VFR Helicopter Pilot

STS Aviation Group; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $50,000

Location bonus up to 12.5%

Off-duty housing provided

Relocation assistance available

Competitive compensation with shift incentives and annual bonuses

Job summary

STS Aviation Group is hiring experienced Helicopter Pilots in West Lafayette, Indiana. The role entails operating in a 24-hour environment, conducting air medical transport missions. Candidates must hold a Commercial Helicopter License with an Instrument Rating and possess significant helicopter flying experience. Offered incentives include a sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and competitive compensation. Strong communication and customer service skills are essential in this mission-driven role dedicated to patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• 1,500 helicopter hours.
• 1,000 Pilot-in-Command helicopter hours.
• 500 turbine helicopter hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform line pilot duties in accordance with operational procedures.
• Conduct safe and efficient day and night air medical missions.
• Maintain compliance with all aviation regulations and company standards.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service skills

Night operations experience

Education

Commercial Helicopter License with Instrument Rating

First Class Medical Certificate

Job description

STS Technical Services is hiring Helicopter Pilots in West Lafayette, Indiana.

Position Summary

STS Technical Services is seeking experienced Helicopter Pilots to support air medical transport operations in West Lafayette, Indiana. This is a mission-driven role where precision, discipline, and decision-making directly impact patient outcomes.

You will operate in a 24-hour environment, flying time-sensitive missions under VFR and NVG conditions while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.

Incentives

• Sign-on bonus up to $50,000
• Location bonus up to 12.5%
• Off-duty housing provided
• Relocation assistance available
• Competitive compensation with shift incentives and annual bonuses

Job Responsibilities

• Perform line pilot duties in accordance with operational procedures
• Conduct safe and efficient day and night air medical missions
• Maintain compliance with all aviation regulations and company standards
• Collaborate with medical crews and operational teams during missions
• Assist with patient and medical equipment loading and unloading when required
• Support Safety Management System initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
• Represent the organization professionally in all interactions, including community outreach
• Aircraft: Single-engine helicopter
• Operations: VFR and NVG
• Instrument rating required
• 24-hour operations with rotating schedules

Qualifications

• Commercial Helicopter License with Instrument Rating required
• First Class Medical Certificate required
• 1,500 helicopter hours
• 1,000 Pilot-in-Command helicopter hours
• 500 turbine helicopter hours
• Night operations experience:
  • 100 hours unaided, or
  • 50 hours unaided plus 100 hours NVG
• NVG qualified or eligible
• Maximum body weight of 235 pounds
• Strong communication and customer service skills

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Ability to pass background check and drug screening
• Ability to complete physical and functional capacity exam, including lifting up to 100 pounds

Schedule

• 7 days on, 7 days off rotation
• Schedule may vary based on operational demands

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance available with service commitment
• Aircraft transition training may require a service agreement
• Work within a structured, safety-driven aviation environment

STS Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.