Citation XLS/XLS+ Captain (PIC) – Scottsdale, AZ

Pilot Assessments; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with 6% company match

Paid time off

Company-paid life and short-term/disab

Job summary

Jet Linx in Scottsdale, AZ seeks an experienced Pilot in Command to own safety, compliance and an exceptional passenger experience across on-demand charter and private operations. Lead decision-making from preflight to postflight while ensuring FARs and company procedures are followed.

The role requires 3,500 total hours with 2,000 PIC, turbine and multi-engine experience, and willingness to travel and work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• ATP: Able to obtain (ATP at application not strictly required per posting).
• Current First Class Medical.
• FCC Restricted Radio Operator Permit.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. driver’s license.
• Current passport; able to travel without restriction to Canada and Caribbean countries.
• Pass required drug and alcohol testing and authorize/release and pass an FAA PRD review.
• Willing and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Frequent work around aircraft and terminals; ability to move up to 50 pounds.
• Preferred: Initial or recurrent Part 142 training in type within the last 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and conduct flights in full compliance with company procedures and applicable CFRs.
• Manage and track flight, duty, and rest times under company policy and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain reliable communication for standby assignments, trip notifications, position calls, and pre-/post-flight reporting.
• Oversee and maintain EFB hardware and applications.
• Keep navigation charts, publications, and company manuals up to date.
• Maintain a current First Class Medical and all required qualifications and records.
• Exercise sound, proactive PIC decision-making while consistently demonstrating Jet Linx core values.

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience

Job description

The Mission

As the Pilot in Command, you own the outcome of each flight: safety, compliance, and an exceptional passenger experience. You’ll lead decision-making from preflight to postflight while ensuring strict adherence to FARs and company procedures across both on-demand charter and private operations.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare for and conduct flights in full compliance with company procedures and applicable CFRs.
• Manage and track flight, duty, and rest times under company policy and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain reliable communication for standby assignments, trip notifications, position calls, and pre-/post-flight reporting.
• Oversee and maintain EFB hardware and applications.
• Keep navigation charts, publications, and company manuals up to date.
• Maintain a current First Class Medical and all required qualifications and records.
• Exercise sound, proactive PIC decision-making while consistently demonstrating Jet Linx core values.

Minimum Flight Experience

• Total Time: 3,500 hours
• PIC Time: 2,000 hours
• Time in Type (XLS/XLS+): 250 hours total, including 250 hours PIC
• Multi-Engine: 1,500 hours total, including 500 hours PIC
• Turbine: 500 hours
• Instrument: 300 hours

Qualifications & Requirements

• ATP: Able to obtain (ATP at application not strictly required per posting).
• Current First Class Medical.
• FCC Restricted Radio Operator Permit.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. driver’s license.
• Current passport; able to travel without restriction to Canada and Caribbean countries.
• Pass required drug and alcohol testing and authorize/release and pass an FAA PRD review.
• Willing and able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Frequent work around aircraft and terminals; ability to move up to 50 pounds.
• Preferred: Initial or recurrent Part 142 training in type within the last 24 months.

Base & Lifestyle

• Home base at Scottsdale, AZ; must live within a two-hour call-out window or be willing to relocate.
• Operate across both Part 91 and Part 135 missions with dynamic schedules.
• Stay mission-ready with timely communications and meticulous recordkeeping.

Benefits & Rewards

• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 6% company match
• Paid time off
• Company-paid life and short-term disability coverage

Ready to Captain the XLS/XLS+?

If you meet the experience requirements and are ready to lead safe, on-time operations for a premium client base, we’d love to hear from you.