Base Pilot Supervisor - AEL 141 Decatur County, TN

We invite you to join a team of highly skilled emergency medical experts, pilots and mechanics! Our mission of providing care to the world at a moment's notice is at the heart of everything we do. We are caregivers, first and foremost, and we will be there when you need us.

Job Summary

Ensures all operations involving Company aircraft are in compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations, Air Evac EMS Operations Manual, and all state and municipal regulations. The Base Pilot Supervisor (BPS) is the front‑line supervisor for the Line Pilots assigned to the base. The BPS works in conjunction with the Program Director to ensure the base operates in an efficient, safe, and economical manner.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and training to Base Line Pilots.
• Develop and coordinate pilot duty schedules with the Regional Director of Flight Operations.
• Coordinate flight planning activities and resources for mission support with the Program Director.
• Conduct local area orientations for all new‑hire pilots assigned to the base.
• Coordinate aviation activities associated with public‑relations events.
• Review, correct, and submit each base pilot’s monthly flight/duty log to the Regional Director of Flight Operations within the required time frame.
• Monitor pilots at the base and assist in day‑to‑day management of flight and administrative issues.
• Submit all assigned base pilot payroll grids to the Regional Director of Flight Operations.
• Operate aircraft safely and efficiently, emphasizing compliance with the Rotorcraft Flight Manual.
• Monitor forecast changes and current weather situations.
• Conduct pre‑flight inspections prior to starting shift or accepting transports, documenting discrepancies in the engineering log and notifying maintenance.
• Report to shift rested, prepared for duty, and stay current on weather and forecast changes.

Qualifications

• 2000 total flight hours.
• 1500 helicopter flight hours.
• 1000 helicopter pilot‑in‑command hours.
• 500 turbine hours.
• 100 night unaided hours, or 50 night unaided hours with 100 night aided hours.
• Preferred: Previous HAA experience or equivalent.
• One year of experience as a pilot with a GMR company.
• Previous supervisory experience helpful.
• Rotorcraft‑Helicopter Commercial Certificate.
• Rotorcraft‑Helicopter Instrument Rating.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Weight limit 230 lb when dressed in flight suit and boots.

Pay

• Annual stipend: $5,000.
• Salary range: $102,073 – $107,399 (including 15 % Geo Modifier).
• $15,000 sign‑on bonus, subject to eligibility.
• Retention bonus: $40,000 after 3 years, plus additional retention bonuses thereafter.

Schedule

7/7 schedule (seven days on, seven days off).

Benefits

• 24‑hour base housing provided at all locations.
• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Vacation and paid time off.