At LifeFlight, the RWC serves as the pilot-in-command, leading and executing flight assignments in a safe, effective, and professional manner. The RWC evaluates Visual Flight Rules (VFR) options and Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) options when applicable. The RWC is expected to promote a Just and Accountable Culture, teamwork and strong Crew Resource Management, and work collaboratively with other members of the flight program to complete tasks. Utilizing a fleet of Leonardo A109SP helicopters with 4-axis autopilot, LifeFlight flies single pilot IFR helicopter operations across Maine’s vast and varied landscape, day and night, 365 days a year. No two flight operations are the same. This is a challenging, unique, and rewarding opportunity for an experienced rotor wing pilot looking to be part of a program making a meaningful difference across the state.
Job Location: Primary: Bangor
Pay: $106,049-119,022 per year
Requirements
Education and/or experience
- 2000 total flight hours with a minimum of 1500 helicopter hours
- 1000 hours Pilot in Command time
- 1000 hours of Turbine engine time
- 300 hours of Nighttime
- 100 hours Instrument time (Actual Preferred)
- FAA Class I Physical Medical Certificate
- Preferred helicopter EMS experience
- ATP Preferred, ATP written required within 1 year of hire
- Preferred Night Vision Goggle (NVG) experience
Or, if candidate is ATP rated or has recent Air Medical or SAR or NVG experience, then:
- 1500 total flight hours with a minimum of 1200 helicopter flight hours
- At least 1000 of those hours must be as PIC in rotorcraft
- A minimum of 1000 hours of Turbine engine time
- 300 hours under NVG
- 75 hours IFR experience (At least 50 hours of actual non-simulated Instrument experience)
License:
a. Commercial Pilot, Rotorcraft-Helicopter Instrument Privileges
b. ATP rating preferred. ATP required within 18 months of hire.
Working conditions/physical demands:
- Ability to operate helicopters and is exposed to non-conventional motion, noise, vibration, chemicals (i.e., jet fumes) and extreme heat or cold.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds using proper body mechanics and bend and carry heavy equipment and assist with carrying and loading patients.
- Ability to use maintenance stands and ladders to preflight aircraft.
- Able to refuel aircraft at the LFAS facility.
- Must live within 60 minutes of assigned base while on duty
- Works in a patient care environment on the aircraft and is exposed to possible infectious diseases and chemical toxins.
The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
Summary
Position Summary:
The Rotor Wing Captain (RWC) shall be granted full authority as the pilot-in-command responsible for the safe and efficient conduct of a flight assignment. The RWC will evaluate Visual Flight Rules (VFR) options and Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) options when applicable. The RWC will promote a Just and Accountable Culture, teamwork and strong Crew Resource Management, and work collaboratively with other members of the flight program to complete assigned and requested tasks. Must reside within 60 minutes of assigned base while on shift.