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Client Aviation Manager (CAM) & Captain — Citation XLS+ | Austin, TX

✈️ Client Aviation Manager (CAM) & Captain — Citation XLS+

Solairus Aviation is seeking a Full-Time Client Aviation Manager to lead a dedicated flight department at Austin–Bergstrom International Airport (KAUS). This role blends hands-on flight-department leadership with active flying on the Citation XLS+, ensuring safe, efficient, and white-glove operations for our client.

  • Company: Solairus Aviation
  • Location: Austin, TX (KAUS)
  • Aircraft: Cessna Citation XLS+
  • Employment: Full-time
  • Schedule: On-call; operational flexibility required
  • Operations: Domestic with ICAO procedures training annually
  • Relocation: Reside within ~2 hours of KAUS (or willing to relocate)

🧭 The opportunity

As the Client Aviation Manager, you will be the point leader for a single-aircraft department, combining strategic oversight with Captain duties on a Citation XLS+. You’ll champion safety, crew performance, and client experience, while ensuring total compliance with FAA, company, and regulatory standards.

🧰 What you’ll do

  • Lead, mentor, and supervise assigned flight and maintenance personnel to ensure compliance with Solairus, FAA, and other applicable manuals and regulations.
  • Coordinate and review crew and maintenance training; maintain a Training Currency and Monthly Flight Time record for each crewmember per the Solairus FOM.
  • Develop and refine client-focused scheduling procedures to meet mission needs while optimizing safety and efficiency.
  • Approve PTO and expense reports for assigned personnel in alignment with company policies.
  • Participate in recruiting and interviewing for assigned personnel; forecast and communicate pilot relief needs to the Client Responsible Officer.
  • Actively fly as Captain on the Citation XLS+, remaining type-current and mission-ready.
  • Engage fully in the Safety Management System (SMS) and promote a proactive safety culture.

🌟 What you bring

  • Total Time: 3,000 hours
  • PIC: 1,500 hours
  • MEL: 1,500 hours
  • MEL PIC: 500 hours
  • Turbojet: 500 hours
  • Instrument: 250 hours
  • Typed and current on the Citation XLS+.
  • First-class medical certificate.
  • Proven management background with exceptional leadership skills; NBAA CAM certification or comparable leadership training preferred.
  • Ability to work on an on-call basis with schedule flexibility.
  • Ability to complete ICAO international procedures training annually.
  • Located within, or willing to relocate to, a two-hour radius of KAUS.

🧾 Compliance & culture

  • Operate to the highest standards of professionalism, safety, and client service.
  • Ensure strict adherence to Solairus policies, the FOM, and all regulatory requirements.
  • Model collaborative leadership, timely communication, and continuous improvement within the department.

📨 How to apply

Ready to lead and fly? Submit your resume and a brief note outlining your Citation XLS+ experience and leadership background. Qualified candidates will be contacted for next steps.

Solairus Aviation is an equal opportunity employer.

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