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STS Technical Services

VFR Helicopter Pilot

Red Bluff, CA · On-site

$105K - $130K/yr

First Class FAA Medical Flight Experience Requirements * 2,000 Total Flight Hours * 1,500 Helicopter Flight Hours * 1,000 Hours Pilot in Command Helicopters * 500 Hours Turbine Helicopter Time * 100 ...

STS Technical Services

VFR Helicopter Pilot

Marion, IN · On-site

$50K/yr

First Class FAA Medical Flight Experience Requirements * 2,000 Total Flight Hours * 1,500 Helicopter Flight Hours * 1,000 Hours Pilot in Command Helicopters * 500 Hours Turbine Helicopter Time * 100 ...

Driscoll's, Inc.

Corporate Pilot

Watsonville, CA · On-site

... 1,500 hours Pilot In Command • 500 hours in Jet or Turboprop • 200 hours in type - preferred Education: • High School diploma required, two years college or technical training preferred ...

STS Technical Services

VFR Helicopter Pilot

Oracle, AZ · On-site

$50K/yr

First Class FAA Medical Flight Experience Requirements * 2,000 Total Flight Hours * 1,500 Helicopter Flight Hours * 1,000 Hours Pilot in Command Helicopters * 500 Hours Turbine Helicopter Time * 100 ...

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters

BHH Pilot

Lihue, HI · On-site

High school diploma or GED required. * 2,500 hours Pilot-in-Command hours documented and verifiable preferred. Exceptions made based on experience in like environment and aircraft. * 500 turbine ...

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters

BHH Pilot

Kahului, HI · On-site

High school diploma or GED required. * 2,500 hours Pilot-in-Command hours documented and verifiable preferred. Exceptions made based on experience in like environment and aircraft. * 500 turbine ...

Textron

Pilot - Skillbridge

Cherry Point, NC · On-site

... • 500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) of any fixed wing DOD-owned/operated fighter aircraft Specific Air Force Contract Qualifications • 1200 hours total PIC of a tactical military aircraft • ...

Mayo Clinic

Pilot - Second in Command

Rochester, MN · On-site

$42.31 - $63.50/hr

Prefer 500 hours PIC airplane. Prefer 200 hours cross country. Prefer 100 hours IFR, 50 of which ... Pilot weight must not exceed 250 pounds (114 kilograms). Current Commercial Airplane Multi-Engine ...

Air Methods

Temporary Helicopter Pilot

Langhorne, PA

$84K - $105K/yr

Temporary Rotor Wing Pilot - Temple MedFlight Langhorne, PA EMS Air Medical Aircraft: EC135 (VFR ... 1000 hours PIC in category * 500 hours of rotor-wing turbine time * 200 hours of cross-country ...

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Temporary Helicopter Pilot

Langhorne, PA

$84K - $105K/yr

Overview Temporary Rotor Wing Pilot - Temple MedFlightLanghorne, PAEMS Air Medical Aircraft: EC135 ... 1000 hours PIC in category * 500 hours of rotor-wing turbine time * 200 hours of cross-country ...

Air Methods

Temporary Helicopter Pilot

Langhorne, PA · On-site

$84K - $105K/yr

Overview Temporary Rotor Wing Pilot - Temple MedFlight Langhorne, PA EMS Air Medical Aircraft ... 1000 hours PIC in category * 500 hours of rotor-wing turbine time * 200 hours of cross-country ...

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Temporary Helicopter Pilot

Langhorne, PA

$84K - $105K/yr

Temporary Rotor Wing Pilot - Temple MedFlight Langhorne, PA EMS Air Medical Aircraft: EC135 (VFR ... 1000 hours PIC in category * 500 hours of rotor-wing turbine time * 200 hours of cross-country ...

New

Textron

... 500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) of any fixed wing DOD-owned/operated fighter aircraft Specific Air Force Contract Qualifications 1200 hours total PIC of a tactical military aircraft Current in a ...

Air Methods

Temporary Helicopter Pilot

Taos, NM

$87K - $109K/yr

Temporary Rotor Wing Pilot - TriState Careflight Taos, NM EMS Air Medical Aircraft: AS350 (VFR) 110 ... hours PIC in category • 500 hours of rotor wing turbine time • 200 hours of cross-country ...

Air Methods

Temporary Helicopter Pilot

Taos, NM · On-site

$87K - $109K/yr

Overview Temporary Rotor Wing Pilot - TriState Careflight Taos, NM EMS Air Medical Aircraft: AS350 ... hours PIC in category • 500 hours of rotor wing turbine time • 200 hours of cross-country ...

Air Methods

Temporary Helicopter Pilot

Taos, NM

$87K - $109K/yr

Temporary Rotor Wing Pilot - TriState Careflight Taos, NM EMS Air Medical Aircraft: AS350 (VFR) 110 ... hours PIC in category • 500 hours of rotor wing turbine time • 200 hours of cross-country ...

Air Methods

Temporary Helicopter Pilot

Taos, NM

$87K - $109K/yr

Overview Temporary Rotor Wing Pilot - TriState Careflight Taos, NMEMS Air Medical Aircraft: AS350 ... 500 hours of rotor wing turbine time 200 hours of cross-country flight time, at least 50 hours of ...

Mayo Clinic

Pilot - Second in Command

Rochester, MN · On-site

Prefer 500 hours PIC airplane. Prefer 200 hours cross country. Prefer 100 hours IFR, 50 of which ... Pilot weight must not exceed 250 pounds (114 kilograms). Current Commercial Airplane Multi-Engine ...

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As of Jun 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for temporary 500 hour pilot in the United States is $130,916.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary 500 Hour Pilot vs Flight Instructor?

AspectTemporary 500 Hour PilotFlight Instructor
Required CertificationsPrivate Pilot License (PPL), 500 flight hoursCertified Flight Instructor (CFI), PPL
Work EnvironmentPart-time or temporary flying jobs, often for training or charterFlight training environments, flight schools
Employer & Industry UsageAirlines, charter companies, training programsFlight schools, training academies

The Temporary 500 Hour Pilot typically holds a Private Pilot License with 500 flight hours and works in temporary flying roles. A Flight Instructor also holds a PPL but is primarily involved in training new pilots. While both roles require similar certifications, the Temporary 500 Hour Pilot focuses on flying jobs, whereas the Flight Instructor specializes in teaching and training.

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VFR Helicopter Pilot

VFR Helicopter Pilot

STS Technical Services

Red Bluff, CA • On-site

$105K - $130K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

STS Technical Services is hiring a VFR Helicopter Pilot to support air medical transport operations based in Red Bluff, California. This position places experienced pilots at the center of emergency medical response, flying critical care missions where safety, precision, and disciplined decision making are essential.
Pilots in this role operate Bell 407 aircraft in support of rapid patient transport across the region. Operations run 24 hours per day with rotating day and night schedules under VFR and Night Vision Goggle (NVG) conditions.
This is a mission driven aviation role built for professionals who value purpose, operational discipline, and a strong safety culture.
Position Overview
STS Technical Services is recruiting an experienced Air Medical Helicopter Pilot to support operations for a leading air medical transport provider based in Red Bluff, California.
Pilots in this role conduct critical care transport missions, providing rapid response to patients in urgent situations. You will operate in challenging environments where precision, professionalism, and safety are essential.
Operations include 24 hour coverage with day and night rotations, flying under VFR and Night Vision Goggle (NVG) conditions.
Aircraft and Operational Details
  • Aircraft: Bell 407
  • Location: Red Bluff, California
  • Schedule: 7 days on / 7 days off rotation
  • 24 hour operational coverage
  • Day and night flight operations
  • VFR and NVG operations

Compensation
  • Sign On Bonus: Up to $50,000
  • Location Bonus: Up to 25%
  • Potential annual earnings: $105,073 to $130,391
  • Shift bonuses, overtime incentives, and annual safety and performance bonuses

Note: California candidates may receive up to $25,000 of the sign on bonus, with additional overtime and double time hours potentially increasing total bonus value.
Relocation assistance is available, but housing is not provided.
Key Responsibilities
  • Perform line pilot duties in accordance with operational procedures
  • Safely operate a Bell 407 helicopter during air medical transport missions
  • Assist with patient and equipment loading as needed
  • Maintain strict adherence to operational procedures and safety protocols
  • Participate in community outreach and company safety initiatives
  • Collaborate with medical crews to ensure safe and efficient patient transport

Minimum Qualifications
  • Commercial Helicopter Pilot Certificate
  • Instrument Rating
  • First Class FAA Medical

Flight Experience Requirements
  • 2,000 Total Flight Hours
  • 1,500 Helicopter Flight Hours
  • 1,000 Hours Pilot in Command Helicopters
  • 500 Hours Turbine Helicopter Time
  • 100 Hours Unaided Night Operations - or -
  • 50 Hours Unaided Night + 100 Hours Night Vision Goggle (NVG)

Additional Requirements
  • Maximum body weight: 235 lbs
  • Ability to assist with lifting up to 100 pounds during patient or equipment loading
  • Must pass pre placement physical, drug screen, and background check
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
  • Candidates must reside within one hour of the base location

Schedule
  • 7 days on / 7 days off rotation
  • Day and night flight operations
  • Base schedule may rotate depending on operational needs

About STS Technical Services
STS Technical Services is a leading provider of workforce solutions across aviation, aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and industrial markets. We connect highly skilled professionals with mission critical roles that make a real difference.
STS Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status.
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