Second in Command (Co-Pilot)

Company Overview

HeliService USA is a veteran‑owned and operated aviation company established in 2022. More than half of its team are military veterans, bringing professionalism and operational excellence to every mission. Headquartered in North Kingstown (Quonset), Rhode Island, the company operates across multiple locations including Martha’s Vineyard, MA; Beaumont, TX; Norfolk, VA; and Dayton, OH, with a workforce of over 100 professionals. HSUSA flies the Leonardo AW169 on demanding mission profiles such as Offshore Response Rescue Services (RRS), Helicopter Air Ambulance (HAA), Helicopter Harbor Pilot Transfers by precision hoist, Wind Turbine Hoisting, and Offshore Crew Change. It is the nation’s leader in offshore wind support, the only dedicated U.S. operator in that sector, a recognized leader in helicopter harbor pilot transfers, and the world leader in hoist volume, conducting more than 15,000 hoist evolutions annually.

Position Summary

HeliService USA is seeking an experienced and dedicated co‑pilot to join the Norfolk, Virginia team. The role involves conducting IFR operations, crew‑transfer flights, and precision hoist missions with the AW‑169 helicopter in a dynamic offshore environment, with a focus on operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct IFR operations in compliance with 14 CFR Part 135 regulations.
• Execute hoisting missions in both on‑shore and offshore environments, adhering to company SOPs and safety protocols.
• Ensure operational readiness, including pre‑flight and post‑flight inspections, mission planning, and risk assessments.
• Perform offshore hoisting missions in accordance with company SOPs, safety protocols, and 14 CFR Part 133 regulations.
• Act as a Co‑Pilot while fostering a culture of Crew Resource Management (CRM).
• Maintain compliance with HeliService USA policies, FAA regulations, and the Safety Management System (SMS).

Qualifications

• Licenses and Certifications
  • FAA ATP or Commercial Rotorcraft‑Helicopter Certificate
  • FAA First Class Medical Certificate
  • Authorization to work in the United States
• Flight Experience (Required)
  • Total Helicopter Hours: 500
  • Total Hours in Command: 100
• Additional Preferred Experience
  • CFI/CFII or equivalent
  • Multi‑Engine Helicopter Hours: 250
  • Offshore experience
  • Helicopter Underwater Escape Training (HUET)
  • Strong knowledge of risk management, SMS, and FAA regulations
• Training / Specific Activities Required
  • Complete annual training as required by company policy and law.
  • Read all newsletters and bulletins to stay current on policies, procedures, and developments.
  • Employment contingent on successful completion of line training and release by the Director of Operations, Chief Pilot, and Director of Training.
  • Pre‑employment drug screening and background check in accordance with DOT/FAA regulations.

Work Environment & Demands

• Work Modality: In person
• Possible Work Hazards: Exposure to loud noises, aviation‑related chemicals, and frequently moving objects at high velocity.
• Physical Demands: Sitting, standing, walking, lifting, carrying, reaching, pushing, pulling, keyboarding, speaking; additional physical demands may be required.

Benefits

• Group medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary coverage options: life, short‑term disability, accident, and cancer insurance
• 401(k) plan enrollment after the standard waiting period (effective the first of the month after hire)
• Paid time off (PTO) accrued and prorated during the first calendar year; for a 7/7 schedule, 10 days per calendar year