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Guardian Flight, LLC

SkillBridge Fixed-Wing Pilot (GFL)

Guardian Flight, LLC, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States

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Job Description SkillBridge Fixed-Wing PIC Pilot Military Fellowship (Multiple Locations). Must be active‑duty U.S. military to qualify. Not active‑duty military? View related open roles at Global Medical Response (GMR) Careers.

Global Medical Response (GMR) is proud to be an authorized provider of the DOD SkillBridge program, offering U.S. Military Service Members the opportunity to gain valuable civilian work experience in the medical response industry through training, internships and on‑the‑job (OJT) experience.

Under the SkillBridge program, GMR hosts active‑duty U.S. Military members for skilled employment training during the final six months of their active‑duty obligated service. The SkillBridge Program with GMR will run for 90 days. During the SkillBridge program, a military service member will retain their military pay and benefits and will not be compensated by GMR.

SkillBridge program start dates are timed in accordance with company internal schedules and Service Member availability.

Minimum Required Qualifications (general)

Current Active‑Duty Service Member

Meets DoD SkillBridge Qualifications

Available to participate for up to 180 days

Obtain signed approval from your unit commander (O‑4 or above) and agree that participation in SkillBridge can be terminated at any time by the Service if mission requirements dictate

During SkillBridge Program

7/7 schedule at most locations

24‑hour base housing provided at most locations

If Hired after Completion of SkillBridge Program

Starting base salary $91,167.60 to $100,284.36, or higher depending on experience and aircraft

0% to 70% geographic modifier for assigned base, depending on location

$15,000 sign‑on bonus and $40,000 retention bonus after 3 years, all locations

Job Summary Ensures all operations involving Company aircraft are in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations, Guardian Flight EMS Operations Manual, and all state and municipal regulations.

Operates the aircraft in a safe and efficient manner, with emphasis on compliance with the Fixed Wing Flight Manual

Monitors forecast changes and current weather situations

Conducts preflight inspections of the aircraft prior to starting shift and/or accepting transports or flights. The preflight will be conducted utilizing the appropriate Fixed Wing flight manual. Discrepancies noted during the preflight will be noted in the engineering log with a notification to maintenance of the discrepancy and what corrective action is being taken

Reports to his/her shift being rested and prepared for duty and stays current on weather and forecast changes

Qualifications PC-12 Experience (Line Pilot)

2,500 total flight hours

2,000 fixed wing hours

1,000 PIC hours

500 cross country hours

100 night hours

75 instrument hours (with at least 50 actual)

Education and Credentials

Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land (C‑ASEL) required

Must be willing and able to obtain ATP within 5 years of employment

Current FAA Class I or II Medical Certificate

Must have a valid and currently unexpired driver's license

High‑school diploma or better

KING AIR C90/B200 Experience (Line Pilot)

2,500 total flight hours

2,000 fixed wing hours

1,000 PIC hours

500 cross country hours

500 multi-engine hours

100 night hours

75 instrument hours (50 actual)

Education and Credentials

Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land (C‑AMEL) required

Must be willing and able to obtain ATP within 5 years of employment

Current FAA Class I or II Medical Certificate

Must have a valid and currently unexpired driver's license

High‑school diploma or better

LEAR 45 Experience (PIC)

4,000 fixed wing hours

1,000 turbine hours

500 crew environment hours

EMS flight experience preferred

Education and Credentials

ATP‑ME required

Must be willing and able to obtain ATP within 5 years of employment

FAA First Class Medical (6 months)

Must have a valid and currently unexpired driver's license

High‑school diploma or better

Global Medical Response teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services around the world. We provide end‑to‑end medical transportation as well as fire services, integrated healthcare solutions and disaster response.

GMR is committed to supporting veterans, military spouses, and active‑duty service members through recognized hiring initiatives and partnerships. Learn more about our dedication to creating meaningful career opportunities for the military community at Military | GMR Careers.

Please Note: This SkillBridge Military opportunity is available for Transitioning Service Members ONLY! Although this is NOT a Direct Hire Position, participants who successfully complete their SkillBridge program may be eligible for immediate consideration for current open positions.

Equal Pay Statement

Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our benefit options offered to regular, full‑time employees of GMR.

EEO Statement: Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

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Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Contract

Job Function Management and Manufacturing

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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