Republic Airways Holdings

RJet Cadet

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Hiring Remotely in United States

Remote

Entry level

Logistics • Transportation

The Role

Republic Airways RJet Cadet program offers conditional employment for flight students transitioning to Embraer E170/175 first officer roles. Candidates must meet flight-hour/certificate pathways (R-ATP or ATP), FAA First Class medical, and work-eligibility requirements. Interviews include HR and technical assessments (METAR/TAF reading, approach briefing). Benefits include priority class selection, events, and a dedicated recruiter contact.

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Job Category:

Pilot

Republic Airways Cadet Program

Flight students can receive a Conditional Offer of Employment with Republic Airways as early as their instrument rating or commercial certificate! This program requires no commitment or contractual obligation. Below you’ll find the requirements for this program based on your flight training program in addition to the application and interview process. The RJet Cadet program is the ideal transition from classroom to cockpit with the nation’s leading regional carriers on ultra-modern Embraer E 170/175 aircraft. Because of our diversity in partners – Delta Air Lines, American Airlines and United Airlines – as well as our broad base locations, Republic Airways offers a unique set of options for any interested candidate.

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

ALL Candidates

-No more than one check ride failure

-Eligibility to work in the United States

-FAA First Class Medical (can have lapsed privileges)

-Resume attached to application

Cadets with R-ATP (1000 or 1250 Hours)

-Instrument Rating

-No more than 700 hours or less than 6 months until date of conversion to First Officer

Cadets with ATP (1500 Hours)

-Commercial Certificate

-No more than 1000 hours or less than 6 months until date of conversion to First Officer

INTERVIEW PROCESS

Interviews take place year-round both virtually and onsite in various locations. The interview consists of an HR portion during which the recruiter will ask about your documents, qualifications and get to know you as a pilot. There will also be a technical portion conducted by a current Republic Airways pilot. Be prepared to read a METAR, TAF and brief an approach using a Jeppesen chart.

PROGRAM BENEFITS

-Conditional Offer of Employment

-Priority on class date selection

-Opportunity to attend exclusive events in Indianapolis at our Headquarters and Training Center

-Direct point of contact and resource within Talent Acquisition

-Qualify to apply for RJet Ambassador position

Equal Opportunity Employer, Disability and Veteran Accommodations

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Skills Required

No more than one check ride failure
Eligibility to work in the United States
FAA First Class Medical (can have lapsed privileges)
Resume attached to application
Instrument Rating (required for R-ATP pathway)
Meet hours/conversion timing for R-ATP: no more than 700 hours or within 6 months of conversion to First Officer
Commercial Certificate (required for ATP pathway)
Meet hours/conversion timing for ATP: no more than 1000 hours or within 6 months of conversion to First Officer
Be prepared to read METAR/TAF and brief an approach using a Jeppesen chart (technical interview)