BV 107 Command Pilot

About Columbia Helicopters

With over 65 years of industry leadership, Columbia Helicopters specializes in heavy-lift helicopter services. Our expertise spans aircraft manufacturing, global heavy-lift operations, and comprehensive maintenance support to ensure mission readiness during critical aviation tasks. Join a passionate team dedicated to excellence in aviation.

Role Overview

The 107 Command Pilot acts as the Pilot-in-Command (PIC) for the Columbia Model 107 Chinook helicopter. This position supports both domestic and international flight missions, emphasizing safe, efficient, and regulation-compliant operations. Duties include guiding flight crews, supporting project objectives, and upholding superior professionalism and customer service standards. Assignments can involve deployments across the U.S. and overseas in challenging operational settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Pilot aircraft as PIC, adhering strictly to safety protocols, efficiency, and applicable regulations and company policies.
• Employ astute Aeronautical Decision-Making, risk management, and maintain heightened situational awareness throughout flight activities.
• Lead and coordinate all facets of flight operations and personnel management within assigned responsibilities.
• Uphold exemplary standards of safety, professionalism, and operational quality.
• Serve as an ambassador for Columbia Helicopters with clients, partners, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders.
• Identify, communicate, and take proactive measures to mitigate operational hazards and safety concerns.
• Contribute to ongoing safety, efficiency, and productivity improvements within operations.
• Collaborate closely with project teams to ensure mission success.
• Ensure timely and precise completion of all operational and administrative documentation.
• Assist in achieving operational goals and support on-site activities as required.
• Provide management and stakeholders with prompt updates on operations and project progress.
• Assume the role of Project Lead when the Site Manager is unavailable.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by senior flight operations leadership.

Qualifications and Experience

• Possession of a Commercial Pilot Certificate or higher with a Rotorcraft-Helicopter rating.
• Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate or superior.
• Valid U.S. passport or equivalent for international travel capability.
• Minimum of 1,500 hours as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) in helicopter flight time.
• Experience operating heavy-lift helicopters.
• Background in aerial firefighting operations.
• Experience with long-line helicopter operations.
• Capacity to operate independently with minimal supervision.
• Capability to perform effectively in high-pressure and dynamic environments.
• Strong leadership, supervisory, and effective crew coordination skills.
• Willingness and ability to work in remote, austere, and potentially hazardous environments for extended durations.

Employee Benefits and Culture

Columbia Helicopters fosters a workplace where employees feel valued, challenged, and fully supported. We prioritize trust, collaboration, and meaningful work.

• Competitive salaries with a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, retirement plans, paid leave, and wellness resources.
• Opportunities for career development through training, internal mobility, and leadership guidance.
• A mission-driven culture empowering employees to contribute ideas and influence company direction.
• An inclusive, team-oriented environment where respect and mutual support are fundamental.

Equal Employment Opportunity Notice

Columbia Helicopters is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to protecting veterans and individuals with disabilities. Compensation transparency is protected under federal regulations. Disclosures of employee pay information are restricted to authorized circumstances, including formal proceedings or legal obligations, in accordance with 41 CFR 60-1.35(c).