maintain required certifications and ongoing training.
• Be punctual, reliable, professional, and meet elevated safety and service standards.

Qualifications

• Commercial Airplane Multi‑Engine Land (C‑AMEL) required.
• Must be willing and able to obtain ATP within 5 years of employment.
• Single pilot IFR experience preferred.
• Ability to provide logbooks with flight dates, hours, and a cumulative total.
• Previous medevac and/or cargo experience.
• Valid and unexpired driver’s license.
• Current FAA First‑ or Second‑Class Medical Certificate.
• 2,500 total flight hours.
• 2,000 fixed‑wing hours.
• 1,000 PIC hours.
• 500 cross‑country hours.
• 500 multi‑engine hours.
• 100 night hours.
• 75 instrument (50 actual) hours.

Preferred Education

• Minimum of a high school diploma, GED equivalent, or higher.

Working Conditions

• Work in outside weather conditions.
• Must be able to work night, day, and overnight shifts as assigned.
• May need to de‑ice the plane, assist with towing, maneuver in and out of the hangar, and pre‑plane for flight.

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.