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IFR Helicopter Pilot

STS Technical Services
United States, Texas, Victoria
Jan 21, 2026
Location: Victoria, Texas Sign On Bonus: Up to $100,000 Off Duty Housing Provided STS Technical Services is hiring an experienced IFR Helicopter Pilot to support air medical operations in Victoria, Texas. This is a premium opportunity for pilots who want advanced equipment, strong compensation, and work that actually matters. Off duty housing is provided, and a sign on bonus of up to $100,000 is available for qualified candidates. Position Overview This role supports high tempo helicopter air ambulance operations, flying critical care missions where safety, decision making, and professionalism are essential. Pilots operate alongside medical crews in dynamic environments and are trusted to make sound judgments when seconds matter. Operation Summary Helicopter air medical transport operations IFR operations Captain level position Twenty four hour operations with rotating day and night shifts Off duty housing provided Aircraft transition training may require a service commitment Key Responsibilities Operate company helicopters for emergency medical transport, maintenance, and administrative flights Conduct all operations in accordance with FAA regulations, company Operations Manual, and policies and procedures Evaluate weather, aircraft performance, mechanical status, airport environment, and regulatory compliance prior to accepting flights Complete all flight and operational paperwork accurately and on time Maintain communication with Lead Pilot and Area Manager regarding aircraft status and airworthiness Represent the organization professionally with medical teams, passengers, and customers Report mechanical discrepancies in aircraft engineering logbooks Communicate mission status, itineraries, and estimated arrival times with flight crews, communications center, and maintenance Assist with loading and unloading stretcher patients and isolettes Complete all required company and FAA logs and reports Support Safety Management System initiatives Perform additional duties as assigned Compensation and Benefits Highly competitive compensation package Sign on bonus up to $100,000 Off duty housing provided Comprehensive benefits package Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED required FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating Current Class II FAA Medical Certificate Meet minimum flight time requirements: 2,000 total flight hours 1,500 helicopter hours 1,000 hours PIC helicopter Must meet company flight personnel weight restriction policy Strong verbal and radio communication skills Demonstrated customer service aptitude Ability to pass pre placement physical, functional capacity exam including lifting up to 100 pounds, drug screening, and background check Schedule and Location Schedule: 7 days on, 7 days off Base location: Victoria, Texas Off duty housing available Core Values Safety Absolute commitment to Destination Zero with zero incidents as the only acceptable outcome Efficiency Responsible use of resources to maximize operational effectiveness Quality Consistent, reliable, high performance outcomes Service Commitment to patients, communities, and fellow team members Why Join This Team This organization has spent more than four decades setting the standard in air medical transport. Crews operate advanced aircraft, follow disciplined training programs, and work within one of the strongest safety cultures in the industry. Safety is not a slogan here. It is how every mission begins and ends. #IndeedSTS