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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 ...

Air Evac Lifeteam

Helicopter Pilot

Athens, AL · On-site

$87K - $95K/yr

This is not a Float Pilot position. Starting Salary Range: $87,019 - $95,720 Up to 30% geographic modifier, depending on location 15K Sign on Bonus 40K Retention Bonus after 3 years On Duty Housing ...

Air Evac Lifeteam

Helicopter Pilot

Athens, AL · On-site

$87K - $95K/yr

This is not a Float Pilot position. Starting Salary Range: $87,019 - $95,720 Up to 30% geographic modifier, depending on location 15K Sign on Bonus 40K Retention Bonus after 3 years On Duty Housing ...

Air Evac Lifeteam

Helicopter Pilot

Athens, AL · On-site

$87K - $95K/yr

This is not a Float Pilot position. Starting Salary Range: $87,019 - $95,720 Up to 30% geographic modifier, depending on location 15K Sign on Bonus 40K Retention Bonus after 3 years On Duty Housing ...

Air Evac Lifeteam

Helicopter Pilot

Athens, AL

$87K - $95K/yr

This is not a Float Pilot position. Starting Salary Range: $87,019 - $95,720 Up to 30% geographic modifier, depending on location 15K Sign on Bonus 40K Retention Bonus after 3 years On Duty Housing ...

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 · 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 ...

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)

Enterprise, 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 ...

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 ...

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How much do pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for pilot in Alabama is $118,661.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,600.00 and $140,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What do pilots do?

Pilots operate aircraft, flying people and cargo all over the world. Their job duties vary, depending on their industry. They conduct pre-flight checks to ensure the plane is in good order, coordinate with air traffic control, and assess and adjust flight paths as needed. Commercial plots update passengers on commercial flights or transport products on cargo flights. Some may even perform specialized duties, such as crop dusting in the farming industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pilot, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pilot, you need strong aeronautical knowledge, situational awareness, and a valid commercial pilot’s license with appropriate ratings. Familiarity with flight management systems, navigation equipment, and aviation safety protocols is essential, often supported by certifications like the Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate. Exceptional communication, quick decision-making, and calmness under pressure are standout soft skills in this field. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensure passenger safety, regulatory compliance, and effective handling of in-flight challenges.

What is the difference between Pilot vs Flight Attendant?

AspectPilotFlight Attendant
Required CertificationsCommercial Pilot License (CPL), Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificateCabin Crew Certification, First Aid & Safety Training
Work EnvironmentFlight decks, cockpit, cockpit crewPassenger cabin, galley, airport terminals
Industry UsageAirlines, cargo carriers, private aviationCommercial airlines, charter services
Job FocusOperating aircraft, navigation, safetyPassenger safety, service, comfort

While pilots are responsible for flying and navigating aircraft, flight attendants focus on passenger safety and comfort. Both roles are essential in the aviation industry but require different certifications and work environments. Pilots typically hold advanced licenses and operate from the cockpit, whereas flight attendants work in the passenger cabin ensuring a positive travel experience.

What are some common challenges pilots face during irregular flight schedules, and how can they manage them?

Pilots often contend with irregular flight schedules, including overnight flights and frequent time zone changes, which can impact sleep patterns and overall well-being. Managing fatigue is crucial, so most airlines provide guidance on rest requirements and encourage pilots to prioritize sleep and healthy habits. Building resilience to schedule changes, maintaining good communication with scheduling teams, and leveraging support from colleagues can help pilots adapt more smoothly to these challenges.
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Infographic showing various Pilot job openings in Alabama as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 3% Temporary. Highlights an 97% In-person, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,661 per year, or $57 per hour.

Helicopter Pilot (Instructor)

Pae

Fort Novosel, AL • On-site

$55.85/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 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

Original Posting:

07/06/2026 - 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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