SIC - Citation CJ3 (LOT Based)

Nextpilojob.com; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with 6% match

Paid time off

Job summary

Jet Linx is seeking qualified Second in Command candidates for our CJ3 light jet fleet operating under Part 91 and 135. Candidates should live within a 2-hour call-out of the aircraft, with duties including flight operations, safety compliance, and trip coordination.

The role reports to the Base Chief Pilot and requires strong decision-making, current medical certification, and the ability to travel to Canada/Caribbean as needed. Compensation and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Total Time requirement: 1500 hours
• PIC requirements: 500 hours
• Multi-Engine: 500 hours
• Turbine: 100 hours
• First Class Medical
• Ability to obtain FAA ATP (or pass FAA test)
• Legal ability to work in US

Responsibilities

• Second in Command reports to the Base Chief Pilot
• Prepare and ensure safe operation of company aircraft
• Maintain communication for standby duties and trip notifications
• Maintain EFB hardware and applications
• Ensure current navigation charts and company manuals

Skills

Flight hours

Piloting

Aviation operations

Decision making

Standby duty

Education

Bachelor degree or equivalent

Job description

JL

Jet Linx

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SIC - Citation CJ3 (LOT Based)

First officerCitation CJ3

Location Wheeling, Illinois, United States

Employment Full-Time

Published 09 Oct 2026

Closing date Not specified

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Introduction

Second in Command – CJ3 Full-Time – Chicago, IL Jet Linx is seeking qualified Second in Command candidates for our Light 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 the aircraft.

Position Summary

The Second in Command (SIC) reports directly to the Base Chief Pilot. The SIC helps prepare and ensure the safe and efficient operation of company aircraft in accordance with the Federal Aviation Regulations and company procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• Total Time - 1500 hours Total PIC - 500 hours Total Multi-Engine - 500 hours Total PIC Multi-Engine - 25 hours Total Turbine - 100 hours Total Instrument – 150 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 Other Requirements: Initial or Recurrent 142 training in type within the last 24 months 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 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 $89,000 to $125,000.
• 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.

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