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Citation X PIC

NORTHERN JET INC
Grand Rapids, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/3/2025 CLOSED ON 1/20/2026

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Personal. Private. Authentic. Northern Jet is a private aviation company with over 25 years of experience, offering personalized luxury travel with a focus on safety, convenience, and quality. We operate a fleet of 40 jets and hold an ARGUS Platinum safety rating. The company prioritizes its pilots with competitive pay, benefits, and career growth opportunities. Northern Jet’s mission is to deliver seamless, client-focused travel experiences. 

Competitive Pay and Incentives: 

  • Base salary of $135,000
  • Daily and annual pay incentives, including:
    • Scheduled Day Off (SDO): $800 for SIC, $1,150 for PIC.
    • Holiday Pay: $800.
    • Domestic Per Diem: $75; International Per Diem: $120.
    • Additional roles (e.g., Standardization Captain, Instructor) offer bonuses up to $20,000.

 
Location: Home Based – must reside east of Texas 

Schedule: 8 and 6

Health and Insurance Coverage: 

  • 80%company-paidmedical, vision, and dental insurance.
  • Employer-paid Basic Life AD&D, STD, and LTD Insurance.
  • Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Retirement and Financial Benefits: 

  • 401(k) with 100% company match up to 3%.
  • LifeMartdiscounts and ID90 travel discounts for personal travel.

Pilot-Centric Perks: 

  • Employer-paid First Class Medical Exams and ATP Certification.
  • No commuting required on days off.
  • Retention of personal airline and hotel points/status.

Work-Life Balance: 

  • A dedicated in-house pilot concierge service to assist during rotations.

Career Growth and Training: 

  • Comprehensive training with a focus on promoting from within.
  • Additional incentives for leadership and training roles.

Other Benefits: 

  • Company-provided uniforms.
  • Known Crew Member (KCM) access for faster security screening.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
As Captain, you will operate flights under both Part 91 and Part 135 on-demand, ensuring the seamless execution of missions while maintaining full compliance with FAA regulations related to flight operations, duty hours, and pilot qualifications. You will follow company procedures for reporting any discrepancies with the aircraft during flight or ground operations. Additionally, you will be responsible for completing administrative tasks as assigned by company management. 

 
PIC Minimum Requirements: 

  • 3,000 Total Time
  • 2,500 PIC Time
  • 50 hours of Multi-Engine Time
  • Current 1st Class Medical
  • Unrestricted FAA Airline Transport Pilot License

 
Other Requirements: 

  • No accidents, incidents, or warnings within the past five years.
  • Thorough knowledge of corporate aviation and international procedures, including operations in Canada, Mexico, and the Caribbean.
  • Exceptional customer service, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Maintain an impeccable professional appearance at all times.
  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering the highest level of customer service.
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Successfully pass a drug screening test.
  • Clear a comprehensive background check.
  • Must possess a valid drivers license and maintain a clean driving record.

 

Why Northern Jet? 

  • Work on a prestige fleet of private air craft in a clean, well-equipped facility
  • Join a tight-knit, experienced team who values precision and professionalism
  • Be part of a growing organization where your expertise is recognized and respected
  • Enjoy stability, and competitive pay

Your Career. Your Benefits. Your Northern Jet Advantage. 

 
 At Northern Jet, we’re committed to taking care of the people who keep us flying. We offer a wide range of valuable benefits—many provided at no cost—to support your health, financial stability, and overall quality of life. Our benefits are designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally, so you can focus on delivering excellence in the skies and enjoying life on the ground. Our comprehensive benefits include: 

 

  • 80% Company-Paid Premiums for Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage with access to nationwide provider networks
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) option with tax-advantaged savings
  • Wellness Programs & Discounts including LifeMart and exclusive ID90 Travel deals
  • Paid Time Off – Starting at 2 weeks PTO plus 1 week of paid sick time annually
  • Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (company-paid)
  • Voluntary Benefits including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans
  • 401(k) plan with a 3% company match
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability (company-paid)
  • Additional Lifestyle Perks and travel discounts designed for the aviation industry

  

As part of our commitment to safety and security, all candidates are required to complete pre-employment drug screening and background checks. Northern Jet also participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility for all new hires. 

 


8 days on 6 days off

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