Why in this day and age would anyone sign a training contract with anybody?

Why isn't XO a good place to be for the long term? I understand the pay is low (for now), but with guy/gals leaving for "the legacies", I would assume it would be a short stay in the right seat. Is there a bigger than usual management vs. pilot struggle here? Are there any thoughts about the future of the company? Most people I talk to seem bleak on that topic, I just want to know why.

I have always been hesitate to go to a company or send anyone there unless I can determine why employees feel a certain way about a company, especially if its it not warm and fuzzy. I have had my share of nightmares on elm street with certain companies.

I gave up my seniority number in 2007 at USAir at the behest of XOJet. In hindsight it was a major mistake.

I was able to get hired in 2008 by United; but I heard from the chief pilot about it. Thankfully I now work there.

XOJet insists on scheduling crews using a "rolling rest" schedule. It's illegal. I know for sure because I was a POI at the FAA for 135 operations.

They're hiring.

Job Description
XOJET, Inc is currently hiring qualified pilots to join our team of professionals.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
FAA First Class Medical
ATP rated or Commercial rated with ATP written complete
Restricted Radiotelephone Operators Permit
Valid driver’s license
Valid passport
Impeccable safety record
A strong work ethic and excellent team member
Excellent Crew Resource Management skills

COMPETITIVE SIC APPLICANTS SHOULD HAVE THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
2000 Total Time
500 PIC
500 MEL
150 Instrument
100 Turbine

Are there any other ways of getting an interview at XOJet outside of knowing someone in the company? I keep my resume updated with them and see them still advertising that they need pilots. ATP MEL, 4000+ total, 3800+ turbine, 3500+ PIC, line/instrument check current. I would think I'm at least somewhat competitive to at least get a call.

Sounds to me like you are competitive for a major airlines job, too.

This policy, or really lack of policy, is going away thanks to our new VP of Safety. Things are improving...finally.

When I met with the recruiters at WAI I was tough on them about these rules and how they follow them. Either all the recruiters had the same talking points or the company is doing a good job of not violating them. That was a big concern when looking at a 135 company. I was actually very impressed with XOJET and if they paid a bit more wouldn't have a problem working for them for an extended period. Long term, the money just isn't there and they will only be a touch and go for many.

That's great to hear! My experience is several years old, so keep that in mind.

XOJet would beat gaining experience at a regional. If rolling rest is no longer an issue I stand corrected.