Captain | Citation CJ3
- Job type
- Full Time
- Category
- Charter
- Position
- Captain
- Aircraft
- Cessna Citation CJ3 / CJ3+
- Certificates
- FAA ATP
- Posted
- September 1, 2026
Position Summary
The Citation CJ3 Captain is responsible for safe and professional Part 135 flight operations while providing a high level of passenger service. This position requires strong decision-making, communication, and operational leadership.
Schedule
- Full-time.
- Airport-based position.
Responsibilities
- Serve as Pilot in Command of the Citation CJ3 during Part 135 operations.
- Conduct flights safely and in accordance with applicable FAA regulations and operating procedures.
- Maintain strong situational awareness and exercise proactive aeronautical decision-making.
- Provide professional and attentive service to passengers.
- Support safe, efficient, and reliable flight operations.
- Maintain required aircraft qualifications and regulatory currency.
- Candidates based in Central Florida or the greater Tampa Bay area are preferred for operational readiness.
Requirements
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.
- FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
- Current CE-525 Type Rating.
- Minimum 3,000 hours Total Time.
- Minimum 2,000 hours Total PIC.
- Minimum 200 hours PIC in Type.
- Minimum 2,000 hours Multi-Engine.
- Minimum 1,800 hours Multi-Engine PIC.
- Minimum 1,750 hours Turbine.
- FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
- Current passport.
- Valid U.S. driver's license.
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
- Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening and background check.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous Part 135 experience.
- Strong employment history and clean FAA record.
- Interest in long-term professional development and advancement.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Employer contribution toward medical premiums.
- Telehealth and virtual care resources.
- Employee assistance and wellness resources.
- Company-provided basic life insurance.
- Optional supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage.
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Structured onboarding and professional development opportunities.
- Opportunities for internal career advancement.
Compensation
- Competitive; specific salary not provided.