Val is a lazy ass, because all of these questions have been answered before.
But since I am bored...........
#1. it takes a fraction of the time, money, and resources to get you
out flying the line if they put you in your old airplane.
It's a business, not a country club, their decision should be obvious.
#2. Your light jet PIC time is not helpful in this regard. It will take you
approximately 36 months after final line check to be command
competitive. Providing your performance history is acceptable.
#3. Best case, 6 months from submission, to being on the property.
Every possible permutation and combination lasting into infinity
is also possible. You just might never hear from them.....ever.
#4. 10 days off per month. Days off in a row is too random to answer,
but if commuting is your hope FORGET IT. Your life will be hell.
This is NOT a commuting job. It will not work out for you.