Destination 225 - Cadet Pathway

LV Aero, LLC; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life and disability coverage

Job summary

Jet Linx in Omaha, NE partners with Southwest Airlines and CAE to offer Destination 225 Cadet Pathway, a four- to five-year ab initio program that creates a path into aviation careers with no prior pilot experience.

The program emphasizes building flight time in FAA Part 135 operations and aligns with Jet Linx values and culture. Candidates must complete TSA/FAA screenings and commit to at least two years with the company.

Qualifications

• Must be accepted into Destination 225 program via Southwest Airlines acceptance letter.
• Must be actively enrolled in CAE ab initio program affiliated with D225 program.
• Must commit minimum of 2 years to Jet Linx.
• Must provide letter of recommendation showing good standing in coursework and flight training.
• Must provide current resume displaying current flight times, ratings and other applicable experience.
• Must successfully pass TSA background screenings, criminal history records check and FAA/DOT drug testing.

Skills

English proficiency

Relocation willingness

Letter of recommendation

Flight-time resume

Education

CAE ab initio program

Commercial, Instrument & Multi-Engine ratings

R-ATP requirements

Job description

Position Summary

Welcome to Destination 225°, an exciting new program in partnership with Southwest Airlines that provides motivated and capable candidates with a career path into an aviation career. The Cadet Pathway is an ab initio - 'from the beginning' - program. If you don't have previous experience as a pilot, this four- to five-year program is for you. Southwest and its pathway partners are proud to offer this program in a partnership with CAE, a worldwide leader in training for the civil aviation. Through this program, pilots can enjoy a unique 'career lifecycle solution,' with ways to elevate and extend their flight career every step of their journey. Jet Linx is excited to offer talented pilots the opportunity to build flight time as a part of our FAA Part 135 fleet, and to share in our culture and values as they prepare for the next stage in their aviation career.

Minimum Qualifications to be Considered

• Must be accepted into the Destination 225 program via Southwest Airlines acceptance letter
• Must be an actively enrolled in CAE ab initio program affiliated with D225 program
• Must be willing to commit minimum of 2 years to Jet Linx
• Must provide letter of recommendation showing good standing in coursework and flight training
• Must provide current resume displaying current flight times, ratings and other applicable experience
• Must successfully pass TSA background screenings, criminal history records check and FAA/DOT drug testing

Knowledge, Skill & Abilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English
• Be able to pass the prescreening requirements needed for employment at Southwest Airlines
• Be able to relocate

Education & Work Experience

• Achieved a degree/certification from CAE ab initio program
• Commercial, Instrument and Multi-Engine ratings required
• R-ATP requirements required

Physical Requirements

• Possess a USA DOT/FAA First Class Medical Certificate
• Have or be able to obtain a valid passport with the ability to travel in and out of the US
• Possess a valid driver's license
• Be authorized to work in the US on a full-time basis without the need for company sponsorship of an employment-based visa now or in the future
• Be at least 21 years of age at the time of application

Compensation

Jet Linx offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to team members. Actual base salary provided is dependent upon position, geographic location, aircraft size (crew positions), relevant education, training and experience of the candidate. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with 6% company match, paid time off and company paid life and short-term disability coverage.