Helicopter Instructor​/Airman - EC​/EC- DTN

Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking a Helicopter Instructor/Check Airman (EC135/EC145) in Shreveport, Louisiana at the Metro Aviation Headquarters Helicopter Flight Training Center.

* Pilot Housing*

*$12,500 Stipend*

* Relocation Assistance Available*

* Subject to offer letter terms and policy*

Our mission is to provide the safest and highest quality traditional aircraft operations, completions, and maintenance so that we will:

• Allow our customers to safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile,
• Allow our employees to exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and
• Ensure the financial stability of the corporation.

Our goal is to find qualified candidates who value our mission and contribute to our overall safety culture. We invest in the well-being of our employees. The following FREE benefits are offered to all full‑time employees:
Family Health and Prescription Insurance, Family Dental Insurance, Family Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program.

The Instructor/Check Airman performs pilot training and evaluation duties in accordance with the Metro Aviation, Inc. Approved Training Program.

• Conduct aviation training and evaluation as assigned and qualified for in accordance with the Metro Aviation, Inc. Approved Training Program
• Ensure standardized pilot training/procedures are adhered to in accordance with the Metro Aviation, Inc. Approved Training Program, as applicable to aircraft assigned
• Assist the Assistant Chief Pilot (RW/FW) in:
• developing training standards for training procedures and aircraft maneuvers, and
• continuous development and improvement of the Metro Aviation, Inc. Approved Training Program.
• Conduct classroom instruction as required
• Operate aviation simulators or Flight Training Devices as required
• Submit required reports as directed
• Attend meetings/conference calls as required or directed
• Work with the Chief Pilot and/or Regional Aviation Managers concerning issues related to pilot job performance

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Possess sound judgment and objectivity in decision‑making
• Ability to work independently effectively
• Ability to create an environment that demonstrates teamwork and professionalism with diverse personalities and professional backgrounds
• Ability to maintain cooperative and harmonious relationships with internal and external customers
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and strong initiative
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite products

• FAA Commercial Pilot Rotorcraft Certificate and Instrument Helicopter Rating (ATP Rotorcraft Preferred)
• FAA 2nd Class Medical, preferred
• CFI and CFII highly preferred

• Total Time =
  2000 hours
• Pilot-in-Command Time =
  1000 hours
• Second-in-Command Time =
  1000 hours
• Turbine Time =
  500 hours
• X/C Time =
  500 hours
• Night Flight Time =
  100 hours (50 unaided)
• Instrument Time =
  75 hours (50 in flight)

• FAA 2nd Class Medical
• CFI and CFII highly preferred
• Air Medical Operations
• High Performance, High Altitude, and Complex Endorsements (or equal 121/135 Training Documentation)
• Part 121/135 Operations
• Aviation instruction
• Training curriculum development
• Bachelor's degree in aviation or related field

• Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, and walking
• Ability to conduct activities requiring a moderate to rigorous amount of static pushing, pulling, reaching, and lifting
• Capable of lifting 40 pounds floor to bench height
• Ability to hear and respond to routine aircraft noises
• Ability to wear a commercially available respirator mask with proper fit when requested
• Require close and distant visual…