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Helicopter Pilot jobs are open across emergency medical services, law enforcement, offshore oil and gas, agriculture, and tour operations, from entry-level commercial pilots to senior instrument-rated captains, with specializations in EMS transport, aerial survey, and external load operations. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
- Allow our customers to safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile,
- Allow our employees to exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and
- Ensure the financial stability of the corporation.
- Directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to the operation of the assigned aircraft at all times
- Perform duties in a professional and courteous manner to include interaction with customers, co-workers, Metro Aviation management, and the general public
- Maintain a work and training schedule as set forth by Metro Aviation, Inc. and also be prepared to occasionally serve extra duty shifts, when called upon, due to the absence of other pilots during vacations, sick or military leave, or when short-staffed at a base
- Attend Metro Aviation, Inc. or customer meetings as required
- Comply with all directives and guidance of the Metro Aviation, Inc. General Operations Manual, Operations Specifications, Policy & Procedures, Company Bulletins, Federal Aviation Regulations and any other guidance/directives/regulations as applicable
- Perform the duties and responsibilities specific to Operational Control, as listed in the Metro Aviation, Inc. General Operations Manual
- Perform proper pre-flight inspection, servicing (fuel, oxygen, etc.) and confirm aircraft airworthiness
- Maintain the cleanliness of the assigned aircraft.
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Possess sound judgment and objectivity in decision-making
- Ability to create an environment that demonstrates teamwork and professionalism with diverse personalities and professional backgrounds
- Ability to maintain cooperative and harmonious relationships with internal and external customers
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and strong initiative
- Proficient in directing and guiding
- FAA Commercial Pilot Rotorcraft Certificate and Instrument Helicopter Rating (Airline Transport Pilot Rotorcraft Preferred)
- FAA 2nd Class Medical (1st Class required at some locations
- Valid Driver's License
- Total Flight Time = 2,000 hours
- Helicopter Flight Time = 1,200 hours
- Total Pilot-in-Command Helicopter Time = 1,000 hours
- Turbine Helicopter Time = 500 hours
- Total X/C Time = 500 hours
- Total Night Time = 100 hours (50 unaided)
- Total Instrument Time = 75 hours (50 in flight)
- Air Medical operations
- Single Pilot IFR operations
- Night Vision Goggle operations
- Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, and walking
- Ability to conduct activities requiring a moderate to rigorous amount of static pushing, pulling, reaching, and lifting
- Capable of lifting 40 pounds floor to bench height
- Ability to hear and respond to routine aircraft noises
- Maintain a "duty" weight (body weight + uniform/equipment helmet not included) if applicable per program
- Ability to wear a commercially available respirator mask with proper fit when requested
- Require close and distant visual capability
- Periodic hands to key ability (typing)
- Temperature controlled office/rest quarters
- Exposure to outdoor aircraft facility with potential cold and hot temperatures
- Exposure to running aircraft
- Exposure to refueling systems
- Full Time
- 7 on / 7 off schedule
- 12-hour shifts
- Workover is available depending on the needs of the program
- Travel to required annual training
Harrisonville, MO 64701, USA
- Allow our customers to safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile,
- Allow our employees to exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and
- Ensure the financial stability of the corporation.
- Directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to the operation of the assigned aircraft at all times
- Perform duties in a professional and courteous manner to include interaction with customers, co-workers, Metro Aviation management, and the general public
- Maintain a work and training schedule as set forth by Metro Aviation, Inc. and also be prepared to occasionally serve extra duty shifts, when called upon, due to the absence of other pilots during vacations, sick or military leave, or when short-staffed at a base
- Attend Metro Aviation, Inc. or customer meetings as required
- Comply with all directives and guidance of the Metro Aviation, Inc. General Operations Manual, Operations Specifications, Policy & Procedures, Company Bulletins, Federal Aviation Regulations and any other guidance/directives/regulations as applicable
- Perform the duties and responsibilities specific to Operational Control, as listed in the Metro Aviation, Inc. General Operations Manual
- Perform proper pre-flight inspection, servicing (fuel, oxygen, etc.) and confirm aircraft airworthiness
- Maintain the cleanliness of the assigned aircraft.
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Possess sound judgment and objectivity in decision-making
- Ability to create an environment that demonstrates teamwork and professionalism with diverse personalities and professional backgrounds
- Ability to maintain cooperative and harmonious relationships with internal and external customers
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and strong initiative
- Proficient in directing and guiding
- FAA Commercial Pilot Rotorcraft Certificate and Instrument Helicopter Rating (Airline Transport Pilot Rotorcraft Preferred)
- FAA 2nd Class Medical (1st Class required at some locations
- Valid Driver's License
- Total Flight Time = 2,000 hours
- Helicopter Flight Time = 1,200 hours
- Total Pilot-in-Command Helicopter Time = 1,000 hours
- Turbine Helicopter Time = 500 hours
- Total X/C Time = 500 hours
- Total Night Time = 100 hours (50 unaided)
- Total Instrument Time = 75 hours (50 in flight)
- Air Medical operations
- Single Pilot IFR operations
- Night Vision Goggle operations
- Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, and walking
- Ability to conduct activities requiring a moderate to rigorous amount of static pushing, pulling, reaching, and lifting
- Capable of lifting 40 pounds floor to bench height
- Ability to hear and respond to routine aircraft noises
- Maintain a "duty" weight (body weight + uniform/equipment helmet not included) if applicable per program
- Ability to wear a commercially available respirator mask with proper fit when requested
- Require close and distant visual capability
- Periodic hands to key ability (typing)
- Temperature controlled office/rest quarters
- Exposure to outdoor aircraft facility with potential cold and hot temperatures
- Exposure to running aircraft
- Exposure to refueling systems
- Full Time
- 7 on / 7 off schedule
- 12-hour shifts
- Workover is available depending on the needs of the program
- Travel to required annual training
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Who's Hiring
- Metro Aviation32
- Air Methods20
- Amentum1
- Geisinger1
- US Helicopters1U
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in helicopter pilot jobs.
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with rotorcraft-helicopter rating
- Minimum total helicopter flight hours as specified by the operator
- Instrument rating and demonstrated IFR flight experience
- Current FAA Class II or Class I medical certificate
- Turbine or specific airframe pilot-in-command time
- Valid driver's license and ability to pass background and drug screening
Tips for Your Helicopter Pilot Job Search
List every certificate and rating upfront
Put your FAA certificates, ratings, and total flight hours in the top section of your resume, not buried in a work history entry. Hiring managers screen rotor-wing candidates by minimums first, so make those numbers impossible to miss.
Tailor your hours log to the role
EMS operators care about night and IFR hours, offshore operators want turbine PIC time, and agricultural outfits want low-altitude load work. Pull the exact hour categories the posting lists and mirror them in your application, showing you already meet or approach their threshold.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists helicopter pilot openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight type-specific endorsements strategically
If you're typed in a Robinson, Bell, or Airbus model the employer operates, name the specific airframe. Operators replacing or expanding a fleet often filter for pilots already current on that type, which cuts training costs and speeds your path to the left seat.
Prepare scenario answers around ADM and CRM
Panel interviewers at commercial operators routinely run aeronautical decision-making and crew resource management scenarios. Practice structured answers using a clear decision framework, referencing a real flight situation where you identified a hazard, evaluated options, and communicated with stakeholders.
Follow up with a brief technical question
After your interview, send a short follow-up that references one specific operational detail you discussed, such as a fleet type, a route segment, or a procedure the employer mentioned. It signals genuine preparation and keeps your name in front of the hiring team while they evaluate candidates.
Helicopter Pilot Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most helicopter pilots?
The companies hiring the most helicopter pilots right now include Metro Aviation, Air Methods, and Amentum, with the largest share of openings in Arizona, Pennsylvania, and Missouri, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand tends to be highest in EMS, offshore energy, and law enforcement aviation sectors.
How many helicopter pilot jobs are remote?
About 0% of helicopter pilot openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the nature of most rotorcraft operations, which require on-site presence. The sub-areas most likely to allow partial remote work are flight operations coordination, scheduling, and simulator-based training instruction roles.
How do you become a helicopter pilot?
You start by earning your FAA Student Pilot Certificate and logging dual instruction hours in a helicopter with a certified flight instructor. After passing a written knowledge test, a checkride earns your Private Pilot Certificate. You then build hours toward your Commercial Certificate, add an instrument rating, and accumulate the flight time required by the employer or operation you want to join.
How do you get hired as a helicopter pilot with little experience?
Focus on flight training operations, aerial tour companies, and agricultural operators, which commonly hire pilots who are newly commercial-rated and offer structured hour-building programs. Getting your instrument rating before you reach minimums and earning a type endorsement in a common training aircraft such as a Robinson R44 gives you a competitive edge over candidates with equivalent hours but fewer credentials.
What does the helicopter pilot interview process look like?
Most commercial operators begin with a phone or video screen focused on certificates, total hours, and availability. A face-to-face interview typically includes a review of your logbook, scenario-based questions on emergency procedures and aeronautical decision-making, and a company-specific operations knowledge check. EMS and offshore operators often add a simulator evaluation or a supervised observation flight before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to helicopter pilot jobs?
You can find and apply to helicopter pilot jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your certificates, ratings, and flight time, and apply directly to each listing that fits your background.
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