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VFR Helicopter Pilot

STS Technical Services
West Lafayette, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 6/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/10/2026

STS Technical Services is hiring Helicopter Pilots in West Lafayette, Indiana.

Position Summary

STS Technical Services is seeking experienced Helicopter Pilots to support air medical transport operations in West Lafayette, Indiana. This is a mission-driven role where precision, discipline, and decision-making directly impact patient outcomes.

You will operate in a 24-hour environment, flying time-sensitive missions under VFR and NVG conditions while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols and operational standards.

Incentives
  • Sign-on bonus up to $50,000
  • Location bonus up to 12.5%
  • Off-duty housing provided
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Competitive compensation with shift incentives and annual bonuses
Job Responsibilities
  • Perform line pilot duties in accordance with operational procedures
  • Conduct safe and efficient day and night air medical missions
  • Maintain compliance with all aviation regulations and company standards
  • Collaborate with medical crews and operational teams during missions
  • Assist with patient and medical equipment loading and unloading when required
  • Support Safety Management System initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
  • Represent the organization professionally in all interactions, including community outreach
Operational Details
  • Aircraft: Single-engine helicopter
  • Operations: VFR and NVG
  • Instrument rating required
  • 24-hour operations with rotating schedules
Qualifications
  • Commercial Helicopter License with Instrument Rating required
  • First Class Medical Certificate required
  • Minimum flight experience:
    • 2,000 total flight hours
    • 1,500 helicopter hours
    • 1,000 Pilot-in-Command helicopter hours
    • 500 turbine helicopter hours
  • Night operations experience:
    • 100 hours unaided, or
    • 50 hours unaided plus 100 hours NVG
  • NVG qualified or eligible
  • Maximum body weight of 235 pounds
  • Strong communication and customer service skills
Pre-Employment Requirements
  • Ability to pass background check and drug screening
  • Ability to complete physical and functional capacity exam, including lifting up to 100 pounds
Schedule
  • 7 days on, 7 days off rotation
  • Schedule may vary based on operational demands
Additional Information
  • Relocation assistance available with service commitment
  • Aircraft transition training may require a service agreement
  • Work within a structured, safety-driven aviation environment
About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is a leading provider of workforce solutions across aviation, aerospace, defense, manufacturing, and industrial sectors. We connect highly skilled professionals with roles that demand precision, accountability, and real-world impact.

If you are ready to apply your aviation expertise in a role where every flight matters, apply today or call 1-800-359-4787 to speak with a recruiting professional.

STS Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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