Quick Upgrade Captain | Embraer ERJ-135, 145

Position Summary

The Quick Upgrade Captain will initially support flight operations while positioned for upgrade to Captain as operational needs and openings become available. This role is responsible for safe, efficient, and compliant aircraft operations while maintaining strong crew coordination, customer service, and operational standards.

Schedule

• Approximately 14–16 working days per month.
• Typically 3–5 flight legs per day.
• Operations are structured to return crewmembers to their home base each night when possible.
• Report approximately one hour prior to departure.

Responsibilities

• Review aircraft maintenance status, NOTAMs, fuel requirements, weather, and routing before departure.
• Coordinate departure, arrival, and diversion planning with the Captain.
• Complete required preflight checks, procedures, and flows.
• Operate the aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations, SOPs, and applicable safety standards.
• Maintain communication with Dispatch, Ground Operations, ATC, and the Flight Attendant.
• Support the Captain with operational decision-making and changing flight conditions.
• Complete post-flight aircraft and maintenance documentation.
• Assist with cabin preparation and quick-turn duties when necessary.
• Assist with baggage handling at locations with limited ground support when required.
• Participate in recurrent training and performance evaluations.
• Maintain high standards of safety, professionalism, and customer service.

Requirements

• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) or Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine Rating.
• FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• FCC Radio Operator's Permit.
• Minimum 2,500 hours Fixed-Wing Total Time.
• Minimum 500 hours Multi-Engine.
• Minimum 500 hours Turbine PIC.
• Minimum 100 flight hours within the previous 12 months.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license.
• Valid passport.
• No FAA violations, accidents, incidents, or suspensions.
• No significant training or checkride failures.
• Authorization to work full-time in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3,000+ hours Total Time.
• 1,000+ hours Multi-Engine.
• Embraer ERJ-135/145 experience.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• 100% employer-paid dental and vision insurance.
• Up to $2,100 annually in employer HSA contributions.
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Free non-revenue standby travel.
• Discounted standby travel on participating domestic and international airlines for eligible family members.
• 401(k) with 50% match on the first 8%.
• Flexible paid time off.
• Uniform allowance.
• Company-issued EFB/iPad.
• Company-paid KCM badge.
• Jumpseat/CASS participation.
• Productivity and additional-duty incentive pay.

Compensation

• $150 per day plus per diem during training.
• $259 per day plus per diem once on the line.
• Guaranteed minimum of 14 paid days per month.
• Eligible for Productivity Pay and quarterly bonuses.
• Additional incentive pay may apply for flying beyond the typical 14–16 day monthly schedule and duty periods exceeding an eight-hour average.