IFR Helicopter Pilot

STS Technical Services; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign‑on bonus up to $100,000

Off‑duty housing provided

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

STS Technical Services is seeking a Helicopter Pilot (SPIFR / NVG) based in Columbus, Mississippi to support air medical operations. The role requires operating under SPIFR and NVG conditions and delivering mission-focused, safety‑driven flight operations with off‑duty housing provided.

Key responsibilities include day and night flight missions, IFR operations, patient loading, and supporting safety campaigns. Minimum CAMTS flight time is specified and a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• Must hold Commercial Helicopter Rating and Instrument Rating.
• First Class Medical Certificate required.
• NVG qualification or eligibility is needed.
• CAMTS minimum flight time requirements must be met (hours listed).

Responsibilities

• Perform line pilot duties per General Operations Manual.
• Safely conduct day and night air medical missions, including IFR operations.
• Assist with patient and medical equipment loading/unloading as required.
• Support Safety Management System initiatives and safety campaigns.
• Participate in required community outreach programs.
• Deliver professional, efficient, and courteous service to internal and external customers.

Skills

Night operations

Safety conscious

Customer service

Verbal/written communication

Education

Commercial Helicopter Rating

Instrument Helicopter Rating

First Class Medical Certificate

NVG qualification or eligible

Job description

STS Technical Services is hiring a Helicopter Pilot (SPIFR / NVG) to support air medical operations based in Columbus, Mississippi. This role places pilots on the front lines of emergency medical response, flying critical care missions in complex operating environments where professionalism, precision, and safety are non‑negotiable.

This position is designed for highly skilled pilots who are comfortable operating under SPIFR and NVG conditions and who value mission‑driven flying within a disciplined, safety‑first culture. Off‑duty housing is provided.

Position Overview

The Helicopter Pilot (SPIFR / NVG) supports air medical transport missions under CAMTS guidelines. Pilots conduct day and night missions, including IFR operations, and are responsible for the safe, compliant execution of all assigned flights while adhering strictly to company procedures and safety management systems.

About the Operation

• Air medical transport operating under CAMTS guidelines
• Aircraft type: EC135
• SPIFR and NVG operations
• Instrument rating required
• Twenty‑four hour operations with rotating day and night shifts
• Strong emphasis on safety management and operational excellence
• Off‑duty housing provided

Key Responsibilities

• Perform line pilot duties in accordance with the General Operations Manual
• Safely conduct day and night air medical missions, including IFR operations
• Assist with patient and medical equipment loading and unloading as required
• Support Safety Management System initiatives and company‑wide safety campaigns
• Participate in required community outreach programs
• Deliver professional, efficient, and courteous service to internal and external customers

Compensation & Benefits

• Sign‑on bonus up to $100,000
• Competitive base compensation
• Shift bonuses and shift incentives
• Annual safety bonus
• Annual employee bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Off‑duty housing provided

Minimum Qualifications

• Commercial Helicopter Rating
• Instrument Helicopter Rating
• First Class Medical Certificate
• Meet CAMTS minimum flight time requirements:
• 2,000 total flight hours
• 1,500 helicopter hours
• 1,000 hours PIC helicopter
• 500 turbine helicopter hours
• 100 hours unaided night operations or
• 50 hours unaided night and 100 hours NVG
• 75 hours instrument time, actual and/or hood
• NVG qualified or eligible
• Body weight not to exceed 235 pounds
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated internal and external customer service skills

Pre Employment Requirements

• Ability to pass a pre‑placement physical and functional capacity exam including lifting up to 100 pounds
• Drug screening and background check
• Schedule & Location Requirements
• Seven days on and seven days off rotation
• Schedule rotation may be required
• Off‑duty housing provided while on rotation

Additional Notes

• Aircraft transition training may require a one‑year service commitment
• Relocation assistance may be available
• Relocation support may require a two‑year service commitment
• External recruiting may occur concurrently with internal postings

Core Values

• Safety with zero incidents as the only acceptable outcome
• Efficiency through responsible and effective use of resources
• Quality through reliable, high‑performance execution
• Service to patients, communities, and teammates

About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is a leading provider of workforce solutions across aviation, aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and industrial markets. We connect highly skilled professionals with mission‑critical roles that make a real difference.

STS Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status.