Helicopter Pilot Aero Med

Helicopter Jobs; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive full-time benefitpackage

Life insurance coverage for pilots

Flight suit, coat and helmet provided

Private pilot’s quarters with bed and

Maintenance of base facility with gym

CAMTS accreditation

Part 135 certificate managed by Aero

Job summary

Corewell Health Aero Med and North Flight Aero Med are seeking pilots to operate hospital-based EMS missions across Michigan, including rural and urban transport. You will fly modern aircraft, work with a dedicated maintenance and dispatch team, and support critical care transports while upholding the highest safety standards.

The role offers a comprehensive benefit package, opportunities for ongoing training, and stable schedules with three 12-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• 2500 hours helicopter flight experience (required).
• 1500 hours PIC with unaided night hours (required).
• IFR experience and night operation experience are required.

Responsibilities

• Operates a Corewell Health Hospitals aircraft.
• Maintains required documentation per FAA / company standards.
• Communicates and coordinates to facilitate continuity of services and community outreach.
• Maintain accountability for aviation safety.
• Contributes to policy/procedure development and process improvement.
• Demonstrates commitment to patient and team member safety.

Skills

2500 hours helicopter flight

1500 hours PIC

150 hours PIC night

IFR experience

Night operation

CRT-Air Transport Pilot by 2 years

Education

Commercial Pilot License – FAA

DOT Flight Physical

Job description

• EMS flight experience

Corewell Health is offering up to a $20,000 sign-on bonus for this position!

About The Team

At Corewell Health Aero Med and North Flight Aero Med, our pilots don’t just fly aircraft - they are trusted professionals, safety leaders, and essential members of a highly skilled medical transport team. As part of a hospital‑based air medical program, you’ll support critical care transport across Michigan, serving rural and urban communities when they need us most. Our pilots operate in a collaborative, just‑culture environment where safety is never compromised and professional judgment is respected. You’ll fly modern, well‑maintained aircraft, work alongside experienced maintenance, medical and dispatch teams, and be supported by an aviation leadership team that understands what it takes to operate safely in our community.

Essential Functions

• Operates a Corewell Health Hospitals aircraft.
• Maintains required documentation per FAA / company standards.
• Communicates, collaborates and acts as a resource to team members and others in order to facilitate continuity and coordination of services. Acts as a resource to members of the community in outreach initiatives.
• Maintain accountability for the safety of aircraft operations.
• Provides input into the development / revision of policies / procedures related to area of accountability. Participates in process improvement activities to improve outcomes.
• Demonstrates commitment to patient and team member safety. Considers safety as the primary factor in all decisions.

Qualifications

Required

• Helicopter Pilots: 2,500 hours helicopter flight experience, 1,500 hours pilot in command hours, 150 hours pilot in command unaided night hours.
• Experience in Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and night operation
• CRT-Air Transport Pilot - Needs by 2 years
• CRT-FAA Flight Physical - DOT Department of Transportation Upon Hire
• LIC-Commercial Pilot License – FAA upon hire

Preferred

• Fixed Wing Pilots: 3,500 hours total flight experience, 2,000 hours pilot in command of multi-engine aircraft, and 1,500 hours of pilot in command of a turbine powered aircraft
• EMS flight experience
• FAA part 135 experience
• Winter Operations

Why Pilots Choose Aero Med & North Flight Aero Med

• Hospital‑Based, Mission‑Driven Program
• Fly for a not‑for‑profit, hospital‑based operation with its own FAA Part 135 certificate where safety and patient care drive every decision.
• Safety Is the Standard, Not a Slogan
• A mature Safety Management System, just culture, and leadership that fully supports conservative go/no‑go decisions.
• Modern Aircraft and Strong In‑House Maintenance Support
• Well‑maintained aircraft (Sikorsky S-76 C++ and King Air 200/250) supported by dedicated aviation maintenance teams focused on reliability and safety.
• Respect for Pilot Authority and Judgment
• Our pilots are trusted professionals with clear operational authority over safety, weather, and aircraft decisions.
• Collaborative, Professional Crew Environment
• Work alongside experienced nurses, paramedics, mechanics, and dispatchers who value Crew Resource Management, communication, and mutual respect.
• Challenging, Meaningful Flying
• IFR, night, winter, and rural operations across Michigan - flights that demand skill, judgment, and professionalism.
• Investment in Training and Professional Growth
• Ongoing initial and recurrent training (no contract), in full flight simulators (twice annually), and opportunities to contribute to safety, policy, and operational improvements.
• Stable Schedules and Sustainable Careers
• Three 12-hour shifts with predictable rotations designed to support work‑life balance and long‑term pilot retention - no need to live out of your suitcase.

Work Perks

• Comprehensive full-time benefit package offered by Corewell Health
• Additional provided life insurance coverage for pilots
• Company provided flight suit, coat and helmet
• Private pilot’s quarters with bed, desk and computer
• Well maintained base facility with modern fitness room, full kitchen
• Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) accredited
• Part 135 certificate managed by Spectrum Health Hospitals d/b/a Aero Med BTEA482C

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Aero Med Base - 4494 Corporate Dr - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Aero Med - Grand Rapids Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

Hours of Work

Variable

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Every other weekend

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on‑site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.