Location: Remote, with regular company travel required
Department: Flight Operations
Work Schedule/Category: Full-time, Exempt
Shift: 14/14 rotation
Reporting to: Director of Training
Last Updated: 3/27/2026
COMPANY & POSITION SUMMARY
Company Summary:
HeliService USA is a premier helicopter operator specializing in offshore wind support, hoisting operations, cargo transport, and Helicopter Air Ambulance (HAA). As a veteran-owned company with decades of experience, we are dedicated to operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and the highest safety standards in the industry.
Position Summary:
The Check Airman is responsible for conducting FAA-required training, evaluations, and proficiency checks for pilots operating under 14 CFR Parts 135 and 133. This role ensures pilot compliance with regulatory, company, and operational standards through standardized instruction, evaluation, and mentoring. The Check Airman works under the direction of the Director of Training and in coordination with the Chief Pilot, Director of Operations, and Safety Manager to support pilot qualification, standardization, and ongoing proficiency across assigned aircraft and mission profiles.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS, SYSTEMS
Required:
- Education: Associate’s degree in aviation, aeronautics, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Experience:
- Minimum 3 years’ experience as a PIC under 14 CFR Part 135
- FAA- approved Check Airmen designation or ability to qualify
- 1-3 years’ experience in Helicopter Air Ambulance
- 1-3 years’ experience with vertical reference/long-line/external load/hoisting/SAR
- Skills:
- Strong instructional, communication, and evaluation skills
- Extensive knowledge of FAA regulations
- Licenses/Certifications: FAA ATP- Rotorcraft Helicopter/FAA First Class Medical
Preferred:
- Education: Bacheler’s degree in aviation, aeronautics, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Experience:
- 5 years’ experience as a PIC under 14 CFR Part 135
- 3 years’ experience as a Check Airmen
- 3 years’ experience in Helicopter Air Ambulance
- 3 years’ experience with vertical reference/long-line/external load/hoisting/SAR
- Licenses/Certifications: CFII or ability to obtain
TRAINING/SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES REQUIRED
• Conduct training and evaluations under 14 CFR §§135.293, 135.297, and 135.299.
• Conduct simulator and in-aircraft evaluations.
• Ensure procedural and operational standardization.
• Complete accurate training documentation.
RESPONSBILITIES/DUTIES
- Conduct ground, simulator, and flight evaluations.
- Evaluate pilot proficiency and compliance.
- Provide mentoring and remedial training as needed.
- Maintain training and checking records.
- Coordinate training with the Director of Training.
- Travel to the simulator as well as all bases will be required.
- Full time Check Airmen will also act as a relief pilot on the line to support operations as needed.
MEASUREMENTS OF SUCCESS
- Meets all safety standards to achieve zero aircraft mishaps or incidents.
- 100% FAA compliance.
- High pilot proficiency and standardization.
- Successful FAA audits with no findings.
- Zero training-related safety deficiencies.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & DEMANDS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Modality: Position is home based, but with extensive travel to any company base location, or location with Simulators or training centers HeliService USA utilizes for training.
Possible Work Hazards: Exposure to loud noises, aviation related chemicals, some lifting up to 50lbs
Physical Demands: Extensive Sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, pushing, and pulling, keyboarding, speaking. Additional physical demands may be required as these are a general description.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS/DISCLAIMERS
Job Description Disclaimer:
This job description is a general description of essential job functions. It is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform. All employees are expected to perform tasks as assigned by supervisory personnel, regardless of job title or routine job duties.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
HeliService USA LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Work Authorization/Sponsorship:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
Benefits:
This position is eligible for benefits and 401(K) enrollment after the standard waiting period. Paid time off (PTO) is dependent on position and awarded on an accrual basis.
Salary Range:
$110,000-$125,000 depending on experience. Additionally, once the individual is qualified as a Check Airman, he/she will receive an annual stipend of $7,500.00, paid in equal installments over 26 pay periods.