Full-Time
Electrical Assembly Technician 1
Updated on 8/7/2026
Air Methods
1,001-5,000 employees
Private helicopter emergency medical services
Compensation Overview
$24.96 - $32.08/hr
Englewood, CO, USA
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- A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
- One to two years of related aircraft electronics or avionics experience is required.
- Formal soldering training is preferred, or the candidate must demonstrate acceptable soldering performance.
- The ability to terminate wiring, solder, and read wiring diagrams is required.
- Regular scheduled attendance is required.
- The position is subject to drug and/or alcohol testing under Department of Transportation and Federal Aviation Administration requirements.
- Fabricate, assemble, repair, modify, test, operate, and troubleshoot avionics and electrical modules, components, and wire harnesses.
- Mark wires; assemble lay-ups; and terminate wiring by crimping and soldering to engineering schematic specifications.
- Install wires and electrical components into electrical modules and assemblies according to engineering drawings and specifications.
- Check drawings for accuracy and applicability for assigned tasks and advise the lead or supervisor of deficiencies.
- Perform electrical continuity checks, operational tests, and acceptance test procedures on harnesses and wired components according to engineering and manufacturer instructions.
- Troubleshoot, repair, and modify electrical components and assemblies according to manufacturer instructions, engineering schematics, and accepted industry practices.
- Record work progress, certifications, completion, and testing on production documents according to company standards and established procedures.
- Maintain shop and work-area cleanliness.
- Attend the position regularly as scheduled.
- A Federal Communications Commission license is preferred.
- A Federal Aviation Administration repairman certificate is preferred.
Air Methods provides emergency air medical transport using a fleet of helicopters and trained clinicians and pilots to move patients quickly to appropriate medical facilities. It serves over 100,000 patients each year and operates 24/7, focusing on rapid response, safety, and high-quality patient care. The service works by dispatching equipped aircraft with medical teams that deliver on-scene and en-route clinical care during transport. The company differentiates itself through its large, round-the-clock operations, comprehensive clinical training, strict flight safety focus, and wide geographic reach as a private helicopter operator. Its goal is to deliver fast, safe, and reliable emergency medical transport to patients in need.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Acquired
Total Funding
$2.5B
Headquarters
Englewood, Colorado
Founded
1980
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 29, 2026 Emory Flight 1 rebrand expanded Georgia specialty transport capacity.
- March 19, 2026 Mercy Air 10 opened Blythe coverage for remote Eastern Riverside County.
- May and June 2026 Covenant Health and HealthNet launches widened Tennessee and West Virginia footprints.
What critics are saying
- February 22, 2026 Evergreen crash renewed NTSB scrutiny and partner trust risk.
- April 2, 2026 401(k) fiduciary suit adds another costly class-action overhang.
- The 2020 overtime class and 2023 bankruptcy show labor and leverage pressure can compound fast.
What makes Air Methods unique
- Air Methods runs nationwide hospital-branded air ambulance networks with local health-system partnerships.
- CAMTS accreditation and whole-blood capability position Air Methods as a premium critical-care operator.
- H145 D3 and EC130 deployments give Air Methods specialty transport reach across rural regions.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
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Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Full Company-Paid Life Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
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↑ 2%Air Methods, Emory Healthcare announce rebrand of AirLife 5 to Emory Flight. Share On... by Air Methods posted July 29, 2026 Branded H145 helicopter returns Emory Flight name to Georgia KENNESSAW, GA - July 29, 2026- Air Methods, the nation's leading air medical service provider, announced that AirLife Georgia 5, based in Kennesaw, has been rebranded as Emory Flight 1 - as the base received a new H145 helicopter to allow for expanded in-flight critical care transport. "This collaboration joins a national leader in air medicine with a national healthcare leader in ground medicine," says Air Methods Regional Sales Director Zach Nicholson. "Having two organizations that continue to push themselves to enhance treatment options will ensure that our shared patients receive the best possible care from industry-leading clinicians, regardless of where they are located in Georgia or surrounding states." The Kennesaw base is staffed by Air Methods' highly trained pilots, clinicians, and mechanics. The new aircraft will be large enough to transport Emory Healthcare specialty teams throughout the region, as well as carry specialized medical equipment, including baby pods for infant transports and large equipment to support complex cardiac patient transports. Crews will also carry blood products for in-flight administration of patients experiencing severe blood loss and at risk for hemorrhagic shock. "The addition of Emory Flight 1 represents an important investment in how we connect patients to the specialized care they need throughout the region," says Heather Brooks, RN, BSN, senior vice president of the Emory Healthcare Capacity Command Center. "As Emory Healthcare continues to expand access to advanced services across Georgia, this aircraft strengthens our ability to rapidly transport critically ill patients, deploy specialty care teams and support time-sensitive interventions. Through our collaboration with Air Methods, we are enhancing our capacity to deliver the highest level of care while improving access for the communities we serve." The aircraft will also act as an extension of Emory Healthcare's industry-leading Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) program, the most advanced form of life support for individuals with heart or lung failure. Air Methods clinicians are trained to care for patients needing ECMO treatment and will work with Emory Healthcare's ECMO team to expand that coverage beyond traditional healthcare settings. The collaboration returns the Emory Flight brand to the community after Air Methods and Emory Healthcare previously operated co-branded bases in Griffin, Jefferson, and Cartersville. In addition to the Emory Flight base in Kennesaw, Air Methods will continue to operate AirLife Georgia bases in Griffin, Cornelia, Jasper, Newnan, Covington, and Blairsville. Air Methods also has Lifestar-branded bases in Springfield and Hinesville. AirLife Georgia's commitment to excellence is further demonstrated by its Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) accreditation - the highest standards in safety, clinical practice, quality assurance, and training in the industry. The program is equipped to provide ICU-level care in flight, including the ability to administer blood either in the air or at the scene of an accident. In addition to providing high-quality critical care, AirLife Georgia is in-network with most major insurance providers. Its patient advocacy program also works directly with patients and families, regardless of insurance status, to ensure access to care remains affordable and stress-free. Prepaid memberships are not required.
Native Air has added a Pilatus PC-12 fixed-wing air ambulance to its Las Cruces, New Mexico base, which began service on 22 July. The aircraft, operated by Air Methods, has a range exceeding 1,500 miles and will transport patients across New Mexico, Arizona, and western Texas. The PC-12 complements Native Air's existing helicopter fleet, enabling crews to handle longer-distance transports and adverse weather conditions. The base is co-located with Native Air's helicopter operation at Las Cruces International Airport. Crews carry advanced medical technology including whole blood for immediate transfusion. Native Air operates bases across seven New Mexico cities as part of Air Methods' network. The programme is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems.
Hoops family children's hospital. HealthNet Aeromedical Services, Marshall Health Network unveil new H135 helicopter to enhance critical care transport in the tri-state region. Tuesday, june 16, 2026. HealthNet celebrates 40 years of service. HealthNet Aeromedical Services, in partnership with Marshall Health Network and Air Methods Corporation, celebrated its 40th anniversary and dedicated a new state-of-the-art medical helicopter during a special ceremony at Huntington Tri-State Airport. The organization will serve the Southern West Virginia hospital region from its Base 3 location at Marshall Health Network's Cabell Huntington Hospital with the new Airbus H135 helicopter, significantly upgrading the area's air medical transport capabilities. The brand-new aircraft replaces the current Huntington-based aircraft, which has left the system's fleet. Known for its speed, safety and versatility, the Airbus H135 is a modern workhorse of the air medical industry. The H135's advanced features include: * Helionix(R) Avionics Suite: This advanced system reduces pilot workload, enhances situational awareness, and improves flight safety with a user-friendly interface. A key benefit of the Helionix(R) management technology system is the ability to hover the aircraft at a specific point with zero control input from the pilot, which is especially critical across the mountainous terrain found in the Central Appalachian region. * Single-Pilot Instrument Flight Rules (IFR): This capability allows the aircraft to operate in a wider range of weather conditions, increasing HealthNet Aeromedical Services' reliability and mission flexibility. This is a first for the Huntington base. * Enhanced Safety Features: The H135's design and technology are engineered to further protect both the flight crew and patients. "For 40 years, HealthNet Aeromedical Services has been proud to serve this region with essential critical care transport, and this upgraded aircraft reflects our continued commitment to that legacy," said HealthNet Aeromedical Services president and CEO Clinton Burley. "We are grateful to the greater Huntington community for its decades-long support and our lasting partnership with Marshall Health Network to deliver premier air medical transport care to the individuals and families we serve." The aircraft's medical interior is custom designed for the unique demands of the organization's service area. The layout ensures clinicians have the necessary tools and workspace to provide exceptional critical care in the air. "This new aircraft is more than a transportation resource - it is an investment in faster access to lifesaving care," said Scott Raynes, president and CEO of Marshall Health Network. "Together with HealthNet, we are helping connect patients across our region to advanced care when every minute matters. This partnership strengthens access for rural communities and demonstrates what is possible when organizations work together to improve health and save lives." Air Methods Corporation, which oversees the organization's aircraft operation, has provided extensive education and hands-on training to the organization's pilots in preparation for the new helicopter's arrival and subsequent in-service status. "At Air Methods, safety and reliability are at the core of everything we do, and this aircraft represents the very best in aviation technology to support those priorities," said Air Methods CEO Rob Hamilton. "By equipping our pilots with advanced training and our crews with the tools they need, we're ensuring patients throughout the Tri-State region beyond have access to the highest level of critical care when it matters most." This is the fifth and final brand-new aircraft the program has incorporated into its fleet in the past eight months. With this addition, the program's entire fleet of ten helicopters is now solely twin-engine, instrument flight capable aircraft, reinforcing its shared commitment to providing unmatched care and safety for patients and team members.
KLEM newscast for friday, may 29th, 2026. May 29, 2026 Local bakers to retire following Farmers Market season Two longtime Le Mars-area bakers have announced they will retire from the baking business this fall. Rob and Joyce Scheitler, the couple behind The Scheitler Bakers and one of the organizers of the Le Mars Farmers Market, made the announcement in a Facebook post on Sunday. Speaking to KLEM, Rob Scheitler says the time was right to hang up the apron. Audio Player Scheitler says their retirement will not affect the future of the Farmers Market. Audio Player The Scheitler Bakers began in 2017, when Joyce joined a small farmers market group in Merrill, and has expanded from there into what Rob says is the largest in-home baking market in the Siouxland area. Audio Player The couple says they will continue to fulfill orders through September 30th and will continue working the Farmers Market until October, before hanging up the apron for good. LifeNet medical helicopter begins serving Siouxland region LifeNet of the Heartland is providing helicopter emergency medical service in Sioux City, and celebrated its opening with a Siouxland Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting luncheon in Sioux City's Riverside Park on Wednesday. Since opening last November, LifeNet 1-4 has already transported over 90 patients across the Siouxland region to receive medical care. Ethan Neff is the clinical base lead and head flight nurse. Audio Player LifeNet 1-4 crew members serve the tri-state area and fly an EC-130 air ambulance across western Iowa, eastern Nebraska and southeast South Dakota. Audio Player Craig Marshall is the area manager of Air Methods, the parent company overseeing LifeNet who previously partnered with Mercy Medical Center before it stopped operations in Sioux City. Audio Player Air Methods also partners with Unity Point LifeFlight, MercyOne Air Med and the University of Iowa AirCare, adding another 10 aircraft across the Hawkeye State. They also have bases in Omaha, Norfolk, and other Nebraska cities and can move those units around the region as needed.
AirLife Virginia, Henry County to host emergency services training expo. AirLife Virginia, in partnership with the Henry County Department of Public Safety, will host the inaugural AirLife Virginia Pulse Expo, a three-day continuing education event for EMS, fire, law enforcement and hospital professionals. The event is scheduled for June 26-28 at the Henry County Department of Public Safety, 1024 Dupont Road in Martinsville. According to organizers, the expo is intended to provide collaborative training opportunities focused on emergency response and patient care. "Pulse Expo will allow participants to collaborate, stay current on recurring clinical training, and build the muscle memory needed to respond with confidence," said Trish Dudley, business manager for Air Methods, AirLife Virginia's parent company. The event will include lectures and hands-on training sessions covering topics ranging from basic life support to advanced critical care. Planned sessions include neonatal and pediatric emergencies, trauma and burn care, cardiology, vasoactive medications, first aid kits, operational readiness and interdisciplinary response. Organizers said the event is designed to provide evidence-based training that can be applied in both field and clinical settings while strengthening coordination among emergency response and healthcare teams. "Pulse Expo is an opportunity for professionals across disciplines to come together around one shared goal: improving patient care," said AirLife Virginia Flight Paramedic Gary Ayers. "Strong partnerships are essential in emergency response, and when EMS, public safety, and hospital teams train together, they help build a more connected ecosystem of care that better serves patients and communities." Continuing education hours will be available for attendees. Registration is free, and food will be provided during the event. Additional information and registration details are available through Eventbrite or by contacting Dudley at [email protected]. Based in Martinsville, AirLife Virginia provides air medical transport services and works with first responders, hospitals and public safety agencies during emergency and interfacility transports. Enter your email address to receive weekly notifications straight to your inbox.