Fixed Wing Pilot Second in CommandIntermountain Medical Transport LLC
Aircraft: N/ALocation: Salt Lake City, UtahNon-type rated
Total Time800 hrs
PIC TimeN/A
About This Role
Second-in-Command fixed-wing pilot for Intermountain Health's Life Flight air-ambulance operation, based at the Life Flight Operations Center (Salt Lake City, Utah). Works alongside the Pilot-in-Command on flight planning, system monitoring, and safety/regulatory compliance for patient-transport missions under FAA Part 135.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Assist the Pilot-in-Command with pre-flight planning, including weather briefings, weight and balance calculations, and flight route analysis.
- Conduct pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks to ensure aircraft systems are functioning properly.
- Monitor aircraft performance during flight and provide critical support to the PIC in decision-making.
- Communicate effectively with air traffic control and other operational stakeholders.
- Maintain knowledge of and compliance with FAA regulations, company policies, and standard operating procedures.
- Collaborate with the PIC to promote a culture of safety, operational excellence, and teamwork.
- Assist with documentation and record-keeping, including aircraft logbooks and trip reports.
- Represent the company professionally when interacting with patients, families, and the public.
What We Offer
Generous benefits package covering programs to foster wellness (living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged)
Requirements
- Commercial Pilot Certificate with an Instrument Rating or an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate; appropriate category and class ratings
- Current FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate
- 800 hours of total flight time (1000 hours strongly preferred)
- Pass a 135.293 check ride within the first 60 days of hire
- Preferred: Current Certified Flight Instructor - Instrument (CFI / CFII)
- Preferred: Live within one hour of assigned base
Preferred Qualifications
- Current Certified Flight Instructor – Instrument (CFI / CFII)
- Live within one hour of assigned base.