Lead Captain Citation XLS - Full Time Contractor (Tmb- Miami, FL)

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On behalf of our client's private Part 91 Corporate Flight Department we are seeking an experienced Lead Captain for a Citation XLS based at Miami Executive Airport (TMB). This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned corporate pilot who enjoys a hands-on leadership role while delivering exceptional service to aircraft owners and passengers.

The ideal candidate will possess strong command skills, excellent judgment, leadership ability, and a commitment to safety, professionalism, and operational excellence. This position will be a Full Time Contractor role and requires schedule flexibility and the ability to thrive in a dynamic corporate aviation environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Pilot in Command (PIC) for Citation XLS operations while ensuring the highest standards of safety, regulatory compliance, and professionalism.
• Provide operational leadership for day-to-day aircraft operations, including flight planning, flight execution, and post-flight responsibilities.
• Coordinate closely with maintenance providers, scheduling, FBO personnel, and other operational partners to ensure seamless flight operations.
• Deliver an exceptional owner and passenger experience through professionalism, discretion, and outstanding customer service.
• Foster a positive cockpit environment by promoting communication, teamwork, accountability, and a strong safety culture.
• Maintain all required FAA certifications, training, currency, and aircraft qualifications.
• Assist with operational planning, scheduling changes, weather considerations, maintenance coordination, and other flight department needs.
• Represent the flight department with professionalism when interacting with passengers, vendors, airport personnel, and service providers.
• Support standardization, continuous improvement, and safe operating practices throughout the flight department.

Minimum Qualifications

• Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.
• Valid FAA First-Class Medical Certificate.
• Current or recent experience flying the Citation XLS (or comparable Citation aircraft).
• Significant Part 91 corporate aviation experience with Pilot in Command responsibility.
• Demonstrated experience working directly with aircraft owners and executive-level passengers.
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations, SOP compliance, and corporate flight operations.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and overnight travel as required.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Lead Captain, Chief Pilot, Check Airman, or senior flight department leader.
• Experience managing day-to-day flight department operations.
• Strong customer service mindset with excellent decision-making abilities.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail.
• Stable employment history within corporate aviation.
• Spanish language proficiency is preferred but not required.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to safely perform all essential pilot duties, including prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking on airport ramps, climbing aircraft stairs, lifting baggage and flight materials within reasonable limits, and working in varying weather conditions.

The role also requires schedule flexibility, overnight travel, and the ability to respond to changing operational requirements with professionalism and sound judgment.

Jet Aviation provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Nearest Major Market: Miami