Pilot
CurrentConduct flight operations in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) rules and regulations for search and rescue missions, medical evacuation operations and other law enforcement related missions. • Assigned shift work including holidays and weekends and are subject to 24-hour on-call during emergencies and staff shortages in addition to working in all types of weather conditions. • Demonstrate the ability to execute work that involves hazardous conditions such as maneuvering the helicopter in congested or unusual terrain.• Effectively executes the responsibilities for a crew of 4 and all operations of the AW139 aircraft and safety of crew. Assigns, reviews, approves and critiques work of the AW139.• Performs the full range of pilot duties and provides advice and guidance to other pilots as needed regarding operational procedures and FAA rules and regulations• Briefs crew members and passengers on aircraft protocol• Performs pilot functions to include flying helicopters as pilot-in-command for aero-medical missions; search and rescue missions; homeland security; disaster assessment and other law enforcement related missions;• Performs pre-flight and post-flight inspections in accordance with Aviation Command and FAA regulations and standards;• Performs maintenance functions to include aircraft interiors and exteriors, refueling and adding necessary fluids, and assisting with maintenance requirements;• Performs routine maintenance of hanger and office facilities;• Completes required training courses and exercises in compliance with FAA regulations and maintains all required licenses and flight certifications;• Makes go/no-go flight decisions concerning weather conditions, maintenance, and other flight safety considerations;• Knowledge of flying techniques required for day, night and instrument flying conditions; Ability to communicate effectively.
