Captain | Cessna Citation XLS
- Job type
- Full Time
- Category
- Charter
- Position
- Captain
- Aircraft
- Cessna Citation Excel / XLS / XLS+
- Certificates
- FAA ATP
- Pay
- USD 145,000–200,000 per year
- Posted
- October 15, 2026
Position Summary
The Captain operates Cessna Citation XLS aircraft under Part 135 regulations. The position is responsible for safe aircraft command, flight coordination, and professional service to passengers.
Schedule
- Full-time.
- Must reside within two hours of San Luis Obispo County Airport (KSBP).
Responsibilities
- Serve as Pilot-in-Command of Citation XLS aircraft.
- Operate aircraft in accordance with regulations, manufacturer limitations, and operating procedures.
- Coordinate with Flight Dispatch to support flight operations.
- Provide professional service to aircraft owners and charter clients.
- Maintain current electronic flight bag navigation data and applications.
- Maintain working knowledge of aircraft flight manuals and procedures.
- Conduct preflight inspections of the aircraft, documentation, publications, and equipment.
- Review fuel requirements, weather, destination and alternate airports, permits, and aircraft readiness before departure.
Requirements
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate with English proficiency endorsement.
- FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
- Minimum 3,500 hours Total Time.
- Minimum 2,000 hours PIC.
- Minimum 1,500 hours Multiengine.
- Minimum 500 hours Multiengine PIC.
- Minimum 300 hours Instrument.
- Minimum 500 hours Turbine.
- Valid United States passport.
- Bachelor's degree or 3–5 years of professional aviation experience.
- Residence within two hours of KSBP.
- Strong organizational skills and professional motivation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Not Specified.
Benefits
- Medical insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- 401(k) matching.
- Paid time off.
- Continuing education.
- Flying club benefits.
Compensation
- $145,000–$200,000 annually, depending on experience.