Professional Helicopter Pilot / CFII with Experience
Michigan Helicopters
1675 Airport Rd
Waterford, MI 48327
United States
Minimum Certification Required
CFII
Minimum Flight Hours Required
1001
Industry
All Other Helicopter Jobs
Application Closing Date
10/31/2025
Security Clearance Required
No
Job Description
We are currently searching for the ideal candidate to join our family oriented Michigan Helicopter's team. The ideal pilot / instructor will provide quality instruction, occasional tours, and other pilot duties. Pay well above market standard and is commensurate on experience. This is NOT an entry level or time building position. Please email resumes ONLY. No calls please. If you don't meet the minimum requirements, please do not apply. USA Citizens only.
Pilot duties include ground work, office work, PIC OR SIC for flight operations. Other appropriate duties as assigned by the Chief Pilot include operating the aircraft in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with all appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), Rotorcraft Flight Manuals, and Company Policies. Pilot will maintain currency in the type of aircraft flown, proficiency in Part 91, Part 135 as appropriate to the position and current medical certificate in accordance with FAR Part 67. Pilot will maintain communications with crews, maintenance, and office personnel. Must work well with maintenance personnel to maintain aircraft in an airworthy condition. The best candidate will conduct themselves in accordance with our company core values.
Job Requirements
Must have recent helicopter instruction and piloting experience (within the past 12 months). High School Diploma or equivalent. R44 SFAR for PIC and instruction Required / Minimal 500 hours Instruction given in the R44 Required. Turbine Experience preferred. Instructor candidate must have demonstrated history of passing previous applicants. Current FAA Helicopter CFII License. FAA Medical – Second Class or higher. Minimum of 1000 Helicopter PIC hours required - Helicopter Time only. Fixed wing hours do not count towards this total. Helicopter Instrument Flight Instructor rating Required. Twin turbine aircraft Experience a plus. Valid U.S. passport or ability to obtain one. Must understand maneuvers, procedures, and emergency operations appropriate to the aircraft's individual characteristics. Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment. Must live within 1 hour response time of base located in Waterford, Michigan. Must have NO FAA accidents or incident history. Must have no DOT / Driving related drug convictions. Must be of high moral character and standing.