VFR Helicopter Pilot

STS Technical Services; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; 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...

Job summary

STS Technical Services is hiring Helicopter Pilots in West Lafayette, Indiana to support air medical transport operations. This 24‑hour role requires precision, discipline, and decisive decision‑making during day and night missions under VFR and NVG conditions.

Qualifications include a Commercial Helicopter License with Instrument Rating, First Class Medical, and extensive flight experience (2,000 total hours, 1,500 helicopter hours, 1,000 PIC, 500 turbine).

Qualifications

• Commercial Helicopter License with Instrument Rating is required.
• First Class Medical Certificate is required.
• Minimum flight experience: 2,000 total flight hours, 1,500 helicopter hours, 1,000 Pilot‑in‑Command helicopter hours, 500 turbine 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.

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.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

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

Operational Details

• 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
• Minimum flight experience:
  • 2,000 total flight hours
  • 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

About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is a leading provider of workforce solutions across aviation, aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and industrial sectors. We connect highly skilled professionals with roles that demand precision, accountability, and real-world impact.

If you are ready to apply your aviation expertise in a role where every flight matters, apply today or call 1‑800‑359‑4787 to speak with a recruiting professional.

STS Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.