Rotor Wing Pilot – Maintenance & RTS Ops | $10K Sign-On

Air Methods; DeFuniak Springs (FL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Air Methods in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Helicopter Pilot for Part 91 Maintenance & Operational Support (VFR). The role focuses on pre-induction and post-maintenance flights, ground runs, and ferry flights to keep aircraft airworthy and compliant with FARs. You will supervise and brief related personnel, plan flights with precision, and ensure safe revenue operations. This opportunity includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus and a commitment to safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain qualification in multiple aircraft.
• Strong knowledge of FAR regulations and maintenance operations.
• Excellent flight planning and decision-making under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Reports to duty at assigned facility.
• Complies with PIC duties per Air Methods GOM.
• Operates aircraft safely and legally at all times (100%).
• Perform pre-flight inspections and post-maintenance checks.
• Conduct post-maintenance operational flights for RTS per OEM/reg requirements.
• Ferry aircraft as directed.
• Ensure systems/equipment are airworthy before revenue service.
• Maintain thorough documentation of operations.
• Ability to conduct detailed flight planning with limited notice.

Skills

Multi-aircraft qualification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Air Methods in Mesa, AZ is seeking a Helicopter Pilot for Part 91 Maintenance & Operational Support (VFR). The role focuses on pre-induction and post-maintenance flights, ground runs, and ferry flights to keep aircraft airworthy and compliant with FARs. You will supervise and brief related personnel, plan flights with precision, and ensure safe revenue operations. This opportunity includes a $10,000 sign-on bonus and a commitment to safety and reliability.