Captain - Embraer Regional Jet 135/145 (ERJ)

inMy Jet; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 106,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision & dental

401(k) with 6% match

Paid sick leave

NRSA travel privileges

Vacation leave schedule

Accommodations during onboarding

Job summary

Contour Airlines, a long-established aviation services provider, is seeking a full-time Pilot with US ATP. The role emphasizes safety, leadership, and customer service as you operate scheduled flights and conduct thorough preflight planning.

You will comply with company policies, maintain professional standards, and be ready for flexible scheduling, including weekends and holidays. Competitive salary with overrides and retention incentives is offered.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 23 years old.
• Must hold a U.S. ATP certificate and a current first-class medical.
• Commercial multi-engine land license with instrument rating required.
• Must have a current passport and be able to work in the United States.
• Able to pass DOT pre-employment drug screen and FAA random tests.
• Excellent communication, leadership and passenger service skills.
• Able to lift 75 lbs and work flexible schedules.

Responsibilities

• Put safety above all.
• Comply with schedules and directives for safe operation.
• Perform duties per company manuals, memos, and policies.
• Conduct preflight planning and prepare flight plans.
• Provide excellent customer service to passengers.
• Ensure aircraft is clean and prepared with necessary provisions.
• Wear the company uniform and follow policy.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Safety-minded

Education

U.S. ATP license

First-class medical

Commercial multi-engine land license

Instrument rating

Current passport

Job description

Job descriptionDescriptionContour is a long-established aviation services company with a diverse range of capabilities. At Contour Airlines, our core values guide every action and decision. We are unwavering in our commitment to integrity and safety, which remains at the heart of all our business lines. Our team members exemplify an attitude of excellence, consistently striving to think like a customer. We believe there is strength in unity, and we work together as a team to achieve ambitious goals.Full-Time Employee Benefits & Compensation OverviewAs a full-time employee of Contour, you are eligible for the following benefits and programs:Insurance• Health, vision, and dental insurance, plus short/long-term disability and voluntary life insurance (effective the first day of the month following your hire date)401(k) Savings Plan• Eligibility begins the first day of the month following your hire date.• The Company offers a matching contribution up to 6% of your eligible compensation.• Enrollment guidelines and a 401(k) Enrollment Guide will be provided during onboarding.Paid Sick Leave• Accrual of up to 56 hours of paid sick leave per year.• Unused sick leave rolls over annually until your sick bank reaches 480 hours.Vested Vacation Hours• Eligible to receive vacation hours on January 1st following your hire date.• These hours will be vested and available for use in accordance with Company policies.Non-Revenue/Space Available (NRSA) Travel Privileges• NRSA (non-revenue/space available) travel privileges on Contour upon hire and access to MyID Travel after 6 months of service.Leaves of Absence• Eligible for various types of leave, including:• Medical Leave• Non-Medical Family Care Leave• Maternity and Paternity Leave• Personal Leave• Detailed leave policies are outlined in the Contour Employee Handbook, which will be provided during onboarding.Compensation Details• The starting annual salary for this position is $118,000.00.• Depending on your prior work experience and other factors, you could be eligible to receive additional pay overrides to your annual salary. These include a $25,000.00 check pilot override, $10,000.00 AR/GUS override, and a $7,500.00 in-base override. Specific information regarding these overrides are outlined in the Scheduled Pilot Work Rules which will be provided to you during the onboarding process should you be selected for employment.• You are eligible to receive a retention incentive of $10,000.00 after completing 24 months of active service and then an additional $10,000.00 retention incentive every 12 active months after that.• Based on your schedule and if certain thresholds are met, you are eligible to reach pay incentives for additional trips worked or assigned that are paid in addition to your monthly salary. Specific information regarding these pay incentives are outlined in the Scheduled Pilot Work Rules which will be provided to you during the onboarding process should you be selected for employment.Equal Employment OpportunityContour is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, creed, sex, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, political affiliation, marital status, pregnancy, pre-disposing genetic characteristics, veteran status, military status, disability, gender identity or expression, familial status, criminal history, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other protected status.AccommodationsContour is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees. If you require accommodations during the application or onboarding process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] .Join Our Growing TeamOur rapid growth has created exciting career opportunities. We invite you to become part of our family and contribute to our ongoing success.Key Responsibilities• Put safety above all.• Comply with schedules and other directives governing the aircrafts safe operation.• Perform all Company assigned duties in accordance with Company manuals, memos, and policies.• Conduct diligent preflight planning and prepare flight plans.• Provide excellent customer service to passengers.• Ensure that the aircraft is clean and prepared for flight with all of the necessary provisions on board for the safety and comfort of the passengers.• Wear the company issued uniform and comply with the uniform policy.• Other duties as assigned by leadership.Qualifications• Be at least 23 years of age.• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.• Possess a current passport.• Must have U.S. ATP license.• Possess a current first-class medical (verified at the time of the interview)• Commercial, multi-engine land license, instrument airplane rating• Be authorized to work in the United States and able to travel in and out of the United States.• Must understand, read, and write English.• Able to pass a required 10-year work history review and submit to criminal history records check, reference check, national drivers record check, and no excessive check ride failures.• Must pass a DOT required pre-employment drug screen and willing to submit to and pass FAA and Company mandated random drug and alcohol tests.• Possess polished and professional interpersonal skills with a positive attitude and a customer-oriented mindset.• Possess strong leadership and organizational skills.• Must have well-developed people skills and ability to work with a variety of personalities.• Maintain strong attention to detail.• Be self-motivated and able to motivate others.• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal delivered with tact and professionalism.• Excellent interpersonal skills.• Can work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.• Able to lift 75 lbs. routinely with or without a reasonable accommodation.• Hold an English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE)• Able to work in stressful situations and tight time constraints.• Be self-motivated and a team player.• Able to work nights, weekends, holidays, and varying schedules.• No previous aviation related accidents or incidents• Must have a residence that will ensure you are able to report to work within 120 minutes of dispatch call during your assigned duty period.MINIMUM AND/OR RECOMMENDED FLIGHT TIMES:• Total Time: 1500/2000 recommended• Pilot in Command Time: 500 minimum/1000 recommended.• Multi Engine: 500/1000 recommended.Domicile Locations• Contour’s current domicile and potential base assignments will be discussed during the interview process.Disclaimer: The above statements are intended only to describe the general nature and level of work required of the referenced position; they are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of individuals in the position. Please be advised that the duties and expectations of this position may be subject to change.