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First Officer – Medical Air Transport; Pathway to Captain

Job in Northern, Floyd County, Kentucky, USA
Listing for: Pilot Assessments
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-04
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
    Pilot
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 90000 USD Yearly USD 60000.00 90000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
What you'll do
  • Assist the Captain through preflight, enroute, and post-flight operations to ensure safe, efficient missions across the Quest Diagnostics network.
  • Support all specimen transfers, including loading and unloading, in accordance with Flight Operations policies and the aircraft's Approved Flight Manual (AFM).
  • Prepare and execute safe, efficient ground and flight operations, maintaining a sharp focus on time-critical transport.
  • Serve as the primary safety monitor in flight and be prepared to assume pilot-in-command duties if the Captain is incapacitated.
  • Maintain current knowledge of the FAA regulations (Parts 61, 67, and 91), the AIM, the Flight Operations Manual (FOM), the AFM, and applicable policies and procedures.
  • Provide attentive, customer-focused service and collaborate closely with Flight Operations teammates and Route Service Coordinators.
  • Continue developing flight proficiency and specimen-handling expertise with the goal of transitioning to a Captain role.
What you'll bring
  • Total flight time:
    Minimum 250 hours.
  • Multi-engine time: 25 hours preferred.
  • Education:

    High school diploma or equivalent (required).
  • Certificates:
    Commercial Pilot License (CPL) covering multi-engine and single-engine aircraft with an Instrument Rating (required).
  • Regulatory knowledge:
    Proficiency with FAA Parts 61, 67, and 91; the AIM; FOM; and AFM.
  • Physical capability:
    Ability to lift at least 50 lbs and sit for extended periods.
  • Personal qualities:
    Service- and customer-oriented approach, excellent work ethic, and strong team player.
Why this role matters

Every flight you support helps deliver time-sensitive specimens that inform diagnoses and patient care across the country. Your commitment to safety, precision, and teamwork directly impacts the reliability of critical healthcare services.

Your flight path
  • Grow your flight and operations skill set with hands-on mentorship from experienced Captains.
  • Advance on a defined pathway toward a Captain position as you demonstrate proficiency and professionalism.
Base & operations

Home base:
Dallas, TX Operations supporting the Quest Diagnostics system.

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