Corewell Health — Traverse City, Michigan, USA
Estimated salary for Commercial Pilots (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, May 2025): $84,540–$190,440 per year, median $123,220. The employer did not provide a pay range for this listing.
Corewell Health is offering up to a $20,000 sign-on bonus for this position! About the Team: At Corewell Health Aero Med and North Flight Aero Med, our pilots don’t just fly aircraft - they are trusted professionals, safety leaders, and essential members of a highly skilled medical transport team. As part of a hospital‑based air medical program, you’ll support critical care transport across Michigan, serving rural and urban communities when they need us most. Our pilots operate in a collaborative, just‑culture environment where safety is never compromised and professional judgment is respected.
You’ll fly modern, well‑maintained aircraft, work alongside experienced maintenance, medical and dispatch teams, and be supported by an aviation leadership team that understands what it takes to operate safely in our community. Essential Functions • Operates a Corewell Health Hospitals aircraft.
• Maintains required documentation per FAA / company standards.
• Communicates, collaborates and acts as a resource to team members and others in order to facilitate continuity and coordination of services. Acts as a resource to members of the community in outreach initiatives.
• Maintain accountability for the safety of aircraft operations.
• Provides input into the development / revision of policies / procedures related to area of accountability. Participates in process improvement activities to improve outcomes.
• Demonstrates commitment to patient and team member safety. Considers safety as the primary factor in all decisions.
Qualifications Required • Experience in Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and night operation
• CRT-Air Transport Pilot - Needs by 2 years
• CRT-FAA Flight Physical - DOT Department of Transportation Upon Hire
• LIC-Commercial Pilot License – FAA upon hire
Preferred • Fixed Wing Pilots: 3,500 hours total flight experience, 2,000 hours pilot in command of multi-engine aircraft, and 1,500 hours of pilot in command of a turbine powered aircraft
• EMS flight experience
• FAA part 135 experience
• Winter Operations
Why Pilots Choose Aero Med & North Flight Aero Med • Hospital‑Based, Mission‑Driven Program Fly for a not‑for‑profit, hospital‑based operation with its own FAA Part 135 certificate where safety and patient care drive every decision.
• Safety Is the Standard, Not a Slogan A mature Safety Management System, just culture, and leadership that fully supports conservative go/no‑go decisions.
• Modern Aircraft and Strong In-House Maintenance Support Well‑maintained aircraft (Sikorsky S-76 C++ and King Air 200/250) supported by dedicated aviation maintenance teams focused on reliability and safety.
• Respect for Pilot Authority and Judgment Our pilots are trusted professionals with clear operational authority over safety, weather, and aircraft decisions.
• Collaborative, Professional Crew Environment Work alongside experienced nurses, paramedics, mechanics, and dispatchers who value Crew Resource Management, communication, and mutual respect.
• Challenging, Meaningful Flying IFR, night, winter, and rural operations across Michigan - flights that demand skill, judgment, and professionalism.
• Investment in Training and Professional Growth Ongoing initial and recurrent training (no contract), in full flight simulators (twice annually), and opportunities to contribute to safety, policy, and operational improvements.
• Stable Schedules and Sustainable Careers Three 12-hour shifts with predictable rotations designed to support work‑life balance and long‑term pilot retention - no need to live out of your suitcase.
If you’re looking for a program where professionalism is expected, safety is protected, and every flight has purpose, Aero Med and North Flight Aero Med may be the place for you. Work Perks: • Comprehensive full-time benefit package offered by Corewell Health
• Additional provided life insurance coverage for pilots
• Company provided flight suit, coat and helmet
• Private pilot’s quarters with bed, desk and computer
• Well maintained base facility with modern fitness room, full kitchen
• Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) accredited
• Part 135 certificate managed by Spectrum Health Hospitals d/b/a Aero Med BTEA482C
How Corewell Health cares for you • Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status
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