Lead PIC - Challenger 350 *GYY Based Aircraft*

Jet Linx Aviation; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 280,000 - 325,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Job summary

Jet Linx Aviation in Chicago, IL seeks a Lead Pilot in Command (PIC) for Challenger 350 operations under Part 91/135. The role requires substantial PIC and turbine time and offers a highly competitive base salary and full benefits.

The candidate must be able to live within two hours of home base and be willing to relocate if necessary, with availability for nights, weekends, and holidays. Responsibilities include ensuring safe flight operations, mentoring crew, maintaining current medical and

Qualifications

• Total flight time and PIC experience required.
• CL350 type PIC time preferred.
• Turbine and jet experience emphasized.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient operation of company aircraft.
• Maintain communication with owners and internal teams for trip logistics.
• Mentor crew members and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage duty/rest schedules and CFR considerations.
• Maintain current medical, licenses, and flight documentation.

Skills

Total Flight Time

Total PIC

Total PIC in CL350 Type

Multi-Engine

Multi-Engine PIC

Turbine Time

Total Turbine PIC

Total Instrument

Total Jet

Total Jet PIC

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

EFB

Job description

Lead Pilot in Command - Challenger 350

Full-Time - Chicago, IL

Jet Linx is seeking qualified Lead Pilot in Command candidates for our Super Midsize jet aircraft for Part 91 and 135 flight operations. It is expected that the candidate lives, or be willing to relocate, within a 2-hour call out time of their home base.

Position Summary:

The Lead Pilot in Command (PIC) reports directly to the Base Chief Pilot. The Lead PIC prepares and ensures the safe and efficient operation of company aircraft in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations and company procedures. The Lead PIC serves as a primary point of contact for the aircraft owner and partners with internal teams to support a seamless aircraft and trip experience.

Minimum Requirements:

• Total Flight Time - 4000 hours
• Total PIC - 2000 hours
• Total PIC in CL350 Type - 500+ hours
• Multi-Engine - 1000 hours
• Multi-Engine PIC - 500 hours
• Turbine Time - 1000 hours
• Total Turbine PIC - 1000 hours
• Total Instrument - 300 hours
• Total Jet - 1500 hours
• Total Jet PIC - 500 hours

Essential Functions:

• Manage duty, flight, and rest times to requirements of both the company and CFRs
• Maintain communication with the company for standby duty assignments, trip notifications, position calls, and pre- and post-flight reports
• Maintain and manage electronic flight bag (EFB) hardware and applications
• Ensure navigation charts, publications, and company manuals are current
• Maintain a current 1st Class medical certificate
• Convey strong, proactive decision-making skills
• Demonstrate Jet Linx's core values in all interactions
• Act as primary point of contact for aircraft and flight matters related to the CL350
• Partner with the Jet Linx Aviation Regional Vice President and concierge team on trip logistics support
• Exercise schedule flexibility to support aircraft and owner needs
• Mentor additional crew members to meet the expectations of Jet Linx Aviation and the aircraft owner

Other Requirements:

• Initial or Recurrent 142 training in type within the last 24 months is preferred.
• Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) certification is preferred.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. driver's license
• Proof of eligibility to work in the US
• Current passport
• ATP (ability to obtain ATP)
• 1st Class Medical
• FCC Restricted Radio License
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and submit to random drug/alcohol testing when required; anyone in a safety-sensitive function will be required to undergo pre-employment drug testing for the presence of marijuana, cocaine, opiates, phencyclidine (PCP), and amphetamines.
• Unrestricted ability to travel to all EU, Canada, and Caribbean countries
• Ability to release and pass a FAA Pilot Record Database review with a System Chief Pilot
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
• Majority of work is completed in and around aircraft and aircraft terminals
• Move up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis

Compensation:

Jet Linx offers a competitive compensation and benefits package to team members. Starting base annual salary for this position ranges from $280,000 to $325,000. Actual base salary provided is dependent upon geographic location, aircraft size (crew positions), relevant education, training, and experience of the candidate. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with 6% company match, paid time off, and company-paid life and short-term disability coverage.