AEL Flight Instructor/Check Airman - Limited Duration

Global Medical Response • O'Fallon, MO

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About The Position

Provides instruction for new-hire and recurrent pilots and conducts check-rides in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) 135.293 and 135.299. The position requires working knowledge of aviation ground and flight training, including use of a Flight Training Device (FTD) when a Flight Simulator Trainer is unavailable. The instructor may also be assigned special projects in other aviation-related departments.

The role conducts flight training, helps schedule ground school and flight training, evaluates pilot performance and proficiency, and teaches company regulations, procedures, equipment use, and flight techniques. It also involves aircraft operation, ferrying aircraft as requested by Part 145/135 maintenance, and assisting maintenance with acceptance pre-flights and flights. The pilot must operate safely and efficiently in compliance with the Aircraft Flight Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations, the Air Evac Operations Manual, and applicable state or municipal regulations; monitor weather; and follow company policies and procedures.

Work may involve outdoor conditions, exposure to blood-borne pathogens or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration or turbulence, and loud in-flight noise requiring headphones. The position requires the ability to read and carry out complicated instructions, work as part of a team under pressure, sit for long periods, and frequently lift or move up to 70 pounds. The stated weight limit is 230 pounds while wearing a flight suit and boots. The employee may be asked to work shifts during their seven days off-hitch to cover instructor availability or increased training needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Commercial rotorcraft helicopter certificate.
• Class I or II Medical Certificate.
• Helicopter instrument rating.
• 2,000 hours Pilot in Command helicopter.
• Ability to read and carry out complicated instructions.
• Ability to work well as a team member under pressure.
• Ability to meet the 230-pound weight limit while wearing a flight suit and boots.
• Ability to sit for long periods and frequently lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Previous HAA experience.
• Previous FAR 135 experience.
• Previous Check Airman experience.
• 100 hours in type.
• CFI Helicopter.

Responsibilities

• Conduct flight training for new-hire and recurrent pilots.
• Assist in scheduling ground school and flight training.
• Observe and evaluate pilots’ performance, knowledge, and skills using manuals, checklists, or proficiency tests.
• Conduct training and review courses on equipment, flight procedures, and techniques.
• Instruct new pilots on company regulations, procedures, and operation of company aircraft; provide ground training for recurrent and new-hire pilots.
• Ferry aircraft as required and requested by Part 145/135 maintenance.
• Assist maintenance by performing acceptance pre-flights and flights.
• Operate aircraft safely and efficiently in compliance with the Aircraft Flight Manual, Federal Aviation Regulations, the Air Evac Operations Manual, and applicable state or municipal regulations.
• Monitor forecast changes and current weather situations.
• Follow company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Exhibit the company’s guiding principles: Patient Care, One Team, Innovation, Vigilance, Ownership, and Citizenship.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED