Citation Captain - Iowa City, IA & Galesburg, IL
About Jet Air
Jet Air is a distinguished aviation company committed to fostering an environment of professionalism, teamwork, and paramount safety. The company is actively seeking talented pilots to join its esteemed team. With over 55 years of sustained growth and dedication to excellence, Jet Air provides a stable and promising career path for aviation professionals.
Why Fly with Jet Air?
- Professionalism & Safety: Jet Air prioritizes the well-being of its crew and clients, upholding the highest safety standards. This commitment is demonstrated through an implemented Safety Management System, meticulously maintained aircraft, and a highly experienced operational team.
- Longevity & Growth: With a legacy spanning over 55 years, Jet Air offers a secure and evolving career within the aviation industry.
- Home-Based Operations & Quality of Life: Jet Air cultivates a strong local client base for both Part 91 and Part 135 flights. A significant portion of operations consists of day-trips, allowing pilots to maximize time spent at home. While the company diversifies its services through Jet Card companies and brokers, it avoids keeping aircraft on the road full-time, ensuring an optimal work-life balance for its crew members.
- Family-Oriented Culture: The company deeply values its team members and their families, offering initiatives such as an annual staff and family holiday party and the flexibility to request specific days off for important personal events.
Compensation & Benefits
Jet Air provides competitive remuneration and comprehensive benefits packages for all eligible team members. Full-time pilots are afforded vacation time in addition to the ability to select hard days off. Pilots are not required to report to the office on non-flying days. Additional benefits include health insurance, life insurance, 401(k) matching, profit sharing, aircraft rental discounts, paid training, hourly and overnight per diem, and more.
Required Qualifications
- Certifications:
- Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine Rating
- Instrument Rating with Currency
- First Class Medical Certificate
- Experience:
- 3,000 hours total flight time
- 1,500 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC) in turbine or jet aircraft
- 250 hours instrument and night flight time
- Other Requirements:
- Valid Passport
- Proficiency in applicable FCC, FAA, and environmental regulations
- Exceptional customer relations skills
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities
- Valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- Capability to perform service operations outdoors in varying extreme temperatures and inclement weather conditions
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
- Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate
- Experience operating Citation 500 or 560XL Series Aircraft
- Federal Communications Commission (FCC) License
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resumes via email to the contact listed on the Jet Air website.