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Amentum

Helicopter Pilot (Instructor)

Fort Novosel, AL · On-site

$55.85/hr

Amentum is currently accepting applications for the position of Helicopter Pilot (Instructor) at Fort Rucker, Alabama. Applicants selected for hire will provide instruction in the UH-72. Military ...

Pae

Helicopter Pilot (Instructor)

Fort Novosel, AL · On-site

$55.85/hr

Amentum is currently accepting applications for the position of Helicopter Pilot (Instructor) at Fort Rucker, Alabama. Applicants selected for hire will provide instruction in the UH-72. Military ...

Pae

Helicopter Pilot (Instructor)

Fort Novosel, AL

$55.85/hr

Amentum is currently accepting applications for the position of Helicopter Pilot (Instructor) at Fort Rucker, Alabama. Applicants selected for hire will provide instruction in the UH-72. Military ...

KBR

AH-64E Instructor Pilot

Killeen, TX · On-site

Our foreign military aviation training activity builds lethal attack helicopter units through complex, joint, cross-domain, mixed MDS training against live OPFOR. As an AH-64E Instructor Pilot, you ...

Amentum

Helicopter Pilot (Instructor)

Fort Novosel, AL · On-site

$55.85/hr

Amentum is currently accepting applications for the position of Helicopter Pilot (Instructor) at Fort Rucker, Alabama. Applicants selected for hire will provide instruction in the UH-72. Military ...

KBR, Inc.

AH-64E Instructor Pilot

Killeen, TX · On-site

Our foreign military aviation training activity builds lethal attack helicopter units through complex, joint, cross-domain, mixed MDS training against live OPFOR. As an AH-64E Instructor Pilot, you ...

KBR

AH-64E Instructor Pilot

Killeen, TX · On-site

Our foreign military aviation training activity builds lethal attack helicopter units through complex, joint, cross-domain, mixed MDS training against live OPFOR. As an AH-64E Instructor Pilot, you ...

Caeus

AH64E Instructor pilot

Fort Novosel, AL

This position supports the Army Advanced Helicopter Flight Training program conducted at Fort ... Previous designation as an AH64E Instructor Pilot * Crew Member must have 5+ years * Operational ...

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How much do helicopter instructor pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for helicopter instructor pilot in the United States is $100,249.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,000.00 and $112,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a helicopter instructor pilot do?

A Helicopter Instructor Pilot is responsible for teaching students how to safely and effectively operate helicopters. They provide both ground and flight instruction, covering topics such as helicopter controls, emergency procedures, navigation, and regulations. Instructor pilots assess student progress, ensure adherence to safety standards, and prepare students for practical exams. They may also update training materials and keep up-to-date with aviation regulations.

What are some common challenges faced by helicopter instructor pilots during training sessions?

Helicopter instructor pilots often encounter challenges such as adapting their teaching style to suit students with varying experience levels, ensuring safety while allowing hands-on learning, and maintaining clear communication during complex maneuvers. Balancing the need to build student confidence with the imperative to enforce rigorous safety protocols is crucial. Additionally, instructor pilots must stay current with evolving regulations and new technology to provide the most effective training.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a helicopter instructor pilot?

To thrive as a Helicopter Instructor Pilot, you need advanced piloting skills, a commercial helicopter pilot license, and a certified flight instructor (CFI) rating. Familiarity with flight simulators, aviation weather systems, and electronic navigation tools is typically required. Strong communication, patience, and leadership are essential soft skills for effectively teaching and ensuring student safety. These abilities are crucial for maintaining high training standards and ensuring safe, competent future pilots.

What is the difference between Helicopter Instructor Pilot vs Helicopter Pilot?

AspectHelicopter Instructor PilotHelicopter Pilot
CertificationsCommercial Pilot Certificate, Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) for helicoptersCommercial Pilot Certificate for helicopters
Work EnvironmentFlight training schools, flight academies, or training departmentsCharter services, corporate, emergency services, or tourism
Primary RoleTrain and evaluate student pilots, ensure safety and complianceOperate helicopters for various commercial purposes

Helicopter Instructor Pilots focus on training and certifying new pilots, requiring specific instructor certifications. Helicopter Pilots operate aircraft in commercial settings. While both roles require similar certifications, their work environments and responsibilities differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Helicopter Instructor Pilot job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 53% Full Time, 41% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $100,249 per year, or $48.2 per hour.

Helicopter Pilot (Instructor)

Amentum

Fort Novosel, AL • On-site

$55.85/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Amentum is currently accepting applications for the position of Helicopter Pilot (Instructor) at Fort Rucker, Alabama.
Applicants selected for hire will provide instruction in the UH-72. Military aviation experience or UH-72 qualification is not required.
What We Do
Since 1989, Amentum Services, Inc. with its 400+ employee workforce, has trained and educated more than 1200 students per year. Providing classroom academic instruction and hands on flight training to nearly 500 students per day, our instructor skill and experience is without equal. Over the course of our 30 year tenure, aviation experts from Amentum have instilled nearly 30,000 pilots with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to fly and survive in today's complex aviation environment. Serving the aviation education needs of the U.S. Army, the U.S. Air Force, and many Allied partner Nations, Amentum has earned its reputation as a world class aviation education organization.
What You Will Do
Amentum instructors teach, coach, and mentor student pilots through intensive training designed to prepare them for their future roles as military aviators. Despite flight training's inherent risk, safety remains paramount in every aspect of our Rotary Wing Flight Training culture.
Boasting an unprecedented safety record with more than 2.5 million hours of flight instruction, Amentum instructors conduct flight instruction in an area encompassing more than 40,000 square miles within the National Airspace System.
Minimum Pilot Qualifications
  • Must possess an ICAO equivalent or FAA commercial pilot certificate and an ICAO equivalent or FAA flight instructor certificate with rotorcraft category, helicopter class and instrument helicopter ratings on both certificates, or be a graduate of any DOD rotary wing instructor pilot course for rotary wing aircraft.
  • Total Flight Time - 1500 hours. Flight time as pilot-in-command or second-in-command (per FAR 61.51); as Pilot in Command (PIC) or Pilot (PI) (Per AR 95-1) in aircraft of any weight or category is creditable for this requirement.
  • Must certify having a combination of 100 hours of hooded instrument, flight simulator instrument, or weather pilot time.
  • Must have instructed students in instrument flight training.
  • Night Flying - 75 hours.
  • Instructor Time - 500 hours.
  • Must have a current FAA Second Class Medical Certificate prior to beginning training.
  • Basic Warfighter Skills Applicants - must be certified Night Vision Goggle (NVG) qualified and having 200 hours of NVG time.
  • To be considered for this position, candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States and be able to provide proof of such authorization

IMPORTANT
Applicants are subject to Government approval and terms of a 12 month Employee Agreement
Compensation Details:
$55.85/hourly
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
07/14/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

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