Senior Utility Helicopter Captain (Tulsa)

handwerker; Oklahoma; On-site; USD 220,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Jet Aviation Staffing is seeking a highly skilled Utility Helicopter Captain for a Tulsa, OK assignment. The role focuses on long-line and vertical-reference missions, with leadership responsibilities over pilots and crew in a demanding, safety-focused environment.

The ideal candidate will bring substantial rotorcraft experience, including long-line operations, external-load missions, and strong interpersonal skills to mentor staff and maintain regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Commercial Rotorcraft Helicopter Certificate with FAA Medical Certificate required.
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills are essential.
• Experience mentoring pilots and developing an operations team is valued.

Responsibilities

• Fly utility, long-line, vertical-reference and external-load missions as required.
• Mentor and develop pilots and operational personnel; manage crew schedules and training.
• Maintain safety culture and ensure FAA compliance and operational standards.
• Coordinate aircraft readiness with maintenance to minimize downtime.
• Represent the organization to customers, vendors, regulators and industry partners.

Skills

Leadership

Safety mindset

Decision making

Team development

Education

Commercial Rotorcraft Helicopter Certificate

FAA Medical Certificate

Instructor/ATP or advanced rotorcraft qualifications

Job description

Jet Aviation Staffing is seeking a highly skilled Utility Helicopter Captain for a Tulsa, OK assignment. The role focuses on long-line and vertical-reference missions, with leadership responsibilities over pilots and crew in a demanding, safety-focused environment.

The ideal candidate will bring substantial rotorcraft experience, including long-line operations, external-load missions, and strong interpersonal skills to mentor staff and maintain regulatory compliance.