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Helicopter Pilot

Lake City, FL · On-site

$76K - $95K/yr

Overview Helicopter Pilot - Lake City, FL B407 GXP w/ Bell Auto-Pilot / VFR $15,000 Sign On Bonus ... Skills Pilots must have flown in category for a commercial operator or in the military within the ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Live Oak, FL

$80K - $100K/yr

Skills Pilots must have flown in category for a commercial operator or in the military within the ... The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$82K/yr

Skills Pilots must have flown in category for a commercial operator or in the military within the ... The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or ...

Army National Guard Units

$131K - $171K/yr

This is a Title 32 Excepted Service National Guard Employee Position Description Which Requires Military Membership*** As a HELICOPTER PILOT (Title 32) with the Texas Army National Guard, your duties ...

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Helicopter Pilot

Tampa, FL

$82K/yr

Skills Pilots must have flown in category for a commercial operator or in the military within the ... The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or ...

Amentum

Helicopter Pilot (Instructor)

Fort Novosel, AL · On-site

$55.85/hr

Military aviation experience or UH-72 qualification is not required. What We Do Since 1989, Amentum ... helicopter ratings on both certificates, or be a graduate of any DOD rotary wing instructor pilot ...

Pae

Helicopter Pilot (Instructor)

Fort Novosel, AL · On-site

$55.85/hr

Military aviation experience or UH-72 qualification is not required. What We Do Since 1989, Amentum ... helicopter ratings on both certificates, or be a graduate of any DOD rotary wing instructor pilot ...

US Department of the Air Force

$76K/yr

GS-2181-12 (Airplane Pilot/Helicopter Pilot): Applicant must possess a USAF Pilot rating, hold a ... S. military establishment in assignments that normally would qualify for progression into the ...

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How much do military contractor helicopter pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for military contractor helicopter 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 is a military contractor helicopter pilot?

A Military Contractor Helicopter Pilot operates helicopters for private companies contracted by the military to provide support services. These pilots may perform transport, reconnaissance, medevac, or security missions in conflict zones or other operational areas. They typically have prior military aviation experience and must hold the necessary certifications and flight hours required by the contracting company. Unlike active-duty military pilots, they work as civilians under government or private company contracts. The job often involves deployments, high-risk environments, and extended periods away from home.

What does a military contractor helicopter pilot do?

Military Contractor Helicopter Pilots often work highly variable schedules that can include long shifts, rotating hours, and deployments to remote or overseas locations depending on contract demands. Missions may occur during the day or night and often require rapid response to changing operational needs. Pilots commonly collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including ground personnel, mission planners, and maintenance crews to ensure safety and mission success. Flexibility and readiness to travel are essential in this role, as schedules can shift with little notice due to the dynamic nature of military operations.

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

To thrive as a Military Contractor Helicopter Pilot, you generally need extensive flight experience, current commercial or ATP helicopter pilot certification, and often prior military aviation training. Familiarity with advanced navigation systems, night vision equipment, and military-grade communication tools is typically required. Strong decision-making skills, adaptability, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are highly valued in this role. These attributes ensure operational safety, mission success, and the ability to navigate dynamic and high-stress environments.

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Infographic showing various Military Contractor Helicopter Pilot job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 1% 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) (TH-1H)

Pae

Fort Novosel, AL

$55.85/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago

Job description

Amentum is currently accepting applications for the position of INSTRUCTOR PILOT (TH-1H) at Fort Rucker, Alabama.

Applicants selected for hire will provide instruction in the TH-1H. USAF military aviation experience is required.

FLYING VERTICAL-LIFT REQUIRES special skills and rigorous training. The men and women of the US Air Force vertical-lift community are called upon day or night to fly difficult missions, often under challenging conditions. USAF vertical-lift carries out their missions in the world's most sophisticated Combat Rescue, Special Operations and Global Strike aircraft, from the MH-139 Grey Wolf to the CV-22 Osprey. All of them start their flying careers at USAF's premier helicopter flying training unit, the 23d Flying Training Squadron (FTS) at Fort Rucker, Alabama. Amentum Air Force Division is an integrated partner with the 23 FTS, instructing flight students in academics, simulations, and flight training for contact, instruments, and remote operations in the TH-1H Huey II helicopter.

Safety is paramount in every aspect of the training, and the program boasts an unprecedented safety record.

The training program occurs at an Army installation and is managed as a partnership between the Air Force, the Army and Amentum. It is just one of many instances where the Department of Defense has outsourced mission-critical technical and management assignments to Amentum. As one of the nation's leading multi-service contractors, Amentum proudly works in tandem with the armed forces to protect American interests at home and abroad.

Requirements

  • Shall have previously qualified as a U.S. Air Force helicopter instructor pilot. (CV-22 pilots who attended SUPT-H or UHT qualify).

  • Shall have been current in U.S. DOD military aircraft within the previous 4 years or within the previous 6 years if the candidate has performed 11 years of DOD military operational flying duty.

  • Shall have 1,000 hours of total DOD military helicopter time.

  • Shall have 200 hours of DOD military helicopter instructor time.

  • Shall have a working knowledge with all USAF flight regulations.

  • Must have a current FAA Second Class Medical Certificate prior to beginning PIT training.

  • Must not exceed 250 pounds in flight duty uniform.

  • Must be able to successfully pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI),

  • 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 for employment are subject to Government approval and the terms of a 12-month Employee Training Agreement. Applicants selected for hire will be required to pass and maintain a U.S. Government background security check. Applicants selected for hire must complete training and a government acceptance checkride

Compensation Details:

$55.85 / Hourly

Original Posting:

08/05/2026 - 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 atLabor Laws Posters.

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