First Officer | Cessna Citation XLS

Job type
Full Time
Category
Charter, Low Hours
Position
First Officer
Aircraft
Cessna Citation Excel / XLS / XLS+
Certificates
FAA CPL
Total time
1,000 hours
Pay
USD 65,000–84,000 per year
Posted
October 15, 2026

Position Summary

The First Officer supports Citation XL/XLS aircraft operations under Part 135 regulations. The position involves on-demand charter flights, flight preparation, and passenger service.

Schedule

  • Full-time, home-based.
  • Variable shifts, including mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Second-in-Command on assigned Citation XL/XLS flights.
  • Assist with flight planning, weather reviews, and aircraft preparation.
  • Conduct assigned cockpit duties in accordance with operating procedures.
  • Monitor aircraft systems and flight progress.
  • Coordinate with the Captain and ground personnel.
  • Support passenger service and aircraft readiness.

Requirements

  • FAA Commercial Pilot (CPL) Certificate with Multiengine Rating.
  • SIC Type Rating.
  • FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
  • Minimum 1,000 hours Total Time.
  • Minimum 250 hours PIC.
  • Minimum 25 hours Multiengine.
  • Minimum 75 hours Instrument.
  • Minimum age 18.
  • Legal authorization to work in the United States and travel internationally.
  • Valid passport and driver's license with acceptable driving record.
  • English language proficiency.
  • Ability to lift up to 75 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Satisfactory DOT drug screening, background, fingerprint, and criminal history checks.
  • No excessive checkride failures or previous aviation accidents or incidents.
  • Availability for irregular flight schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Spanish language proficiency.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance.
  • Dental insurance.
  • Vision insurance.
  • Disability and life insurance.
  • 401(k) with up to 6% matching.
  • Paid vacation and sick leave.
  • Non-revenue airline travel privileges.

Compensation

  • $65,000–$84,000 annually.
  • Starting salary: $65,000.
  • Additional trip incentives may apply.