Offshore Helicopter Pilot Jobs in Gulf of Mexico
Offshore pilots fly scheduled crew-change rotations to oil and gas platforms, typically on 14/14 or 28/28 schedules. S-92, AW139, AW189 and H225 are the dominant airframes. Two-crew IFR is the standard; long over-water legs in deteriorating weather, deck landings and HOIST/SAR-augmented missions define the work. Continuous hiring tied to oil-and-gas crew rotations. 7/7 and 14/14 schedules standard. Bristow, PHI and ERA recruit ahead of summer hurricane evacuations. US citizen or unrestricted right to work in the United States. ChopperSwap matches your licences, ratings and currency against open offshore helicopter pilot positions in Gulf of Mexico — candidates browse, apply and chat for free.
Frequently asked questions
What licences do Gulf of Mexico offshore helicopter pilot jobs require?
FAA licence with English as the working language. US citizen or unrestricted right to work in the United States. Operators typically require 3,000+ hours total, 1,000 multi-engine turbine, current IFR, HUET and offshore survival, plus an unrestricted right to work in the region.
Which operators hire offshore helicopter pilots in Gulf of Mexico?
Top employers include PHI Aviation, Bristow Group, ERA Helicopters, Rotorcraft Leasing Company, Houston Helicopters. Full list and descriptors are above. ChopperSwap aggregates open roles from these and other operators.
What does this role typically pay in Gulf of Mexico?
Entry-level: 121–154k USD. Mid-career: 160–204k USD. Senior: 209–270k USD. Ranges are gross annual compensation excluding per-diem, completion bonuses and overtime. Senior offshore captains and EMS chief pilots can exceed the top of band on tenure-driven contracts.
Is the ChopperSwap candidate profile free?
Yes. Every aviation professional uses ChopperSwap free, forever. Add your licences, type ratings, total time and currency once and recruiters reach out through the in-platform inbox. Only employers pay to post jobs.
How fast do Gulf of Mexico operators respond?
Most ChopperSwap employers respond inside 72 hours. Recruiters see your full profile (with privacy controls on contact details) and shortlist directly from the dashboard, compressing hiring cycles compared with generic job boards.
