Direct Entry Captain | EMB 170, 175

Job type
Full Time
Category
Airline
Position
Captain
Aircraft
Embraer E170, Embraer E175
Pay
USD 161 per hour
Posted
September 23, 2026

Position Summary

The Direct Entry Captain serves as Pilot-in-Command in scheduled regional Airline operations, flying the left seat for a wholly owned subsidiary of a major U.S. airline group, with a flow-through pathway to the mainline carrier.

Schedule

  • Full-time.
  • Multiple base options available.

Responsibilities

  • Operate assigned aircraft safely as Pilot-in-Command in scheduled Part 121 operations.

Requirements

  • Qualified as a Captain with Part 121 experience from a regional carrier, cargo operator, or another Part 121 carrier.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Not Specified.

Benefits

  • Major-airline travel privileges.
  • Flow-through opportunity to the mainline carrier.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
  • Longevity credit toward vacation days and 401(k) benefits.

Compensation

  • Year 1 from $161.25/hour to $228.75/hour by Year 6; approximate six-year earnings $1,115,700, plus premium, holiday, and training pay.