Citation XL First Officer (SIC) – Houston, TX

Pilot Assessments; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 89,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Jet Linx in Houston, TX seeks a skilled Second in Command (SIC) to join our Citation XL midsize-jet team. You will assist the Captain in safe, compliant flight operations under Part 91/135 and uphold FARs and company procedures.

The role requires 1,500 hours total, 500 PIC, 500 multi-engine, 100 turbine, and 150 instrument hours, plus a current First Class Medical and ATP eligibility. Willingness to travel, including Canada and Caribbean, is essential.

Qualifications

• 1,500 hours minimum total time.
• PIC time 500 hours minimum.
• Multi-engine 500 hours minimum.
• Turbine 100 hours minimum.
• Instrument rating 150 hours minimum.

Responsibilities

• Support the Captain in safe, compliant operation of the Citation XL under FARs and company procedures.
• Manage and track duty, flight, and rest times per Part 91/135 regulations.
• Maintain clear operational communications including pre-/post-flight reports.

Skills

Total time

PIC time

Multi-engine

Turbine

Instrument

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Job description

The Mission

Jet Linx is seeking a skilled Second in Command to join our Citation XL midsize-jet team in Houston, Texas. As SIC, you will support safe, efficient, and passenger-focused flight operations under Part 91 and Part 135, uphold company procedures and Federal Aviation Regulations, and embody our core values on every trip.

What You’ll Do

• Support the Captain in the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of the Citation XL in accordance with company procedures and FARs.
• Manage and track duty, flight, and rest times in compliance with Part 91/135 regulations.
• Maintain clear operational communications, including standby assignments, trip notifications, position calls, and pre-/post-flight reports.
• Maintain EFB hardware and applications; ensure navigation charts, publications, and company manuals are current.
• Exercise sound, proactive decision-making to support safe and on-time performance.
• Work frequently around aircraft and terminals; safely lift and move items up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Work a variable schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays; travel as assigned, including to Canada and Caribbean countries.

What You Bring

• Total time: 1,500 hours minimum
• PIC time: 500 hours minimum
• Multi-engine: 500 hours minimum
• Turbine: 100 hours minimum
• Instrument: 150 hours minimum
• Current First Class Medical Certificate.
• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
• Valid passport and unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to obtain an ATP.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license.
• Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing and complete an FAA Pilot Records Database (PRD) review.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience.
• Recent Part 142 initial or recurrent training in type within the past 24 months preferred.
• Residence within, or willingness to relocate to, a two-hour callout of the assigned base.

Pay & Benefits

• Base Salary: $89,000 – $125,000 annually (based on location, aircraft size, education, training, and experience)
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement: 401(k) with 6% company match
• Time Off: Paid time off
• Coverage: Company-paid life and short-term disability insurance