Float Rotor Wing Pilot - IFR

About the role

Life Flight Network, a leading not‑for‑profit air ambulance organization, is seeking a Float Rotor Wing Pilot to professionally and safely operate aircraft for the transport of critically ill or injured patients. Pilots must demonstrate strong aviation skills, a keen sense of safety, superior customer service, and the ability to communicate effectively in high‑stress situations. This full‑time float position covers open shifts caused by line pilot vacations, leave, etc., with varied days, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre‑ and post‑flight inspections.
• Plan flights, assist in loading passengers, baggage, and cargo, and analyze weather conditions.
• Maintain logs and records as required and prepare written reports.
• Operate aircraft tug, tractor, and/or ground‑handling equipment.
• Utilize Microsoft Office Suite for documentation and communication.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
• Travel by personal or company vehicle throughout LFN’s service area as needed.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license, access to a reliable automobile, proof of auto insurance, and comply with LFN’s Driver’s Policy.

Qualifications & Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• 5 years’ experience as a professional pilot preferred.
• 2,000 total flight hours required, including:
  • 1,500 hours as Pilot in Command.
  • 1,000 hours rotor‑wing turbine time.
  • 100 hours instrument time preferred (minimum 75 instrument hours total, with at least 50 hours in aircraft instrument time required).
  • 100 hours of unaided nighttime flight.
• Air medical transportation experience preferred.
• Night Vision Goggles (NVG) experience preferred.
• Mountain flying experience preferred (evaluated case‑by‑case).
• FAA Commercial Helicopter Certificate with Instrument Helicopter Rating.
• Current FAA second‑class flight physical.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent grammar and strong verbal and written communication.
• Customer service orientation.
• Valid driver’s license, access to a reliable automobile, proof of auto insurance, and ability to travel as business needs require.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) with 100 % vested employer contribution.
• Tenure bonuses to reward 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 employee and household.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption assistance.
• Bereavement leave (including for pets).
• Paid volunteer time.
• Generous paid time off.
• Tuition and training reimbursement.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) as a nonprofit employer.
• Employee recognition awards.
• Multilingual stipend.