Jobs · South Dakota

Captain/Aircraft Manager - Citation CJ4

Maguire · Sioux Falls, SD · 2 days ago
On-siteFull-time

About the role

We are seeking an experienced, professional, and highly motivated full-time pilot to join our team and operate our Citation CJ4. This is a single-pilot operation with an emphasis on safety, professionalism, and exceptional service to our principals.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct all flights in a safe, legal, and professional manner under FAR Part 91
  • Plan and file all flight plans, weather analysis, NOTAMs, and route planning
  • Serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) for all CJ4 operations
  • Ensure aircraft is ready, fueled, and configured prior to each departure
  • Aircraft/Hanger Management:
    • Oversee all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in coordination with a maintenance provider
    • Manage aircraft squawks, logbooks, and airworthiness documentation
    • Coordinate and track annual inspections, avionics updates, and AD compliance
    • Manage hangar arrangements, FBO relationships, and ground handling at home base and destinations
    • Manage maintenance budgeting, vendor relationships, Textron Service Center coordination, database subscriptions, aircraft value preservation, and continuous improvement
    • Maintain aircraft interior cleanliness and ensure the cabin is properly stocked with supplies, refreshments, and amenities prior to each flight
    • Maintain hanger for cleanliness
  • Passenger Logistics & Concierge:
    • Coordinate all aspects of travel for principals and their guests: ground transportation, rental cars, hotels, and special requests
    • Calendar management to reserve flights
    • Serve as the primary liaison between owners and trip logistics providers
    • Provide a first-class experience from departure to arrival — attention to detail matters
    • Anticipate needs, communicate proactively, and handle issues quietly and efficiently

Qualifications

  • Single pilot certification/training
  • FAA ATP Certificate (or Commercial with instrument rating — ATP preferred)
  • CJ4 type rating (or willingness to obtain — training available for the right candidate)
  • Minimum total flight time: 3,500 hours (flexible for exceptional candidates)
  • Minimum PIC time: 1,000 hours turbine or jet, single-pilot experience preferred
  • Clean aviation record — no accidents, incidents, or violations
  • Valid U.S. passport
  • Able to pass a background check and drug screening
  • Prior experience in single-pilot jet operations
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to self-manage
  • Proficiency with ForeFlight, Rockwell Collins Pro Line 21 avionics suite, and standard aviation ops software
  • Experience booking travel, hotels, and coordinating passenger logistics
  • Professional attributes- integrity, discretion, ownership mentality, communication skills, hospitality mindset, and attention to detail

What We Offer

  • Dedicated Part 91 operation
  • No charter flying
  • Well maintained aircraft
  • Annual simulator training
  • Competitive compensation & benefits
  • Long term stability

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