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Direct Entry Captain — Embraer E‑Jet (E170/E190) | Type Rating Provided

Direct Entry Captain — Embraer E‑Jet (E170/E190)

Step into the left seat on the Embraer E‑Jet family with a permanent, direct‑entry opportunity. Non‑type rated candidates are welcome — comprehensive training is provided. Open to UK CAA and EASA licence holders who meet conversion requirements.

  • Employment: Permanent
  • Entry route: Direct entry
  • Fleet: Embraer E‑Jet family (E170/E190)
  • Type rating: Not required (training provided)
  • Licence holders: EASA, UK CAA
  • Medical: Class 1
  • ICAO English: Level 6
  • Visa sponsorship: Not provided

✈️ The opportunity

Command the E170/E190 across a dynamic network with an airline invested in your success. This is a permanent, direct‑entry Captain role with a structured E‑Jet training pathway for non‑type rated pilots. If you’re current on a multi‑crew jet/turboprop and ready to upgrade to command on the E‑Jet, we’d like to hear from you.

🧭 What you’ll do

  • Lead safe, compliant multi‑crew operations in accordance with company SOPs and regulatory standards.
  • Exercise sound judgment in all phases of flight, maintaining high safety margins and operational efficiency.
  • Coach and mentor flight deck colleagues, fostering teamwork and a just culture.
  • Deliver excellent customer outcomes through professional, calm and proactive decision‑making.
  • Champion continuous improvement in safety, training and operational performance.

🧰 What you’ll bring

  • Total time: 2,500 hours
  • Multi‑crew time: 1,000 hours on multi‑crew aircraft
  • Currency: Recent on previous type within the last 6 months
  • Licence: Frozen ATPL (A) with IR and ME, or MPL
  • Open to: EASA or UK CAA licence holders meeting UK CAA conversion routes 3, 4, 5 or 6
  • Passport: Valid with at least 12 months remaining
  • ICAO ELP: Level 6
  • Preferred: E‑Jet type rating desirable but not essential

🌟 Training and progression

Non‑type rated candidates will complete a full E‑Jet type rating and command integration program, designed to transition experienced multi‑crew pilots into E‑Jet command safely and efficiently.

📜 Key facts

  • Employment: Permanent
  • Direct entry: Yes
  • NTR: Yes — training provided
  • Medical: Class 1
  • Licence holders: EASA, UK CAA

📨 How to apply

Ready to take command? Submit your application via the employer’s careers portal and include:

  • Up‑to‑date CV
  • Copy of licence and Class 1 medical
  • Logbook summary evidencing total and multi‑crew hours
  • Passport copy (12+ months validity)

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not provided for this role.