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How much do conservation pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for conservation pilot in Michigan is $114,106.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,200.00 and $135,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a conservation pilot?

A Conservation Pilot is a specialized aviator who flies missions to support environmental and wildlife conservation efforts. Their duties may include conducting aerial surveys, monitoring wildlife populations, detecting illegal activities like poaching or deforestation, and assisting in habitat protection. They often work for government agencies, conservation organizations, or research institutions. The role requires both piloting skills and knowledge of conservation practices. Conservation Pilots may operate in remote areas and challenging conditions to support environmental sustainability.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a conservation pilot?

To thrive as a Conservation Pilot, you need a commercial pilot’s license, strong navigational abilities, and experience flying in challenging environments, often tailored by specialized training in aerial surveillance or low-level flying. Familiarity with GPS mapping equipment, aerial photography tools, and flight planning software is typically required, along with certifications such as an instrument rating or FAA Part 137 for certain conservation operations. Excellent communication, situational awareness, and quick decision-making skills help pilots coordinate with ground teams and adapt to rapidly changing conditions. These qualifications are crucial for ensuring safe and effective support of conservation projects, such as wildlife monitoring, firefighting, or habitat surveys, often carried out in remote or rugged locations.

What types of organizations employ conservation pilots, and what is the typical work environment?

Conservation Pilots are commonly employed by government agencies, wildlife conservation nonprofits, environmental consulting firms, and private contractors that support conservation efforts. The work environment often includes operating from small regional airports, remote landing strips, or temporary field bases, with much of the job spent flying over diverse terrains such as forests, wetlands, and savannahs. Pilots may work independently or as part of multidisciplinary teams, collaborating closely with wildlife biologists, rangers, and ground support crews. The role can involve irregular hours and periods of intensive fieldwork, but it offers the reward of directly contributing to environmental preservation and diverse natural resource management projects.

What are the most commonly searched types of Conservation Pilot jobs in Michigan?

The most popular types of Conservation Pilot jobs in Michigan are:

Infographic showing various Conservation Pilot job openings in Michigan as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, and 13% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $114,106 per year, or $54.9 per hour.

Clinical Manager - OH, MI, PA, or WV

AirLife

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago


Job description

This position requires 70% travel by car and plane. Preference given to candidates who reside near major airport in OH, MI, PA, or WV.
 

COMPANY DESCRIPTION

At AirLife, we are dedicated to improving the quality of every breath. Excellence with Every Breath is not just a tag line, but the way we work and take care of our customers. With a mindset to evolve, innovate, and grow, we are a premier manufacturer of the highest-quality and market-leading breathing consumables. This growth philosophy has positioned us to increase our global footprint and business reach, impacting even more people around the world. Our expanding family of the most trusted brands offers a product portfolio that spans the continuum of care from first responder to home care, with safety, patient comfort, and clinical performance in mind. Collective expertise allows us to provide quality products and experiences to our patients, customers, and our people. Our values of Customer first, Differentiate with our People, Bias for Action, Continuous Improvement and Accountability define who we are and how we work. Join us!


POSITION SUMMARY

As a Clinical Manager for AirLife, you will work across multiple departments within AirLife, with the goal to support the successful use of AirLife products.  Responsibilities include: clinician product training, product evaluations/implementation, training for AirLife personnel, interaction with clinicians for product feedback, answering product questions for end-users, research, interpretation of studies, medical writing, and others duties as appropriate.  You will compile and conduct research on product requirements and identify enhancements to current features and functionality based on customer feedback and opportunities to optimize cost and fulfillment. You will have responsibility for interacting with customers regarding training, product usage, in-services, clinical scenarios wherein AirLife products can/should be used and provide feedback on Sales and Marketing. Keep detailed logs and notes of customer training sessions and conversations.  Develop the company’s strategic evidence plan including the contracting, budgeting and execution of trials, white papers, posters and advertorials.
 

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge: Understanding of respiratory disease states, clinical application of AirLife products, familiarity with critical care and anesthesia environments, a solid understanding of the field of Respiratory Care and the application of therapies.

Level of Experience: 

  • Minimal 5 years clinical experience, 10 years preferred.  Critical Care experience required.

  • Registered Respiratory Therapist, RN, Paramedic, Anesthesia Technician

  • Excellent Public speaking and presentation skills, prior training experience a plus.

  • Computer proficiency in all Microsoft office applications.


Level of Education: 

  • Professional license


Travel: >70%


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Collaborates with a wide variety of functional areas such as sales, engineering, marketing, manufacturing, and operations to develop and provide product definitions responsive to customer needs and market opportunities.
  • Participation in the creation of AirLife’s evidence plan.
  • Produce competitive analysis materials comparing product with its key competitors.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with key customers.
  • Provides technical expertise and training to other departments.
  • Responsible for ensuring that customer requirements are met including deployment of user trials or pilot sales programs.
  • Conducts research on product requirements and identifies enhancements to current features and functionality based on customer feedback.
  • Conducts Customer and AirLife product training on-site and at trade shows.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Focus on achieving our Company mission. 
  • Demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in daily work; look for ways to improve and promote quality & safety. 
  • Inspire the trust of others; treat people with respect and dignity and embrace the value of diversity.
  • Use time efficiently; perform job accurately, thoroughly, and conserve Company resources to improve profits.
  • Contribute to building and maintaining a positive team environment. 
  • Assure all policies and guidelines are implemented and followed.

QUALITY POLICY

At AirLife, Quality is our promise.   It is our commitment to customer satisfaction and our dedication to product excellence in an evolving global healthcare market. This promise is kept through a continuously improving and effective Quality Management System and compliance to Regulatory Requirements.


DEIA STATEMENT

At AirLife, we are committed to building a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities and customers we serve. We believe our philosophy on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Advancement (DEIA) encourages excellence and equips us to serve an evolving global marketplace.


BENEFITS

AirLife offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), paid time off, paid holidays, bereavement leave, Employee Assistance Program resources, and medical leave benefits, subject to applicable eligibility requirements. Certain positions may also be eligible for bonus, commission, or other incentive compensation.


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About AirLife

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Industry

Medical equipment and supplies manufacturing

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Grand Rapids, MI, US

Year founded

1981