Direct Entry Captain | Embraer E195-E2
- Job type
- Full Time
- Category
- Airline, International
- Position
- Captain
- Aircraft
- Embraer E195
- Posted
- September 4, 2026
Position Summary
The Embraer E195-E2 Direct Entry Captain supports airline flight operations, serving as Pilot in Command while maintaining high standards of safety, leadership, operational performance, and passenger service. The position requires recent transport-category jet experience in CAR 705 airline operations.
Schedule
- Full-time.
- Onsite position.
Responsibilities
- Serve as Pilot in Command of the Embraer E195-E2.
- Conduct assigned flights safely and in accordance with applicable regulations and operating procedures.
- Exercise effective command leadership and operational decision-making.
- Work collaboratively with flight crews and other operational personnel.
- Actively participate in the Safety Management System (SMS), including reporting operational hazards and incidents.
- Maintain high personal and professional safety standards.
- Provide a high level of passenger service throughout assigned operations.
Requirements
- Transport Canada Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL).
- Minimum 4,500 hours Total Time.
- Minimum 1,000 hours on Transport Category Jet Aircraft in CAR 705 Airline Operations.
- Minimum 500 hours PIC on Transport Category Jet Aircraft in CAR 705 Airline Operations.
- Recent airline flying experience within the previous 24 months.
- Minimum ICAO English Level 5 proficiency.
- Legal ability to work in Canada.
- Valid Canadian passport, or valid international passport with a valid U.S. C-1/D Crewmember Visa.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous autothrottle experience.
- Previous Generation 4 aircraft experience.
- Previous ratings or experience on Embraer E170 type variants.
- Previous CAR 705 airline training and checking experience.
- Aviation college or university degree.
- Candidates below the stated minimum requirements may be considered based on overall experience and other operational factors.
Benefits
- Career progression and seniority advancement opportunities.
- Opportunities associated with continued flight operations growth.
Compensation
- Industry-leading pay; specific amount not provided.