HAA Pilot-Native Air EC135

Air Methods; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading air medical transport company in Las Cruces, NM, seeks experienced pilots for helicopter air ambulance operations. Candidates must have significant flight experience, including a minimum of 2000 total flight hours. This role offers a competitive stipend and a supportive work-life balance with 7 days on/7 days off shifts. Ideal candidates will have a degree and necessary certifications, with a strong commitment to safety and interpersonal relationships.

Benefits

Off-Duty Housing Included

$15,000 Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• Must have flown in category for a commercial operator or military within the last 24 months.
• Maintain a weight not to exceed 250 pounds and be under 70 years old.

Responsibilities

• Operate aircraft safely and legally.
• Complete pre-flight checks and documentation.
• Ensure safety of passengers, cargo, and equipment.

Skills

Flight experience in category for a commercial operator or military

Positive interpersonal relationships

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Overview

HAA - Helicopter Air Ambulance - Aircraft: EC135P2+/AS350 (VFR)

$40,000 Base Stipend + $15,000 Sign-On Bonus

Off‑Duty Housing Included - Las Cruces, NM

AIR METHODS: GO ABOVE AND BEYOND HERE! Be a part of something bigger and join a growing and high‑performing team that shares your passion for making a difference. As leaders in the industry, we welcome exceptional pilots to partner with us in serving communities nationwide with top‑tier air medical transport resources. Elevate your career with a supportive 7 days on/7 days off (12‑hour shifts) work‑life balance, where your safety and well‑being are paramount, and your contribution truly matters in making a lasting impact on the lives we care for year‑round.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions include the following:

• Operates Air Methods' aircraft in a safe and legal manner.
• Completes pre‑flight before every flight verifying the aircraft is in an airworthy condition by sign off of Daily Flight Log. Pilots will perform a complete walk around of the aircraft prior to entering the cockpit for flight and upon completion of each flight.
• Final authority with regard to operations of aircraft and for the safety of passengers, cargo and equipment.
• Must be thoroughly familiar with all aircraft and medical systems of backup aircraft utilized at operational area and also ensures that the medical flight team is familiar and comfortable with the medical interior and systems.
• Responsible for completion of required documentation.
• Able to conduct detailed flight planning with little notice to exacting standards.
• Participates regularly in Air Methods meetings, activities, projects, committees and community outreach.

Qualifications

Skills

• Pilots must have flown in category for a commercial operator or in the military within the previous 24 months.
• Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment.

Operation and Safety Requirements: As a member of the Flight Crew, any person employed in this position shall maintain a weight not to exceed 250 pounds and shall be less than seventy (70) years old.

Visual Flight Rules (VFR) Program - Required Flight Times:

• 2000 total flight hours with minimum of 1500 flight hours in category
• 1000 hours PIC in category
• 500 hours of rotor wing turbine time
• 200 hours of cross‑country flight time, at least 50 hours of which were at night
• 100 hours unaided night as PIC (or 50 hours of unaided with 100 hours of NVG time)
• 50 hours total actual or hood instrument time in flight and in category (simulator time does not count)

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Commercial & Instrument Rating (for category and class of aircraft)
• ATP rating in category meets this requirement
• First or Second-Class FAA Medical certificate required.

Education & Experience:

• Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two‑year college or technical school and two to five years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

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.

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