Remote-Eligible Fixed-Wing Check Airman & Instructor

Pilot Assessments; Watkins (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote eligibility

Competitive salary

Industry-leading benefits

Job summary

Air Methods is seeking an experienced aviation trainer and Check Airman to evaluate and train pilots across classroom, aircraft, and simulators. You will ensure GOM compliance, maintain pilot records per FARs, and promote a safety-first training culture.

The role requires CPL with Instrument rating, CFI/CFII or willingness to obtain within 12 months, and strong communication skills. Remote eligibility and a competitive benefits package are included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; three to five years’ related experience/training (or equivalent combination). Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Previous Instructor/Check Airman experience preferred; recommendation from a current Air Methods Flight Instructor or Check Airman is a plus.
• Commercial with Instrument rating required; ATP in aircraft category preferred.
• CFI/CFII (Rotor wing) or willingness to obtain within one year.
• Excellent verbal and written communication; collaborative approach across all levels.
• Proven ability to implement initial and recurrent training programs.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Conduct initial and recurrent ground and flight training, including transition, differences, and ROC (restricted operations checks).
• Evaluate operational compliance across safety, flight, and maintenance procedures as described in the GOM.
• Operate advanced aviation training devices and full-motion simulators for scenario-based training and evaluation.
• Develop and implement flight and ground training schedules; ensure standardized training and checking procedures are followed.
• Support CP/ACP with pilot recordkeeping in accordance with applicable FARs and company policies; submit required reports on time.
• Assist in building aircraft checklists and Air Methods’ pilot training programs.
• Deliver Basic Indoctrination, instrument (ground/flight), NVG (ground/flight), and other program elements as assigned.
• Immediately correct and report out-of-compliance issues; when not immediately correctable, coordinate remedial action with ACP and Regional Aviation or Maintenance leadership.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Training program experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Air Methods is seeking an experienced aviation trainer and Check Airman to evaluate and train pilots across classroom, aircraft, and simulators. You will ensure GOM compliance, maintain pilot records per FARs, and promote a safety-first training culture.

The role requires CPL with Instrument rating, CFI/CFII or willingness to obtain within 12 months, and strong communication skills. Remote eligibility and a competitive benefits package are included.