Corporate Aviation Captain — Cessna Citation | Bells, Tennessee

Role Overview

The Corporate Aviation Captain is responsible for the safe, efficient, and customer-focused operation of The Pictsweet Company’s Citation 650. You will uphold the highest standards of a safety-first culture, collaborate closely with a highly experienced co-captain and aviation leadership, and ensure exceptional travel experiences for company passengers.

• Serve as Pilot in Command (PIC) when assigned, retaining final authority for safe aircraft operation.
• Maintain a robust safety culture through adherence to company procedures and industry best practices.
• Confirm airworthiness of the aircraft prior to each flight and ensure all required documentation is in order.
• Ensure flight crew members fully understand their assigned duties and performance expectations.
• Make and communicate critical go/no-go decisions, including start, delay, diversion, or cancellation, to appropriate stakeholders (Aviation Manager, Chief Pilot, Scheduler, Lead Passenger) as soon as practical.
• Prepare or supervise flight planning, considering altitude, terrain, weather, range, weight and balance, performance data, airport facilities, and navigation aids.
• Perform all tasks associated with operating the aircraft while away from home base, ensuring continuity of safe operations.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and state regulations and Company policies and procedures.
• Report known or suspected FAA violations or incidents promptly to the Chief Pilot.
• Coordinate required passenger ground handling and surface transportation.
• Complete all relevant trip paperwork accurately and on time.
• Fuel the aircraft at home base and support collateral department duties as assigned.

• Lifestyle requirement: Alcohol-free and tobacco-free.
• Certificates: ATP with Multi-Engine Land rating; FAA First Class Medical.
• Hours: 4,000+ total time; 1,000+ multi-engine turbine.
• Permits: Restricted Radio Telephone Operator Permit.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, professionalism, and exceptional passenger service.
• Strong decision-making, communication, and crew coordination skills within a two-pilot environment.
• Eligibility to work in the United States and ability to travel as required.

• Highly trained and experienced co-workers in a supportive, close-knit flight department.
• Fewer days away from family and a better work-life balance compared to typical commercial/charter schedules.
• Alcohol-free and tobacco-free passenger and crew environment that reinforces safety and wellbeing.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Health Savings Account (HSA) / Flexible Spending Account (FSA) — benefits begin on day one.
• 100% company-paid Group Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and ten (10) paid holidays.

• Primary Base:
  Bells, Tennessee (with operational support in Jackson, Tennessee)
• License
  
  Required:
• Aircraft Type:
  Cessna Citation 650