Fixed Wing Pilot

Guardian Flight, LLC; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 94,850 - 104,335; 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 for the Pilatus PC12 in Jackson, MS. This role comes with an annual salary between $94,850.77 and $104,335.85, plus significant bonuses like a $15,000 sign-on and a $40,000 retention bonus.

The ideal candidate will have a Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land certificate, IFR experience, and will be responsible for ensuring aircraft safety during patient transport. Experience in medevac is preferred. This position requires working under various conditions and maintaining high safety standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land (C-ASEL) certificate.
• Experience with single pilot IFR operations is necessary.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain required flight logs and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely with a medical team.
• Ensure aircraft readiness for all flights.
• Maintain regulatory documentation accurately.
• Communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
• Provide shift change information to incoming pilots.
• Complete ongoing training for certification.
• Adhere to safety and service standards.

Skills

Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land (C-ASEL)

Single pilot IFR

Medevac experience

Flight planning and documentation

Communication and collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Overview

Fixed Wing Pilot – Pilatus PC12. Location: Jackson, MS. Schedule: Equal‑time on/off rotation; final structure TBD. Annual salary: $94,850.77 – $104,335.85.

Benefits

• Sign‑On Bonus: $15,000 (must complete training and check ride)
• Retention Bonus: $40,000 (6‑month waiting period, 3‑year program)
• 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 patients to and from facilities.
• Ensure aircraft readiness for dispatch, including meeting all FAR and company requirements and maintaining aircraft cleanliness.
• Maintain accurate company and regulatory documentation, including shift logs and load manifests.
• Effectively communicate and collaborate with air and ground dispatch, flight crews, facilities, and partners.
• Provide shift change information to the transitioning pilot and team, following protocols for recording company change board details.
• Maintain required certifications and complete ongoing ground and air training.
• Demonstrate on‑time, reliable, professional behavior and adherence to elevated safety and service standards.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land (C‑ASEL) – Required.
• Single pilot IFR experience.
• Previous medevac and/or cargo experience preferred.
• Provide logbooks listing all flight dates and corresponding hours, substantiating time reported on resume.
• Willing and able to obtain ATP within 5 years of employment.
• 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.
• 100 Night hours.
• 75 Instrument hours (including at least 50 actual instrument).

Preferred Education

• Minimum of a High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or higher.

Working Conditions

• Work in outdoor weather conditions.
• Qualified to work night, day, and overnight shifts as assigned.
• May be required to de‑ice the aircraft, assist with towing and maneuvering, and prep the plane for flight.

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including support for veterans and provision of reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.