Challenger 300/350 Captain (Part 91/135) — KMSN-Based | Wheeling, IL

✈️ The Mission

Jet Linx is hiring a full-time PIC to captain our super-midsize Challenger 300/350, reporting to the Base Chief Pilot. You will ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of company aircraft under Federal Aviation Regulations and company procedures. This role supports a KMSN-based account and requires residency (or relocation) within a two-hour call-out of the home base.

🧭 What You’ll Do

• Serve as PIC, exercising final authority and responsibility for flight safety and compliance.
• Conduct thorough preflight planning and risk assessment; ensure airworthiness, fuel planning, performance, and weather review.
• Manage and document duty, flight, and rest times in accordance with Part 91/135 and company policies.
• Coordinate with dispatch/ops for standby assignments, trip notifications, position calls, and timely pre/post-flight reports.
• Maintain and manage EFB hardware/apps; keep navigation charts, publications, and company manuals current.
• Demonstrate proactive, sound decision-making in dynamic environments, prioritizing safety and passenger experience.
• Uphold Jet Linx core values, maintaining professional communication with clients, crew, and ground partners.
• Maintain a current First Class Medical and all required qualifications/currency.

🧰 What You Bring

• Total time: 3,500+ hours total time; 2,000+ hours PIC.
• In type/aircraft category: 250+ hours PIC in type (CL30), 1,500+ jet hours with 500+ jet PIC.
• Multi-engine/turbine: 1,000+ multi-engine (including 500+ multi-engine PIC); 1,000+ turbine with 1,000+ turbine PIC.
• Instrument: 300+ instrument hours.
• Training: Initial or recurrent 14 CFR Part 142 training in type within the last 24 months preferred.
• Certificates & Clearances: ATP-eligible (ability to obtain an ATP), current First Class Medical, FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
• Compliance: Ability to pass pre-employment and random drug/alcohol testing; satisfactory FAA Pilot Records Database review.
• Travel documents: Current passport; unrestricted travel to the EU, Canada, and the Caribbean.
• Work authorization: Proof of eligibility to work in the United States; ability to obtain a U.S. driver’s license.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.
• Availability: Willingness to work nights, weekends, and holidays; live within a two-hour call-out of the KMSN home base.

🌟 Pay & Benefits

• Base salary: $240,000–$270,000 annually (location, aircraft size, education, training, and experience considered).
• Health & wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement: 401(k) with 6% company match.
• Time away: Paid time off.
• Protection: Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability.

📨 Ready to Captain the Mission?

If you are a safety-first leader with strong judgment and Challenger 300/350 proficiency, we’d love to hear from you. Bring your expertise to a team that values professionalism, precision, and exceptional client service.