Pilot
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.
-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
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.
-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
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.
Republic Airways completed its merger with Mesa Airlines on Nov. 25, 2025. Please visit this page for ongoing and future updates about our combined company.
https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251124933573/en/Republic-Airways-and-Mesa-Air-Group-Complete-Merger
At Republic Airways, our mission is to provide a safe, clean and reliable flying experience. We believe this is best accomplished by focusing on our vision, “With the BEST people, products, and performance, we will be America’s Regional Airline of choice.”
Republic Airways is a regional airline headquartered in Indianapolis, operating fixed-fee flights under our major airline partner brands of American Eagle, Delta Connection and United Express. The Company’s fleet consists of 240+ Embraer 170/175s, offering 1,000 daily flights across the U.S., Canada and Central America.
Our bases include Boston, MA (BOS), Chicago, IL (ORD), Columbus, OH (CMH), Indianapolis, IN (IND), Louisville, KY (SDF), Newark, NJ (EWR), New York, NY (LGA), Philadelphia, PA (PHL), Pittsburgh, PA (PIT) and Washington, D.C. (DCA).
With more than 6,000 talented aviation professionals, Republic Airways is a great place to elevate your career! For more information, please visit our website at www.rjet.com.
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.
