Life Flight Network
Fixed Wing Pilot
Join Life Flight Network as a Fixed Wing Pilot.
Overview Life Flight Network is one of the most prominent not‑for‑profit air ambulance organizations. The company constantly raises the bar for safety, excellence, social justice, and innovation in the skies and on the ground. As a member of our team you will work in a high‑octane, collaborative environment and help provide essential medical transport services to the communities we serve.
This role is responsible for safely operating Pilatus aircraft to facilitate the transport of critically ill and/or injured patients. Fixed wing pilots possess strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate with a variety of people, one‑on‑one and in large groups, often under highly stressful conditions. The pilot will be required to work varied shifts and may be required to be available for on‑call shifts.
Base Pay Range $116,647.44/yr - $137,810.40/yr
Responsibilities
Perform pre‑flight and post‑flight inspections.
Safely plan flights; load passengers (including patients), baggage, and cargo; and analyze weather conditions.
Maintain logs and records, prepare written reports as required.
Clean aircraft, unit quarters, and hangar.
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation or related field preferred.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a professional pilot.
Must hold an FAA Airline Transport Pilot certificate.
2,500 hours PIC time on airplane.
1,500 turbine hours.
500 hours in a turbine‑prop aircraft.
250 hours instrument time.
250 hours of unaided night‑time experience.
25 hours operating a PC‑12 and successful completion of ground and flight school within the last 12 months preferred.
Recent air medical transportation experience preferred.
Mountain experience preferred.
If you do not have your SE ATP certificate at the time of hire, it is expected that this will be added during your initial hire training event at Flight Safety or no later than your first annual recurrent training event. The cost for the required written exam for the ATP will be at your expense, however the cost of the additional check‑ride will be covered by Life Flight Network.
Current FAA Second‑class flight physical.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to communicate both verbally and written.
Customer service skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of organization.
Travel by personal or company vehicle throughout LFN’s service area is required. Must hold a valid driver’s license, have an automobile in good repair, and be able to provide proof of auto insurance.
Safety
Ensure adherence to LFN safety and risk management culture as outlined in the Safety and Risk Management Agreement, SMS, and related policies.
Preserve safety and risk management culture and rules.
Report all concerns related to safety and risk management immediately. Work with the Director of Safety and Risk Management, the Director of Quality Management, and others as needed.
Be knowledgeable regarding all safety and risk management policies and procedures; be an agent for communicating safety and risk management information.
Benefits
Competitive pay.
401(k) with a 100% vested employer contribution.
Tenure bonuses to reward your loyalty and long‑term commitment.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance.
Company‑paid short and long‑term disability insurance.
Wellness reimbursement program.
Complimentary Life Flight Network membership for you and your household.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption assistance.
Bereavement leave (including for pets).
Paid volunteer time.
Generous paid time off, starting at nearly four weeks annually for full‑time employees.
Tuition and training reimbursement.
Employee recognition awards.
Multilingual stipend.
Legal Notice All candidates are subject to drug screening and background investigation. Life Flight Network is an equal‑opportunity employer.
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Overview Life Flight Network is one of the most prominent not‑for‑profit air ambulance organizations. The company constantly raises the bar for safety, excellence, social justice, and innovation in the skies and on the ground. As a member of our team you will work in a high‑octane, collaborative environment and help provide essential medical transport services to the communities we serve.
This role is responsible for safely operating Pilatus aircraft to facilitate the transport of critically ill and/or injured patients. Fixed wing pilots possess strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate with a variety of people, one‑on‑one and in large groups, often under highly stressful conditions. The pilot will be required to work varied shifts and may be required to be available for on‑call shifts.
Base Pay Range $116,647.44/yr - $137,810.40/yr
Responsibilities
Perform pre‑flight and post‑flight inspections.
Safely plan flights; load passengers (including patients), baggage, and cargo; and analyze weather conditions.
Maintain logs and records, prepare written reports as required.
Clean aircraft, unit quarters, and hangar.
Qualifications
High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree in Aviation or related field preferred.
Minimum of 5 years’ experience as a professional pilot.
Must hold an FAA Airline Transport Pilot certificate.
2,500 hours PIC time on airplane.
1,500 turbine hours.
500 hours in a turbine‑prop aircraft.
250 hours instrument time.
250 hours of unaided night‑time experience.
25 hours operating a PC‑12 and successful completion of ground and flight school within the last 12 months preferred.
Recent air medical transportation experience preferred.
Mountain experience preferred.
If you do not have your SE ATP certificate at the time of hire, it is expected that this will be added during your initial hire training event at Flight Safety or no later than your first annual recurrent training event. The cost for the required written exam for the ATP will be at your expense, however the cost of the additional check‑ride will be covered by Life Flight Network.
Current FAA Second‑class flight physical.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to communicate both verbally and written.
Customer service skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of organization.
Travel by personal or company vehicle throughout LFN’s service area is required. Must hold a valid driver’s license, have an automobile in good repair, and be able to provide proof of auto insurance.
Safety
Ensure adherence to LFN safety and risk management culture as outlined in the Safety and Risk Management Agreement, SMS, and related policies.
Preserve safety and risk management culture and rules.
Report all concerns related to safety and risk management immediately. Work with the Director of Safety and Risk Management, the Director of Quality Management, and others as needed.
Be knowledgeable regarding all safety and risk management policies and procedures; be an agent for communicating safety and risk management information.
Benefits
Competitive pay.
401(k) with a 100% vested employer contribution.
Tenure bonuses to reward your loyalty and long‑term commitment.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Company‑paid life and AD&D insurance.
Company‑paid short and long‑term disability insurance.
Wellness reimbursement program.
Complimentary Life Flight Network membership for you and your household.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption assistance.
Bereavement leave (including for pets).
Paid volunteer time.
Generous paid time off, starting at nearly four weeks annually for full‑time employees.
Tuition and training reimbursement.
Employee recognition awards.
Multilingual stipend.
Legal Notice All candidates are subject to drug screening and background investigation. Life Flight Network is an equal‑opportunity employer.
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