First Officer (SIC) - Citation XLS Flight Partner

inMy Jet; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Priester Aviation in Wheeling, IL seeks a First Officer (SIC) to support the PIC and maintain safe flight operations. You will participate in all phases of flight planning, navigation, and safety programs, ensuring compliance with FARs and company procedures.

Strong communication and CRM skills are essential. Required: 500–2500 total flight hours with 100+ hours in multi-engine, Commercial Pilot with multi-engine instrument rating, and a current First-Class Medical certificate.

Qualifications

• 500–2500 total flight hours, including a minimum of 100 hours in multi-engine fixed-wing aircraft.
• Turbine experience preferred.
• Commercial Pilot Certificate with multi-engine instrument rating or higher required.
• Current First-Class Medical Certificate required.
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and flight operations procedures.
• Excellent communication and decision-making skills; ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Flight Operations: support the PIC in planning and executing all flight operations, including weather analysis, routing, performance calculations, and pre-flight inspections.
• Flight Monitoring & Navigation: monitor instrumentation, operate radios, obtain clearances, and relay instructions as needed.
• Crew Resource Management (CRM): maintain high coordination and communication with crew members and participate in SMS risk mitigation.
• Pre-flight & Post-flight Duties: conduct inspections, ensure aircraft readiness, and complete required documentation.
• Safety & Emergency Procedures: respond to deviations, participate in safety audits and corrective actions.
• Passenger Service: assist in providing excellent customer service during flights.

Skills

FAA regulations knowledge

Excellent communication

CRM proficiency

Decision-making

Flight management systems

Education

Commercial Pilot Certificate with multi-engine instrument rating or higher

Current First-Class Medical Certificate

Tools

Flight management systems

Job description

Priester Aviation in Wheeling, IL seeks a First Officer (SIC) to support the PIC and maintain safe flight operations. You will participate in all phases of flight planning, navigation, and safety programs, ensuring compliance with FARs and company procedures.

Strong communication and CRM skills are essential. Required: 500–2500 total flight hours with 100+ hours in multi-engine, Commercial Pilot with multi-engine instrument rating, and a current First-Class Medical certificate.