Staffing - Utility Helicopter Captain; Tulsa, OK

Location:

OK, US

Flexible Work Arrangement:
Onsite

Job Category:
Flight Services

Career Level:

Technicians / Crew

Requisition

On behalf of an external client, Jet Aviation Staffing has been retained to identify a highly skilled aviation professional to support the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the client’s flight department.

The ideal candidate brings significant utility helicopter experience, particularly in long-line and vertical-reference operations, along with the judgment and leadership ability to support a growing flight operation. Experience operating the UH-60 Black Hawk is highly desirable but not required. Candidates with substantial long-line experience on other helicopter platforms will be considered, as aircraft-specific training can be provided.

• Expert Credentials:
  Commercial Rotorcraft Helicopter Certificate with the appropriate FAA Medical Certificate required. Additional instructor, ATP, or advanced rotorcraft qualifications are preferred.
• Proven Experience:
  
  Approximately 2,000 hours total helicopter flight time preferred, including approximately 1,000 hours of vertical-reference experience. Strong utility, external-load, and long-line experience required.
• Aircraft
  
  Experience:
  
  UH-60 Black Hawk experience preferred but not required. Candidates with strong long-line experience on other helicopter platforms will be considered.
• Low-Level Operations:
  Nap-of-the-earth and low-level flight experience preferred.
• Flexibility:
  Ability to work a variable schedule based on customer requirements, flight missions, weather, and operational needs.
• Relocation:
  Willingness to relocate to Tulsa, Oklahoma, and establish a long-term presence with the organization.

• Leadership & Team Development:
  Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to lead, mentor, and develop pilots and operational personnel while creating a collaborative and accountable team environment.
• Commitment to Excellence: A safety-driven mindset with a strong commitment to professional flight operations, customer service, precision, and operational excellence.
• Utility Expertise:
  Extensive experience conducting long-line, vertical-reference, external-load, construction, powerline, or other demanding utility helicopter missions.
• Business Mindset:
  Interest in helping grow the helicopter operation by supporting customer relationships, evaluating new opportunities, and expanding operational capabilities.
• Decision-Making:
  Proactive and resourceful approach to operational challenges with the ability to make sound decisions in demanding and rapidly changing environments.
• Long-Term Focus: A genuine interest in becoming a long-term leader within the organization and helping build the helicopter department as the business grows.

• Fly the Mission:
  Actively conduct utility, long-line, vertical-reference, and external-load missions based on operational and customer requirements.
• Crew Leadership & Development:
  Mentor and guide pilots and operational personnel, coordinate crew schedules and training, monitor qualifications and currency, and support future hiring as the department expands.
• Champion Safety & Compliance:
  Maintain a strong safety culture, establish and reinforce operational standards, and ensure compliance with company procedures and applicable FAA requirements.
• Coordinate Aircraft Readiness:
  Work closely with maintenance personnel to ensure aircraft availability, resolve discrepancies, and support efficient scheduling of maintenance activities.
• Represent the Organization:
  Serve as a professional representative of the company when interacting with customers, vendors, regulatory agencies, ground crews, and aviation industry partners.

• Dynamic…