IFR Helicopter Pilot

STS Aviation Group; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonus

Competitive base pay

Relocation assistance (may be available)

Job summary

STS Aviation Group is seeking an IFR Helicopter Pilot in Greenville, Kentucky to support air medical transport operations. This crucial role involves conducting critical care missions with a focus on precision, discipline, and safety.

Pilots will operate EC135 aircraft, participating in rigorous 24 hours operational coverage, flying day and night under IFR and NVG conditions. The position provides competitive compensation including a sign-on bonus of up to $50,000. Candidates must be experienced and thrive in high responsibility environments.

Qualifications

• Must have 2,000 total flight hours and 1,500 helicopter flight hours.
• Capable of performing duties under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR).
• Must lift up to 100 pounds during patient or equipment loading.

Responsibilities

• Operate EC135 helicopter safely during air medical transport missions.
• Perform line pilot duties in accordance with operational procedures.
• Follow strict safety protocols and participate in safety campaigns.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service skills

Education

Instrument Rating (IFR)

First Class FAA Medical

Job description

STS Technical Services is hiring an IFR Helicopter Pilot to support air medical transport operations based in Greenville, Kentucky. This role places experienced pilots at the center of emergency medical response, flying critical care missions where precision, discipline, and safety focused decision making are essential.

Pilots in this position operate EC135 aircraft while conducting life saving patient transport missions in challenging operating environments. Operations run 24 hours per day with rotating day and night schedules under Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and Night Vision Goggle (NVG) conditions.

This role is built for pilots who thrive in high responsibility environments and who value mission driven flying within a strong safety culture.

Position Overview

STS Technical Services is recruiting an experienced Instrument Flight Rules Helicopter Pilot to support operations for a leading air medical transport provider in Greenville, Kentucky.

Pilots in this role conduct critical care transport missions, providing rapid medical response in challenging and diverse environments. You will operate under IFR and NVG operations while delivering life saving patient transport services with professionalism and precision.

Operations include 24 hour coverage with day and night rotations while flying as Captain in EC135 aircraft.

Aircraft and Operational Details

• Aircraft: EC135
• Schedule: 7 days on / 7 days off rotation
• 24 hour operational coverage
• Day and night flight operations
• IFR and NVG operations

Compensation

• Sign On Bonus: Up to $50,000
• Competitive base pay, shift bonuses, and annual safety and performance bonuses
• Relocation assistance may be available

Key Responsibilities

• Perform line pilot duties in accordance with operational procedures
• Operate EC135 helicopter safely during air medical transport missions
• Assist with patient and equipment loading as required
• Follow strict safety protocols and participate in safety campaigns
• Support community outreach programs
• Coordinate with medical crews for efficient patient transport

Minimum Qualifications

• Instrument Rating (IFR)
• First Class FAA Medical

Flight Experience Requirements

• 2,000 Total Flight Hours
• 1,500 Helicopter Flight Hours
• 100 Hours Unaided Night Operations — or —
• 50 Hours Unaided Night + 100 Hours Night Vision Goggle (NVG)
• 75 Hours Instrument Flight (Actual and Hood)

Additional Requirements

• Maximum body weight: 235 lbs
• Ability to assist with lifting up to 100 pounds during patient or equipment loading
• Must pass pre placement physical, drug screen, and background check
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Interview and acceptance by management required
• Candidates must reside within one hour of the base location

Schedule

• 7 days on / 7 days off rotation
• Day and night flight operations
• Base schedule may rotate depending on operational needs

About STS Technical Services

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