REACH VFR Helicopter Pilot - HAA

Global Medical Response

Escondido (CA)

On-site

USD 107,000 - 132,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Global Medical Response is seeking a Helicopter Air Ambulance Pilot (Full-Time) to support emergency medical transport from California locations, including Escondido. Applicants must hold a rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate, helicopter instrument rating, and a valid FAA Class I or II Medical Certificate.

The role requires 2,000 total flight hours, including 2,000 helicopter hours and 1,000 PIC hours, plus 200 night hours. EC130/H130 or AS350/H125 experience is preferred.

Qualifications

  • Current Rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate
  • Helicopter instrument rating
  • Current FAA Class I or II Medical Certificate
  • 2,000 Total Flight Hours
  • 2,000 Helicopter Hours
  • 1,000 Helicopter PIC Hours
  • 1,000 Turbine Helicopter Hours
  • 200 helicopter night hours (aided or unaided)
  • 230 pound weight limit with flight gear
  • Preferred EC130/H130 & AS350/H125 Aircraft Experience

Responsibilities

  • Provide helicopter air transport as part of medical response
  • Operate rotorcraft in accordance with FAA regulations and safety procedures
  • Coordinate with medical teams to ensure rapid patient transport and handoffs

Skills

EC130/H130 Experience

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent or Higher

Job description

This posting is for multiple Visual Flight Rules (VFR) positions, we have many other opportunities available! By applying through this posting, we are able to move your application to the open location of your choosing. This is not a Float Pilot position.

HAA PILOT Full-Time Opportunity
If your passion is flying and you want to work in an environment where every second counts, contact us today!

We're hiring aHelicopter Pilotto providemedical airtransportation services for REACHcustomers. Safety isa key pillar of ourservices.

  • Salary Range: $106,511 - $131,807 including Geographic Modifier
  • 15K Sign-On Bonus, subject to eligibility
  • Retention Bonus plans ($40,000 after 3 years plus additional retention bonuses once completed)
  • On Duty Housing
  • 7/7 Schedule
MinimumRequirements
  • Current Rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate
  • Helicopter instrument rating
  • Current FAA Class I or II Medical Certificate
  • 2,000 Total Flight Hours
  • 2,000 Helicopter Hours
  • 1,000Helicopter PICHours
  • 1000 Turbine Helicopter Hours
  • 200 helicopter hours night hours aided or unaided
  • 230 poundweight limit with flight gear
Preferred Qualifications
  • EC130/H130 & AS350/H125 Aircraft Experience
  • High School Diploma/Equivalent or Higher
Why Choose REACH?

As a leader in helicopter airambulanceservices,REACHis one ofGlobal Medical Response's(GMR)family ofsolutions. OurGMRteams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world atwww.AtaMomentsNotice.com.

GMR's Core Behaviors

-keep care at the center, raise your hand,seekto understand, find a way together and be accountable-uniteour teamsand set us apart in emergency medical services.

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on 05/07/2027.

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providingreasonable accommodationsfor individuals with a disability.

Competitive starting salaries from $106,511 - $131,807; Geo modifier included, not additional.

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