Originally Posted by
dc3driver
I just interviewed for the pro sim job. Couple of my sponsers that did the pro job a few years ago said that living in MEM is the best way. I will feel like a part time job. If you commute it will be like working two jobs. I agree that this is the best way in to get on property. Even if I had a m+g today it would be about 18 months to get hired so I am really only giving up a 18 months seniority. Not too bad for a guaranteed job at one of the best jobs out there. Plus being home every night will be nice for a while. Hope my wife agrees
Kudos for doing anything to get your foot in the door, I applaud that. But I also think it's unrealistic to say 18 months until you'd get hired.
Personally, I would be patient and wait if at all possible. We have a huge bid coming up, new jets on the property (additional widebodies as well as 75's, 777's), retirements, possible European domicile, new Chief Pilot, etc... there are so many variables and unknowns right now. Remember -- the SCP doesn't make the call on how many to hire. Tomorrow, some bean counter over on Hacks Cross could call his office and say "how many can we train until the end of the year?" and the floodgates could open.
Nothing wrong with being a sim jockey -- it's a great way to get your lobotomy for free and get your foot in the door.
Good luck dc3. If it were me and I was qualified and had reputable sponsors, I'd hang out for a few more months.