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Professional Pilot Jobs in Alabama (NOW HIRING)

Fixed Wing Pilot

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$121K - $138K/yr

Fixed Wing Pilot Location: Birmingham, AL Airframe: Cessna Citation 550 Bravo Schedule: 14 Days On ... Conducts themselves in a professional manner to include being sensitive to the environment they are ...

Fixed Wing Pilot

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$169K - $197K/yr

Fixed Wing Pilot Location: Birmingham, AL Airframe : Challenger 605 Schedule : 8 Days On and 6 Days ... Conducts themselves in a professional manner to include being sensitive to the environment they are ...

Fixed Wing Pilot

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$169K - $197K/yr

Fixed Wing Pilot Location: Birmingham, AL Airframe : Challenger 605 Schedule : 8 Days On and 6 Days ... Conducts themselves in a professional manner to include being sensitive to the environment they are ...

Fixed Wing Pilot

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$80K - $92K/yr

Position: Fixed Wing Pilot - SIC Location: Birmingham, AL Airframe : Cessna Citation 550 Bravo ... Conducts themselves in a professional manner to include being sensitive to the environment they are ...

Fixed Wing Pilot

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$169K - $197K/yr

Fixed Wing Pilot Location: Birmingham, AL Airframe : Challenger 605 Schedule : 8 Days On and 6 Days ... Conducts themselves in a professional manner to include being sensitive to the environment they are ...

Fixed Wing Pilot

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$80K - $92K/yr

Position: Fixed Wing Pilot - SIC Location: Birmingham, AL Airframe : Cessna Citation 550 Bravo ... Conducts themselves in a professional manner to include being sensitive to the environment they are ...

Position: Fixed Wing Pilot - SIC Location: Birmingham, AL Airframe : Cessna Citation 550 Bravo ... Conducts themselves in a professional manner to include being sensitive to the environment they are ...

Fixed Wing Pilot

Birmingham, AL · On-site

$80K - $92K/yr

Position: Fixed Wing Pilot - SIC Location: Birmingham, AL Airframe : Cessna Citation 550 Bravo ... Conducts themselves in a professional manner to include being sensitive to the environment they are ...

Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment * Pilots must ...

Helicopter Pilot

Sylacauga, AL · On-site

$82K - $93K/yr

Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment * Pilots must ...

Helicopter Pilot

Sylacauga, AL · On-site

$83 - $93/hr

Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment * Pilots must ...

Helicopter Pilot

Sylacauga, AL · On-site

$82K - $86K/yr

Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public and strives to maintain a friendly and professional working environment * Pilots must ...

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How much do professional pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for professional 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 is a professional pilot?

Professional pilots are licensed individuals who operate aircraft as their primary occupation. They may work for commercial airlines, charter companies, cargo carriers, or private employers, transporting passengers or goods. Professional pilots are responsible for safely navigating flights, conducting pre-flight checks, communicating with air traffic control, and ensuring compliance with aviation regulations. Their training includes extensive flight hours, simulator practice, and certification by aviation authorities. The role demands strong technical skills, situational awareness, and adherence to safety procedures.

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

To thrive as a Professional Pilot, you need strong aeronautical knowledge, situational awareness, and a valid commercial pilot license (CPL) or airline transport pilot license (ATPL). Proficiency in using flight management systems, navigation instruments, and adhering to aviation regulations is essential, with certifications often required by aviation authorities. Exceptional decision-making, communication, and teamwork skills help pilots operate safely and efficiently in high-pressure environments. These skills and qualities are vital to ensure passenger safety, regulatory compliance, and effective flight operations.

What are some common challenges professional pilots face during multi-crew operations, and how can they be addressed?

Professional pilots working in multi-crew environments often encounter challenges related to communication, coordination, and workload management. Effective teamwork and clear communication are essential to maintaining safety and efficiency, especially during high-pressure situations like adverse weather or emergencies. Regular training, adherence to standard operating procedures, and fostering an open cockpit culture help pilots address these challenges and ensure smooth collaboration with co-pilots and cabin crew. Emphasizing Crew Resource Management (CRM) is key to building trust and minimizing errors during flights.

What is the difference between Professional Pilot vs Commercial Pilot?

AspectProfessional PilotCommercial Pilot
Required CertificationsCommercial Pilot Certificate, additional ratings depending on aircraftCommercial Pilot Certificate, specific ratings for aircraft types
Work EnvironmentVaries widely: airlines, cargo, charter, corporateAirlines, charter services, aerial work
Employer & Industry UsageUsed broadly across aviation sectorsPrimarily in commercial aviation operations

Both Professional Pilots and Commercial Pilots require similar certifications, but Professional Pilot is a broader term encompassing various roles in the aviation industry, while Commercial Pilot specifically refers to pilots authorized to be paid for flying. The main difference lies in scope and job responsibilities within the commercial aviation sector.

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

The most popular types of Pilot jobs in Alabama are:

Infographic showing various Professional Pilot job openings in Alabama as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 20% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $118,661 per year, or $57 per hour.

$121K - $138K/yr

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Job description

If your passion is flying and you want to work in an environment where every second counts, contact us today! 

Position: Fixed Wing Pilot 

Location: Birmingham, AL

Airframe: Cessna Citation 550 Bravo

Schedule: 14 Days On 14 Days Off

Annual Salary Range: $121,455.26 - $138,806.01

  • Annual scaled salary increases based on merit to a maximum of 171,704.39.
  • 15,000 Sign-On Bonus (Must Complete Training and Check Ride). 
  • 40,000 Retention Bonus (There is a 6 Month Waiting period and This is a 3 Year Program).
  • Up to 5,000 in Relocation Assistance.

The Pilot in Command is designated as the PIC for a flight or series of flights in accordance to the principles and procedures as required by FAR Part 135. The PIC is responsible for the safe conduct of flights to which he or she is assigned. The PIC is the final authority in the operation of the aircraft and exercises Operational Control on the Tier 2 level as described in Chapter 5 of the General Operations Manual. The PIC supervises the functions of any other assigned crew member during flight as required. The PIC must meet minimum qualifications as specified by Federal Aviation Regulation Part 135.243(b).

Pilot schedules are a rotating 14 days on followed by 14 days off duty assignment. While on duty, pilots serve a 12-hour shift (maximum of 14 hours if operating under Part 135) from home and must meet the program’s required report call-out time in accordance with the initial notification of a trip. Pilot shift assignments consist of either a day duty period or a night duty period and are scheduled the month prior by the Base Lead Pilot to provide pilots sufficient opportunity to prepare their rest cycle. Pilots can expect to serve the same duty period during their assigned shift assignment. Changes to duty periods within a pilot’s shift assignment are discouraged but can occur depending on local needs at the Base.

 

Minimum Required Qualifications

  • Must reside in, or be willing to relocate to Birmingham, AL.
  • Must have or be able to attain a CE-550B PIC type rating.
  • Previous medevac and/or cargo experience preferred. 
  • Hold, or be eligible to hold, an unrestricted FAA ATP Certificate.
  • 3000 Airplane Total Time Hours.
  • 500 Airplane Multi-Engine Land Hours.
  • 1500 PIC Airplane Hours.
  • Must hold or be able to attain a First-Class Medical Certificate.
  • Must be able to maintain First Class Privileges.
  • Must hold valid US Passport.

Education:

  • Minimum of a High School Diploma, GED equivalent, or higher. 

Responsibilities:

  • Complies with the duties and responsibilities contained within AirMed International general operating manual.
  • Ensures the aircraft is ready for mission in coordination with AirMed's global operations center.
  • Complies with all applicable FARs and OpSpecs.
  • Ensures that all pertinent information about flight operations will be disseminated through the operational control structure.
  • Conducts themselves in a professional manner to include being sensitive to the environment they are in at all times.
  • Attends meetings when required and may be required to attend training and check-flights outside of normal duty shift rotations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by Director of Operations or Chief Pilot.

 

Working Conditions: 

  • Required to work in outside weather conditions. 
  • Must be able to work night, day, and overnight shifts as assigned.
  • May need to ‘participate’ in de-icing the plane, towing the aircraft, maneuvering in and out of the hangar, and all pre-flight preparations prior to flight.
  • Travel required for training events or maintenance assignment

 

Physical Demands:

  • Must be able to stand, walk, climb, bend, balance, sit, crouch, kneel, or crawl unassisted for extended periods of time.
  • Must be able to transport themselves to and from work
  • May assist with loading patients, lift and/or move up to 150 pounds cumulative with assistance.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

 

Position Reports to:

  • The Base Lead Pilot.
  • The Chief Pilot.
  • The Director of Operations.

Why Choose AirMed? As a leading provider of air medical transportation services, AirMed is one of Global Medical Response’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com. 

GMR’s Core Behaviors—keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services. 


EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

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Our mission of providing care to the world at a moment's notice is at the heart of everything we do. We are caregivers, first and foremost and we will be there when you need us. With more than 38,000 employees, Global Medical Response teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services around the world. We provide end-to-end medical transportation as well as fire services, integrated health-care solutions and disaster response.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Greenwood Village, CO, US

Year founded

2018