Back Returning Candidate? Log back in! Maintenance Support Pilot Facility RW (ST. Louis, MO) ID 2024-6237 Category Aviation Position Type Regular Full-Time Remote No Location US-MO-St Louis Overview

Job Summary

The Maintenance Support Pilot - Rotor Wing will be primarily assigned to a Maintenance Facility to perform pre-induction maintenance flights, post maintenance flights, ground runs and ferry flights as directed by maintenance planning and maintenance leadership. Responsible for ensuring aircraft are airworthy and weather conditions are appropriate to conduct maintenance operational flights and repositioning ferry flights.  Responsible for briefing and/or supervising all associated personnel in aircraft operations as applicable.  Ensure compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) as applicable, and a thorough knowledge of Air Methods policies and procedures. Responsible for ensuring Air Methods aircraft are returned to revenue service fully operational, and capable of performing the air medical mission in accordance with OEM guidelines and supplemental type certificates. 

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:  

Operate all assigned aircraft in a safe and legal manner at all times (100%).Perform Aircraft preservation ground runs.Perform Aircraft post maintenance ground runs.Completes pre-flight before every flight verifying the aircraft is in an airworthy condition. Perform a complete walk around of the aircraft prior to entering the cockpit for flight and upon completion of each flight.Perform Aircraft post maintenance test flights for RTS (Return To Service) per OEM and regulatory requirementsFerry aircraft as directed.Responsible for ensuring all aircraft systems and installed equipment are airworthy and operationally functional when released for revenue service.Final authority with regard to operations of aircraft and for the safety of crew, passengers, cargo and equipment.Responsible for complying with PIC duties and responsibilities in the Air Methods GOM.Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Job Requirements

Regular scheduled attendanceIndicate the percentage of time spent traveling: > 50%

Subject to applicable laws and Air Method’s policies, regular attendance is an essential function of the position.  All employees must follow Air Methods’ employment practices and policies.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.           

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  In accordance with applicable laws, Air Methods will provide reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden so disabled employees may perform the essential functions of the position.

Education & Experience

High School Diploma or GED RequiredAssociate’s or Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from two-year college or technical school and two to five years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred1200 hours total time500 hours PIC in category500 hours turbine time100 hours of cross-country flight time, at least 25 hours of which were at night50 hours actual or simulated instrument time in flight and in category 

Skills  

Capable of maintaining qualification in multiple aircraft

Computer Skills

Proficient with Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating or ATP: Rotorcraft, HelicopterCurrent Class I or II medical certificatePreferred Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate 

 

INTERNAL Bidding ends: 11/14/2024 

 

Note:  This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position.

Air Methods is an EEO/AA employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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