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Type-Rated First Officer – Citation Excel/XLS/XLS+
Type-Rated First Officer – Citation Excel/XLS/XLS+
Step into a permanent First Officer seat on the Citation Excel/XLS/XLS+ and bring precision, professionalism, and a safety-first mindset to every leg. If you thrive in a dynamic FAR Part 135 environment and love the craft of disciplined, crew-focused flying, we want to hear from you.
✈️ About the role
As a Type-Rated First Officer on the Citation Excel/XLS/XLS+, you will support the Captain in delivering safe, efficient, and passenger-focused operations across domestic and international routes. You’ll apply sound judgment, rigorous checklist discipline, and excellent CRM to ensure every mission meets company standards and regulatory requirements.
🧭 What you’ll do
- Execute all SIC duties with an uncompromising focus on safety, SOP adherence, and professional airmanship.
- Perform thorough preflight planning, performance calculations, weight and balance, fuel planning, and risk assessments.
- Conduct meticulous preflight and postflight inspections; ensure aircraft documents and maintenance status are in order.
- Collaborate with the Captain, dispatch, and maintenance to resolve operational or technical issues efficiently.
- Manage real-time weather, NOTAMs, routing, and ATC requirements; adapt plans to maintain safety and schedule integrity.
- Support international operations procedures, including ICAO standards, customs/immigration coordination, eAPIS, and CANPASS travel.
- Deliver excellent passenger care with a polished, professional presence that reflects company standards.
- Complete all required reports, logs, and documentation accurately and on time.
🧰 Minimum requirements
- Flight Time: 2,000 hours total time; 200 hours multi-engine.
- Certificates & Ratings: ATP required; current CE-560XL series type rating (Citation Excel/XLS/XLS+) required.
- Medical: Current First-Class (Class 1) medical.
- Regulatory Knowledge: Working knowledge of FAR Part 135, FAA, ICAO, and international flight operations.
- Systems Expertise: Strong understanding of aircraft systems, performance, and limitations.
- Documentation & Tools: Skilled at interpreting technical publications and applying procedures; proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, word processing, email, and web/mobile apps.
- Travel & Credentials: Valid passport; ability to obtain and maintain CANPASS authorization for unrestricted commercial travel to/from Canada.
- Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States and provide two forms of federal identification; visa sponsorship is not provided.
- Safety-Sensitive: Role designated under FAA regulations; subject to pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing per FAA guidelines.
- Background Check: Must successfully pass a comprehensive background check, including verification of employment, education, criminal history, and related checks.
- Professional Standards: Maintain a well-groomed appearance in accordance with company policy.
🌟 Skills & strengths you’ll use
- Proven ability to prioritize, work independently, and meet objectives without direct supervision.
- Strong organizational and multi-tasking capability; exceptional attention to detail.
- Clear, confident communication—excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
- Calm, methodical approach to resolving technical issues and applying procedures effectively.
- Collaborative mindset with a strong commitment to teamwork, CRM, and professionalism.
📨 How to apply
If you meet the minimums and are ready to fly the CE-560XL series with a high-performing team, submit your application and credentials. Qualified candidates will be contacted to discuss next steps.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, including background verification and FAA-compliant drug and alcohol testing.

