Direct Entry Captains

Do you want to join a team of aviation innovators offering a stable career path with unparalleled growth and professional development opportunities?

Our client operates an all-jet fleet consisting exclusively of Bombardier regional jet aircraft. They have an incredible team of more than 5,000 employees who do a tremendous job of running more than 800 daily flights to nearly 100 destinations on behalf of American Airlines. Their mission is always to deliver to satisfied customers safely and on time to their destinations. They are committed to growing their company where passion is shared, professional excellence is expected, and all people – customers and employees – are valued and respected.

 They are currently recruiting for Direct Entry Captains in Arlington, VA, and Philadelphia, PA.

What Is In It For You

Salary: Competitive Salary

Position Type: Permanent - Full-time

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, Vacation Pay, Sick Pay, Holiday Pay, 401(k)

A Day In The Life of a Direct Entry Captain

As a Captain, you will impact the client's business growth by aiding in safe and efficient flight operations and regulatory requirements of all flight-related activities. The First Officer is the Second-in-Command (SIC) of the flight. While acting in this capacity, the First Officer shall comply with all regulations and directives about the conduct of the flight in a manner suitable to the Captain.

Essential Duties of The Direct Entry Captain

• Coordinate with other crew members to ensure a safe and reliable airline operation.
• Complying with all applicable FARs, TSA, DOT regulations, company procedures, and policies.
• Comply with all administrative programs, including airport/route qualification, flight time limitations, currency requirements (physicals, takeoffs and landings, home study courses, etc.), pilot flight equipment, uniform discipline, manuals, policies and procedures, and others, as assigned.
• Compliance with Company and FAA procedures, directives, and regulations affecting the proposed flight.
• Has full authority and responsibility for all crewmembers and the safe and efficient conduct of the flight. Such authority commences when the crewmembers report for duty, continues while en route, at intermediate departure points, and until the crewmembers have gone off duty to receive a rest period.
• Submit reports on irregularities or incidents, as required.
• Take an active role in promoting positive attitudes towards culture, core values, compliance, and safety.
• Ensure pilot appearance, attendance, and personal conduct comply with Company policy, culture, and core values.
• Comply with all administrative programs, including airport/route qualification, flight time limitations, currency requirements (physicals, takeoffs and landings, home study courses, etc.), pilot flight equipment, uniform discipline, manuals, policies and procedures, and others, as assigned.
• Immediately notify the Chief Pilot of any discrepancy or incident that may affect his/her ability, or the Company's ability, to perform within the parameters of safety, regulatory compliance, and fiscal responsibility.
• Perform a visual preflight and post-flight (walk-around) inspection before each flight.
• Be able to maintain and display a working knowledge of FAA requirements and Company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Responsible for the Company's Security and Safety Management System (SMS) and associated Safety Risk Management and Safety Assurance outputs.

Authorities

• Take action, as deemed necessary, to resolve any problems or situations that may compromise safety or compliance.
• Direct the Flight Crew safely and efficiently to meet the Company's operational requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Must have 950 FAR 121 hours under the ATP requirements or the restricted ATP requirements
• Have a minimum of 2500 total flight hours with at least 500 hours of PIC or at least 950 hours as SIC
• At least 500 hours Multi-Engine Turbine
• Must have FCC Restricted Radio Operator's Permit
• Must have First Class Medical
• Must have a valid US or Foreign Passport with applicable VISAs before training.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to demonstrate authorization to work in the US.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English
• *Part 129 or foreign PIC/SIC experience does not apply to FAR § 121.436 for PIC requirements

Benefits Summary

The client offers the benefits you expect from a company focused on excellence. All eligible employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Travel privileges on the American Airlines global network
• A generous vacation plan designed to let you enjoy your travel perks
• Medical, Dental & Vision
• 401k with company match
• American Airlines Group (AAG) profit-sharing and bonus opportunities
• Company-paid Group Life and AD&D Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability, Flexible Spending Plan (FSA), and supplementary options

Additional Information

Supervisory Responsibility: This is a supervisory position.

Work Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, photocopiers, facsimile machines, and filing cabinets.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. This is essentially a sedentary role; however, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; climb up and down stairs; lift a weight to 25 lbs; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Security Clearance: All employees must pass the fingerprint-based criminal history records check (CHRC) per 49CFR1542.209 and pre-employment drug screen.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designated to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

If you are interested in the Direct Entry Captain job in Arlington, VA, and Philadelphia, PA, apply today!

​​This vacancy is being advertised by Total Aviation Staffing, LLC. The services advertised by Total Aviation Staffing, LLC are those of an Employment Agency.