Helicopter Utility Pilot

Job Description

About Hillsboro Aviation

Founded in 1980, Hillsboro Aviation offers complete helicopter and airplane services comprised of five divisions: contract & charter, aircraft sales & management, service center, FBO, and parts sales. Serving domestic and international markets in the government, commercial, and private sectors, we have over 85 employees and 10 turbine aircraft. We operate out of our award-winning headquarters at the Portland-Hillsboro Airport (KHIO).

Our Vision

We believe in the power of a personal approach. We passionately purvey the notion of flight, a dream demanding creativity, persistence, resilience, and intent. We strive to foster a legacy of innovative thought, leadership, mentorship, service, and sustainability. We are dedicated to providing opportunity and growth for our team, our customers, and our community by providing extraordinary and memorable experiences in the air and on the ground.

The Position

Hillsboro Aviation’s contract & charter division provides services to the United States Forest Service (USFS), the Department of Interior (DOI), FEMA, large national utility (powerline & infrastructure), and high-tech companies as well as smaller companies and individuals. Our missions include search and rescue, short-haul (human external cargo, natural disaster relief, construction support, aerial firefighting, natural resource surveys, film/photo/news, and heli-skiing. Our fleet is comprised of Airbus H145D3, Bell 205 A-1++, Bell 407, Bell 407HP, and Airbus AS350B3e.

As a Helicopter Utility Pilot you will work closely with the Contract & Charter team to, depending on experience, perform search and rescue, short-haul (human external cargo), natural disaster relief, construction support, aerial firefighting, natural resource surveys, film/photo/news, and heli-skiing, operating one or more aircraft in Hillsboro Aviation’s fleet. You will report to the Chief Pilot and will be responsible for the following, including but not limited to:

Organize and manage the daily requirements of the contract

Represent Hillsboro Aviation in a professional manner, including courteous interaction with our clients, mission preparation and execution, and accurate and timely reporting of our operationally-related information.

Ensure the aesthetic appeal and general upkeep of the aircraft reflects our commitment to quality and safety above all else.

Ideal candidates are able to work independently within his/her areas of responsibilities under limited supervision, excited to represent Hillsboro Aviation in front of key customers, including foreign governments, community leaders, and business partners, and willing to assist in other projects or duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

With support from the office, organize and manage the daily requirements of the contract

Represent Hillsboro Aviation in a professional manner, including courteous interaction with our clients, mission preparation and execution, and accurate and timely reporting of our operationally-related information.

Ensure the aesthetic appeal and general upkeep of the aircraft reflects our commitment to quality and safety above all else.

Qualifications/Licenses

Commercial or ATP rotorcraft helicopter certificate (FAA)

Current medical (class 2 or class 1)

Current driver license with a clean driving record

Required Skills/Experience

Meet the requirement for FAR Part 135

1500 hours helicopter PIC

100 hours of helicopter PIC time in the last 12 months

200 hours mountain flying experience

Preferred Skills/Experience

Previous vertical reference experience (longline!)

Firefighting and/or utility experience

10 hours helicopter within the last 12 months in one or more of the aircraft operated by Hillsboro Aviation

Current interagency card

Instrument rating

Previous NVG experience

Rappel / fast rope experience

Hover step / tow-in experience

PSD and/or torch qualification

Deep-snow landing and cold weather experience

Restricted radio station license

Current passport

Benefits

Competitive pay structure

Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision

401K with employer match

Hillsboro Aviation’s growth and sustainability is rooted in its commitment to attracting a diverse set of talent from around the world. To that end, we encourage qualified individuals from all walks of life to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

This job will remain open until filled. Please do not call regarding the status of your application.

Full-time