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Estimated Pay info$63 per hour
Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Escondido, California

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HAA Lead Pilot Full-Time Opportunity

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

We're hiring aHelicopter Pilotto providemedical airtransportation services for REACHcustomers. Safety isa key pillar of ourservices.

Incentives

  • $106,511 - $117,162 Salaryincluding20%Geo Modifier
  • 15K Sign on Bonus, subject to eligibility
  • Retention Bonus Plans ($40,000 after 3 years, plus additional retention bonuses once completed)
  • Eligible for a $5000 Fire Stipend (Upon successful completion of the required Fire Check Ride, subject to applicable eligibility requirements)
  • $5K Lead Pilot Stipend (subject to applicable eligibility requirements)
  • On Duty Housing (for select locations)
  • 7Days On and7 Days OffSchedule

Responsibilities

  • Working with a team of medical expertstosafelytransport customers to and fromlocations and facilities
  • Ensure aircraft readiness for flight dispatchesas described in the appropriate manuals,includingallFARand REACH requirements, andaircraft cleanlinessduties
  • MaintainaccurateREACH and regulatorydocumentation andrecord keeping
  • Effectively communicate and collaboratewith dispatch, flight crews,facilities,and partners
  • Provide shift change infoto successivepilotandteamfollowingprotocol forrecordingA REACH change boarddetails
  • Accountable tomaintainrequiredcertifications and ongoing training

MinimumRequirements

  • Current Rotorcraft FAA Commercial Certificate
  • Helicopter instrument rating
  • Current FAA Class I or II Medical Certificate
  • Must meet U.S. Forest Service carding requirements:
    • 100 flight hours in the past 12 months
    • 50 hours in the AS350
    • 200 hours of mountain flight time (as defined by AIM
  • 2,000 Total Flight Hours
  • 2,000 Helicopter Hours
  • 1,000Helicopter PICHours
  • 1000 Turbine Helicopter Hours
  • 200 helicopter hours night hours aided or unaided
  • 230 poundweight limit with flight gear

Preferred Qualifications

  • AS350/H125Aircraft Experience
  • High School Diploma/Equivalent or Higher

Why Choose REACH?As a leader in helicopter air ambulanceservices,is one of's(GMR)family ofsolutions. OurGMRteams 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.

GMR's Core Behaviors-keep care at the center, raise your hand,seekto understand, find a way together and be accountable-uniteour teamsand 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 for individuals with a disability.

Competitive starting salaries from $106,511 - $117,162; 20% geo modifier included, not additional.

Check out our careers site to learn more about our benefit options.

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Posting ID: 1291440529 Posted: 2026-08-29 Job Title: Reach Lead Helicopter