Citation XLS/XLS+ Second-in-Command (SIC) – Scottsdale, AZ

Pilot Assessments; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 89,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

Pilot Assessments is seeking a skilled SIC pilot based in Scottsdale to operate the Citation XLS/XLS+ and ensure safe, compliant flights under Part 91/135 guidelines.

Responsibilities include managing duty/rest times, coordinating with scheduling and maintenance, and maintaining up-to-date navigation charts, EFB, and flight publications. A strong emphasis on safety and procedural rigor is required.

Qualifications

• Total flight hours requirements: 1,500+ hours.
• PIC hours of 500+.
• Multi-engine 500+ hours.
• Turbine 100+ hours.
• Instrument 150+ hours.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Citation XLS/XLS+ as SIC per CFR and company procedures.
• Manage duty, flight, and rest times per policy and CFRs.
• Coordinate standby assignments, trip notifications, and pre/post-flight reporting.
• Maintain EFB hardware and applications.

Skills

Total flight hours

PIC hours

Multi-engine hours

Turbine hours

Instrument hours

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

First-class medical

ATP qualification

FCC Radio License

U.S. Driver's license

Passport

Job description

• Location: Scottsdale, Arizona
• Aircraft: Citation XLS/XLS+
• Operations: Part 91 and Part 135
• Reporting to: Base Chief Pilot
• Callout/Residence: Live within or be willing to relocate to a two-hour callout radius of the base
• Schedule Needs: Availability for nights, weekends, and holidays
• Travel: Unrestricted to Canada and Caribbean countries

What You’ll Do

• Operate the Citation XLS/XLS+ as SIC to ensure safe, efficient flights in accordance with Federal Aviation Regulations and company procedures.
• Manage duty, flight, and rest times in compliance with company policy and CFR requirements.
• Coordinate proactively with the company for standby assignments, trip notifications, position calls, and detailed pre- and post-flight reporting.
• Maintain your electronic flight bag (EFB) hardware and applications.
• Ensure all navigation charts, publications, and company manuals are current.
• Uphold a current first-class medical and exercise sound, proactive decision-making on every mission.
• Model Jet Linx core values in every interaction with clients, crew, and teammates.

Minimum Qualifications

• Flight time: 1,500 hours total time; 500 hours PIC; 500 hours multi-engine; 100 hours turbine; 150 hours instrument.
• Training: Initial or recurrent Part 142 training in type within the previous 24 months preferred.
• Certificates & Licenses: Current first-class medical; ability to hold the stated ATP qualification; FCC Restricted Radio License; valid U.S. driver’s license; current passport.
• Work Authorization: Able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Compliance: Able to pass pre-employment and any required random drug/alcohol testing; successful FAA Pilot Records Database review with a System Chief Pilot.
• Availability: Willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays; reside within or relocate to a two-hour callout of Scottsdale base.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Physical: Ability to move up to 50 pounds frequently; comfortable working around aircraft and in terminal environments.

What You’ll Bring

• Professionalism and crew resource management that elevates safety and service.
• Meticulous attention to regulatory detail and documentation.
• Strong communication and teamwork across flight, maintenance, and scheduling.
• Ownership of EFB readiness and flight publication currency.
• A calm, decisive approach to dynamic operational environments.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $89,000 – $125,000 annually (dependent 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.
• Protection: Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability coverage.

All qualifications and requirements must be maintained throughout employment.