AA Command Pilot

For over 65 years, Columbia Helicopters have been a trusted provider of heavy-lift helicopter services. We create new aircraft, fly heavy-lift helicopters around the world, and provide maintenance support to ensure you are mission-ready for critical operations. If you are passionate about aviation, join our Columbia Family!

The AA Command Pilot will serve as pilot-in-command on Columbia Model 234 Chinook in support of Columbia Helicopters’ international and domestic flight operations.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Operates aircraft to the highest standard, safety, and efficiency
• Utilizes sound aeronautical decision making (ADM), risk management, and situational awareness (SA)
• Performs work in accordance with company policies, regulations, and guidance
• Orchestrates the flight operations and the activities of all personnel under the scope of their responsibilities
• Represents the company in a positive manner in all activities
• Promotes Columbia Helicopters’ core values and integrity while in conduct of their duties:
• Meets customers’ expectations to ensure the highest possible service
• Actively identifies and mitigates safety concerns and/or risks
• Seeks opportunities for improvement and productivity
• Coordinates and supports the project team
• Performs any required administrative tasks
• Assists wherever possible in the overall success of the operation
• Keeps Columbia Helicopters’ management and other interested stakeholders informed of job activities or other relevant information
• Serves as Project Lead in the absence of the Site Manager
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Flight Operations, VP of Operations, Chief Pilot, and Assistant Chief Pilot

WHAT WE NEED FROM YOU:

• Commercial Pilot License or higher with Rotorcraft Helicopter class rating
• Current Class II (or higher) FAA medical certification
• Currency in the appropriate type aircraft
• Type rating(s) as required by aircraft
• US or equivalent passport
• At least 3,000 hours PIC
• Long-line Part 133 qualification
• Ability to work in austere environments for prolonged periods
• Ability to work without supervision
• Ability to work in a team and high stress environment
• Strong supervisory skills

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)