Full Time Whether you work in the aircraft or at one of our six bases, everyone at STARS plays a vital role in helping to provide critical care, anywhere. Each year, we fly over 3,000 missions, providing worldclass critical medical care whenever and wherever we are needed, and every team member contributes to helping that VIP. We are a lifeline to the community when time and clinical expertise can make all the difference.

Whether you work in the aircraft or at one of our six bases, everyone at STARS plays a vital role in helping to provide critical care, anywhere. Each year, we fly over 3,000 missions, providing worldclass critical medical care whenever and wherever we are needed, and every team member contributes to helping that VIP. We are a lifeline to the community when time and clinical expertise can make all the difference.

We are currently looking for a Chief Pilot at any one of our bases in the Aviation department. This is a full-time management position that includes a minimum 0.3 FTE Line Captain and/or Training Captain schedule. Being a Pilot with STARS is about so much more than flying an aircraft – it’s about being a beacon of hope when the unimaginable happens.

Our Pilots undergo extensive, ongoing training each year to ensure they are at the top of their game, ready to respond no matter the conditions. Maintain professional standards among flight crew

- Oversee all required training programs for flight crew
- Review, process, and action crew reports; and provide direct supervision and mentorship to flight crew
- Additional responsibilities as delegated by the VP Aviation (Operations Manager)



Education & Related Credentials ~ Qualified as Pilot-in-Command on the Airbus H145 or able to achieve qualification through the STARS training program ~ Flight Instructor, Training Captain, and/or Transport Canada Authorized Check Pilot designation ~ Completion of a Transport Canada-approved Crew Resource Management (CRM) course ~ Proven experience developing and maintaining pilot training programs ~ Mountain flying certification and Night Vision Goggle (NVG) operational experience ~ Meets or exceeds Chief Pilot qualifications as outlined in the Canadian Aviation Regulations and Commercial Air Service Standards (CASS 723.07) ~ 300 hours combined IFR/night ~100 hours on a STARS-operated aircraft type ~ Strong Aviation training background in multi-engine IFR aircraft and in EMS and NVG operations
- Previous aviation management experience, preferably in a complex operational setting Eligible for Transport Canada approval as Chief Pilot in accordance with the Canadian Aviation Regulations and Commercial Air Service Standards (CASS 723.07) Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships across the organization These are detailed in the pilot Physical Demands Analysis that is shared during the recruitment selection process. All pilot roles are required to wear personal protective equipment. We provide a strong total reward offering inclusive of a salary tailored to your education and experience, comprehensive organization-paid health and dental benefits, free parking and more. When you join STARS, you become part of a community that knows we’re stronger together. It takes a team to deliver the highest standards of care, and we need you to help us be our best.

📌 Chief Pilot (Calgary)
🏢 STARS
📍 Calgary