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ERJ‑145 Captain — Direct Entry with Fast‑Track Type Rating (No TR Required)

✈️ ERJ‑145 Captain — Direct Entry with Fast‑Track Type Rating (No TR Required)

  • Employment: Permanent
  • Aircraft: Embraer ERJ Family (ERJ‑145)
  • Type Rating: Not required — training provided
  • License required: CPL, IR, ME
  • Open to license holders: FAA
  • Medical: Class 1
  • Visa sponsorship: Not provided
  • Recent flight time: Minimum 100 hours within the last 12 months

✈️ The Opportunity

Step into the left seat of the ERJ‑145 as a Direct Entry Captain. Join a dependable regional operation where safety, professionalism, and care guide every decision. If you bring proven airmanship and leadership, we’ll provide a fast‑track path to your ERJ type rating — getting you qualified quickly and safely in a permanent, line‑flying role.

🧭 What You’ll Do

  • Serve as Pilot in Command on ERJ‑145 flights, operating to company SOPs and all regulatory standards with safety as the non‑negotiable priority.
  • Own flight preparation end‑to‑end: performance data, fuel and weight planning, weather review, briefings, checklists, and post‑flight reports.
  • Lead effective crew resource management and coordinate seamlessly with Flight Attendants, Ground Operations, Maintenance, Dispatch/Mission Control, and ATC.
  • Exercise sound judgment in dynamic conditions — weather, operational constraints, and schedule changes — preserving safety and operational integrity.
  • Champion a warm, professional onboard environment and proactively resolve customer issues to elevate the journey.
  • Model a culture of accountability, compliance, and continuous improvement on the line and in training.

🧰 Minimum Requirements

  • Total time: 2,500 hours
  • Multi‑engine: 500 hours
  • Turbine: 500 hours
  • Recent flight time: Minimum 100 hours in the last 12 months
  • Licenses: CPL, IR, ME (FAA)
  • Medical: Class 1
  • Type rating: Not required (training provided)

🌟 Preferred Experience

  • 3,000+ hours total time
  • 1,000+ multi‑engine hours
  • Embraer 135/145 time or recent ERJ family experience

🧠 Who You Are

  • Adaptable: Confident in fast‑moving operations and quick to pivot with changing priorities and weather.
  • Detail‑Driven: From dispatch release to shutdown, you sweat the details that keep flights safe and on time.
  • Sound Judgment: You make timely, safety‑first decisions under pressure.
  • Customer‑Focused: You create a welcoming, professional experience for every passenger.
  • Clear Communicator: You keep the flight deck, cabin, ground teams, maintenance, and Mission Control aligned.
  • Forward‑Looking: You anticipate needs and address issues before they become problems.
  • Safety‑First: You hold yourself and others to the highest safety and compliance standards.
  • Ownership Mindset: You bring ideas that streamline processes and elevate the customer experience.

🪪 Certifications & Documents

  • Current and valid Driver’s License and Passport
  • Current and valid FCC Radio Operator’s Permit

🔎 Additional Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • No FAA violations, accidents, incidents, or suspensions
  • No significant training or check ride failures

🚀 Fast‑Track Training

Join a proven ERJ operation with an accelerated syllabus designed for experienced, non‑type‑rated pilots. You’ll master aircraft systems, SOPs, and real‑world line procedures — moving efficiently from classroom to cockpit while upholding uncompromising safety and standards.

📨 Ready to Apply?

Bring your experience to the ERJ‑145. Submit your resume and a current hours breakdown highlighting total, multi‑engine, turbine, and recent flight time. Qualified candidates will be contacted with next steps.

Note: Visa sponsorship is not provided for this role.