Helicopter Pilot Instructor

Job Description

Canadian Helicopters is a helicopter transportation service, maintenance support and flight training company that has been in business since 1947. It is Canada’s largest helicopter operator with over 20 locations across the country and a fleet of nearly 100 single‑ and multi‑engine aircraft.

Job Description

Based in Southport, Manitoba, we are looking for Rotary Wing Academic and Flight Training Device (FTD) Instructors to support the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) Contracted Flying Training and Support (CFTS) program. Instructors report to the Chief Rotary Wing Instructor – CFTS and will be assigned duties commensurate with their qualifications and on‑site requirements.

Responsibilities

• Deliver ground school lectures.


• Deliver FTD lessons.


• Conduct maintenance support activities as required.

Period of Work

This is a full‑time position, 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Licence
  Transport Canada (TC) Commercial Pilot Licence – Helicopter
  Foreign Commercial Pilot Licence – Helicopter
  Current or former RCAF helicopter pilot
  Current or former foreign military helicopter pilot qualification


• Hours – minimum of:
  500 Helicopter Pilot in Command hours
  or
  200 Operational Training Unit Instructor Pilot hours for military applicants


• Able to maintain TC medical for flying positions.


• TC Instructor Rating Class 1, 2, 3, 4 – waived for current or former RCAF and foreign military pilots in certain circumstances.


• TC Class IV Instrument Rating, or equivalent (preferable).


• Night Vision Goggle experience (preferable).


• Valid Canadian Driver’s Licence or an International Driving Permit.


• Must provide satisfactory documentation on request.


• Must provide a negative pre‑employment drug and alcohol test.


• Must provide an international criminal background check clearance.

Education

• Minimum of a completed university degree, or equivalent applicable knowledge.


• Graduation from a certified flying or aviation school.

Remuneration

• Annual salary: $110 000 to $200 000 based on experience. Bonuses possible based on performance.

Other Benefits

• Moving assistance negotiable.


• Housing for Instructor Pilots negotiable.


• Group insurance.


• Pension plan.

Language of Work

• Excellent oral and written English communication skills. French language proficiency is an asset.

Term of Employment

• Full‑time Permanent.

How to Apply

• Click on the following link: Rotary Wing Academic and Flight Training Device (FTD) Instructor.

Work Location

Canadian Helicopters Limited – Southport
25 Musketeer Rd East
Southport, Manitoba, Canada R0H 1N1
info@canadianhelicopters.com

Headquarters Contact

Canadian Helicopters Limited
1215 montée Pilon
Les Cèdres, Québec, Canada J7T 1G1
info@canadianhelicopters.com

Employment Equity

Canadian Helicopters Limited is committed to employment equity and diversity and building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the broad customer base we serve.

Working for Canadian Helicopters

• A unique occasion to grow professionally in a dynamic environment full of opportunities.


• Working with passionate, committed people who enjoy surpassing themselves.


• Being part of an organizational culture based on fundamental principles.


• Having an employer of choice offering competitive working conditions.

Contact Information

Website: www.canadianhelicopters.com
LinkedIn: https://ca.linkedin.com/company/canadian-helicopters-limited

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Not Applicable


• Employment type: Full‑time


• Job function: Management and Manufacturing


• Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing